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Seaside Stranger Vol. 1: Umibe no Étranger

By Kii Kanna
Series: Seaside Stranger
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Seaside Stranger Vol. 1: Umibe no Étranger by Kii Kanna is a tender graphic novel that explores themes of love and self-discovery. It follows the story of two young men, Shun and Mio, who meet in a quaint seaside town. As their friendship blossoms, they navigate personal challenges and begin to question deep emotions, drawing them closer despite the uncertainties of their pasts.
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You might enjoy this graphic novel if you love heartfelt, beautifully illustrated stories that explore themes of love, identity, and personal growth. With a touch of seaside romance, it offers a gentle and emotional narrative that resonates with those seeking a tender and introspective tale.

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A love story between an openly gay novelist and a young man coping with grief that was recently turned into an anime film!

Ever since his parents disowned him for being gay, Shun has been living with his aunt on a small island near Okinawa. One day, he meets Mio, a high school student who recently lost his own parents and now spends his days sitting by the sea. The two young men begin to open up to each other... until Mio reveals that he's leaving. Three years later, an adult Mio returns to the island to confess his true feelings, but is Shun ready for a relationship?

Seaside Stranger Vol. 1: Umibe no Étranger beautifully explores themes of love, identity, and healing amidst the tranquil backdrop of an island setting.

Series: Seaside Stranger

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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 2: Harukaze no Étranger
    A Heartrending Homecoming Shun has had no contact with his family since the day he revealed that he's gay. Now he's headed home to Hokkaido to visit his ailing father, and he's taking his new boyfriend, Mio. The trip will be unpleasant enough for Shun, but what will it bring up for Mio, who knows all too well the pain...
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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 1: Umibe no Étranger
    A love story between an openly gay novelist and a young man coping with grief that was recently turned into an anime film! Ever since his parents disowned him for being gay, Shun has been living with his aunt on a small island near Okinawa. One day, he meets Mio, a high school student who recently lost his own parents...
    By Kii Kanna
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    $2400
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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 5: Harukaze no Étranger
    It's been five years since Mio and Shun came to stay with Shun's parents. By all accounts, their life is great. Shun has taken a temporary break from writing novels, and Mio is working as a mechanic. But with stability comes ennui, leading both to begin quietly questioning their relationship. And an even more turbulent storm is brewing, as Shun's...
    By Kii Kanna
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    $2700
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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 4: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 4: Harukaze no Étranger brings a tale of unexpected reunions and past emotions. When Shun and Mio attend Visitors' Day at Fumi's elementary school, Shun encounters his former classmate and first love, Wada. Although Shun is visibly shaken by this unexpected meeting, Mio forms an unexpected bond with this carefree character from Shun's past. As if navigating...
    By Kii Kanna
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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 6: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 6: Harukaze no Étranger New Horizons For five years, Mio and Shun have been living with Shun's family in Hokkaido, far from the sunny Okinawan island where they first met. But when an unexpected accident forces the couple to re-think their living situation, they decide to return to Shun's old stomping grounds - Tokyo! Shun even decides...
    By Kii Kanna
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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 3: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 3: Harukaze no Étranger A delicate disclosure. After returning to Shun's hometown—and moving into his family's old shop—Shun and Mio have begun their new, if slightly offbeat, life. But just as they're settling in, Shun's younger brother, Fumi, catches these two lovers in the act! With Sakurako's help, Shun tells Fumi the unvarnished truth. Will his family...
    By Kii Kanna
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Seaside Stranger Vol. 1: Umibe no Étranger by Kii Kanna has been praised for its beautiful artwork and heartfelt storytelling. Readers appreciate the gentle exploration of LGBTQ+ themes, focusing on the budding relationship between the main characters. The emotional depth and depiction of personal growth resonate deeply, making it a compelling read for fans of romance and slice-of-life genres.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781648275845

Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 July 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 182.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 208

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Kii Kanna is a Japanese author and manga artist known for Umibe no tranger, Harukaze no tranger, and Yuki no Shita no Qualia.

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  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 2: Harukaze no Étranger
    A Heartrending Homecoming Shun has had no contact with his family since the day he revealed that he's gay. Now he's headed home to Hokkaido to visit his ailing father, and he's taking his new boyfriend, Mio. The trip will be unpleasant enough for Shun, but what will it bring up for Mio, who knows all too well the pain...
    By Kii Kanna
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 5: Harukaze no Étranger
    It's been five years since Mio and Shun came to stay with Shun's parents. By all accounts, their life is great. Shun has taken a temporary break from writing novels, and Mio is working as a mechanic. But with stability comes ennui, leading both to begin quietly questioning their relationship. And an even more turbulent storm is brewing, as Shun's...
    By Kii Kanna
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 4: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 4: Harukaze no Étranger brings a tale of unexpected reunions and past emotions. When Shun and Mio attend Visitors' Day at Fumi's elementary school, Shun encounters his former classmate and first love, Wada. Although Shun is visibly shaken by this unexpected meeting, Mio forms an unexpected bond with this carefree character from Shun's past. As if navigating...
    By Kii Kanna
    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 6: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 6: Harukaze no Étranger New Horizons For five years, Mio and Shun have been living with Shun's family in Hokkaido, far from the sunny Okinawan island where they first met. But when an unexpected accident forces the couple to re-think their living situation, they decide to return to Shun's old stomping grounds - Tokyo! Shun even decides...
    By Kii Kanna
    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • Seaside Stranger Vol. 3: Harukaze no Étranger
    Seaside Stranger Vol. 3: Harukaze no Étranger A delicate disclosure. After returning to Shun's hometown—and moving into his family's old shop—Shun and Mio have begun their new, if slightly offbeat, life. But just as they're settling in, Shun's younger brother, Fumi, catches these two lovers in the act! With Sakurako's help, Shun tells Fumi the unvarnished truth. Will his family...
    By Kii Kanna
    Paperback
    Sold Out

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