Sotsugyousei
Classmates: Sotsu gyo sei
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Synonyms: Sotsugyosei: 2nd Season, 3rd Season, Graduate
Japanese: 卒業生
English: Classmates: Sotsu gyo sei
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Type: Manga
Volumes: 2
Chapters: 16
Status: Finished
Published: Jan 25, 2008 to Aug 28, 2009
Genres: Boys Love Boys Love, Drama Drama, Slice of Life Slice of Life, Erotica Erotica
Serialization: Opera
Authors: Nakamura, Asumiko (Story & Art)

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Score: 8.511 (scored by 91689,168 users)
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Ranked: N/A2
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Popularity: #946
Members: 19,653
Favorites: 362
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Synopsis

A deep love bubbles beneath the surface, and a gentle touch is all Hikaru Kusakabe and Rihito Sajou need to release it. Sajou, studious and reserved, is yet to be accustomed to such strong feelings for Kusakabe, making him overthink and insecure. In contrast, Kusakabe, straightforward and bold, does not restrain himself from showing intimate affection.

While Kusakabe reveals his dream to one day become a professional musician, Sajou is tirelessly preparing for college. Their differing goals bring an unspoken, heavy cloud over their relationship: as the boys approach their graduation, it is unclear what awaits their romance. Nevertheless, their love warms them in the coldest winter and brings hope that, eventually, they will find the answer to their uncertain future together.

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Sotsugyousei was published in English as Classmates: Sotsu gyo sei by Seven Seas Entertainment from August 13, 2019 to November 12, 2019; in Chinese by Sharp Point Press from July 11, 2018 to March 8, 2021; in French by Boy's Love IDP from September 9, 2016 to November 3, 2016; in Italian by Magic Press from June 28, 2018 to September 27, 2018; in Polish by Waneko in a single omnibus on November 21, 2016; and in Spanish by Tomodomo Ediciones from February 16, 2015 to May 4, 2015.

An audio drama adapting the manga was produced by Japanese label A+ and released on April 2, 2010.
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Characters

Kusakabe, Hikaru
Kusakabe, Hikaru
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Sajou, Rihito
Sajou, Rihito
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Hara, Manabu
Hara, Manabu
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Tani
Tani
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Arisaka, Satoshi
Arisaka, Satoshi
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Sajou, Kumi
Sajou, Kumi
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Tani
Tani
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0 Mixed Feelings
1 Not Recommended
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Aug 3, 2022
WolfieGrrrl
Recommended
Kusakabe's wholehearted dedication to bold gestures of affection contrasts so beautifully with Sajou's more shy and reserved manner. It was great getting to see how they came to terms with their relationship changing as they prepared to walk their own paths in life and figure out a place for each other in their plans for the future. These two volumes certainly have adorably fluffy moments where they casually learn more about each other, but if you're reading this series to see them explore their relationship and steadily let each other deeper into their lives, you may also be disappointed to see that there is a ...
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Feb 2, 2022
kkimczyra
Recommended
Once again, I instantly fell in love with Sajou and Kusakabe. They also give me this heartwarming feeling of tenderness. When I was reading this manga, I couldn't help but smile. The story was told at a slow yet comfortable pace. I like how the tension between Hikaru and Rihito builds, and we can see the difficulties they face. Also, the enthralling art style, as well as everything else, is stunning, and it makes me love the story. However, I still get uncomfortable with Hara sensei when he tries to touch Rihito, whom he knows is in a relationship. Even so, I enjoyed reading it ...
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Dec 31, 2021
abystoma2
Not Recommended
Same shit as the previous manga, but now with french kissing and sex. Which I imagine is desirable content for the target demographic.

Do the characters have any actual personalities now? Nope, they only role is still just being a gay couple, nothing less, nothing more. Is it even at least hinted as to why they have fallen love with the other person? Still nope. Is there any actual plotline this time beyond string of random scenes from that are supposed to be romantic? Nope.

In fact, although I started reading this right after finishing the prequel, I was immediately confused as where in the story am ...
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