Otaku x Gal 01

Otaku x Gal 01 pairs a nerdy high schooler with a trend-savvy popular girl for a vow of unlikely teamwork. Koichi Otakura, once teased for his nerdy hobbies, enters high school determined to stay inconspicuous, until Yua Narumi sits behind him and asks for help staying ahead on fashion trends. The twist: Koichi's fan art and model-building skills translate surprisingly well to nails, makeup, and hairstyle design—a playful collision of otaku culture and teen fashion. Written by 138neco with art by Souchu, this first volume launches the Otaku x Gal series with breezy humor, sharp banter, and endearing character moments. Readers get a lighthearted look at friendship, self-expression, and the way unlikely talents can bridge seemingly different worlds, all set against a modern school-life backdrop with stylish humor and energetic art.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of lighthearted romance-comedy manga with a playful collision of nerd culture and fashion.
• Readers who enjoy school-life stories about friendship, self-expression, and unlikely talents.
• Those who appreciate colorful, stylish art and character-driven humor.
• Readers who like stories about bridging different social worlds and finding common ground.