When Ryō later offers himself as a "reward" (proposing a kiss or a date), Ichika bluntly rejects him, calling his behavior "disgusting" ( kimochi warui ). Far from being deterred, Ryō is moved by her honesty and purity, falling madly in love with her. He begins a relentless campaign of romantic gestures—sending daily flowers and calling her every night—which Ichika initially views as harassment. Koi to Yobu ni wa Kimochi Warui Review
: A production scheduled for Spring 2024 in Tokyo and Osaka. Plot Summary Koi para Yobu ni wa Kimochi Warui
: Eight tankōbon volumes released between 2015 and 2021. When Ryō later offers himself as a "reward"
(恋と呼ぶには気持ち悪い), commonly abbreviated as Koikimo and translated as It's Disgusting to Call This Love , is a romantic comedy series that explores a persistent, one-sided pursuit between an adult businessman and a high school student. Series Overview Koi to Yobu ni wa Kimochi Warui Review
: A 12-episode adaptation produced by Studio Nomad that aired in Spring 2021.
Originally a web manga series by Mogusu, the story first gained popularity on Pixiv before being serialized in Ichijinsha's Comic Pool . The franchise has since expanded to include: