Ichinichi Goto ni Dere ga Fueteku Tsuntsuntsuntsuntsundere-chan

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“The Tsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsuntsundere Girl Getting Less and Less Tsun Day by Day” — Yes, there are literally 10 “tsun"s in the title. That’s not a typo. You’ll probably take a deep breath just trying to read the title, but trust me — once you start, you won’t want to stop until the very last chapter.

The title says it all: our main character is the embodiment of a classic, textbook tsundere — a pure archetype of the genre. The plot kicks off when she meets a new transfer student, the boy who becomes her unexpected crush. From there, we see the gentle, awkward, and incredibly sweet development ... of their relationship. What’s remarkable is how this short series — only about 70 chapters, with the total page count just barely surpassing that — still manages to deliver a full, satisfying romance.

Each chapter is nearly a single page, especially at the beginning, with a full-page illustration paired with narration or inner thoughts. It may sound simple, but the emotion comes through beautifully in the artwork, especially in Tsundere-chan’s facial expressions. Her blushes and flustered moments make her feel incredibly real, and I found myself blushing right alongside her. The minimalist format allows each chapter to focus on one simple moment, but these moments feel connected and form a natural progression in the characters' relationship. One chapter might show Tsundere-chan interacting with her crush at school, and the next will show her flustered and blushing at home. It’s simple, but it’s consistently charming

The manga doesn’t rely on side gags or secondary characters, but it doesn’t need to. Aside from the two main characters, Tsundere-chan’s family provides light humor and adds depth to the story. We even get a brief story about her parents that adds a surprising layer of warmth to the narrative. While we don’t get much background on the boy, it doesn’t detract from the experience. His role is primarily to serve as a lens for us to focus on Tsundere-chan, and it works perfectly.

I absolutely adore Tsundere-chan’s character design. She’s stylish, cute, and drawn with so much personality. The artist does an amazing job capturing her emotions through her expressions — especially when she’s blushing. It’s one of those series where the character designs carry the emotional weight, and it works flawlessly. Interestingly, the male MC’s design is minimal, with his face often hidden or left faceless early on. This might seem odd, but it seems intentional — allowing readers to project themselves into his role. I didn’t mind this at all, as the spotlight clearly belongs to Tsundere-chan.

If you respect — or just enjoy — tsundere-type romances, this is definitely worth a read. It’s short, sweet, and leaves a surprisingly strong impression for something so minimal. After finishing it, I immediately felt like rereading it — just to relive the cuteness all over again. Maybe I’m being overly sentimental, but it’s like getting a hug from a manga — soft, simple, and exactly what I needed. It’s been a while since I read something this warm and sincere. It’s not about plot twists or big drama — it’s about the little moments, the quiet feelings, and the soft progression of two awkward kids slowly growing closer. I wouldn’t overhype it — part of its charm is how understated it is — but if sweet, blushy tsundere romance is your thing, this one absolutely delivers.

TL;DR: An 'almost' one-page-per-chapter manga about a tsundere girl slowly falling for a transfer student. Simple, cute, and full of charm — perfect for fans of blushy, sweet romances.