Shiota-sensei to Amai-chan

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Realistically speaking, a teacher - student relationship can be problematic for many reasons like power imbalance and predatory intetions. That's what happens in real life. But such relationship has its own charm, not in spite of, but because of the secretive state and sense of higher connection (since it takes a greater urge from both sides to initiate such a "dangerous liaison"). A work of fiction with a student-teacher theme allows the reader to indulge in its charm while saving themselves from moral skepticism and guilt - me. I'm the reader.

"Shiota-sensei to Amai-chan" is a warm-hearted story about a literature teacher called Shiota (literal meaning: ... salt crop) and a model student called Amai (literal meaning: sweetness). The story only takes a first few chapters to explain how Amai pursued her teacher, Shiota, who declined at first but, as the main storyline infers, eventually agreed into the relationship. So theirs is an established relationship that doesn't shy away from moderate skinship and chemistry - which I like haha. I also like the smooth and plumpy edges of Amai's fingertips and Shiota's aloof demeanour. It's a slice-of-life so life in the story flows pleasantly, which is another plus.

But obviously my favorite part is the chemistry and little details that add substance to the story. Amai-chan is straightforward in her affection while Shiota keeps an appropriate limit (not at all times tho, haha) but still reciprocates her feelings in his own way rather than pushes her away. The things they did in the story are relevant for the plot and other elements of school life are more than mere excuses to act lovey-dovey or to create unnecessary drama. It's almost as if Amai really is a competent student and Shiota really is a teacher with job responsibilities in real life.

Overall, I love it and really hope that more chapters can be released (the last time it updated was 2020, standing at chapter 43 - what a sad thing)