Kibishii Onna Joushi ga Koukousei ni Modottara Ore ni Dere Dere suru Riyuu

Ginjirou Tokuyama and Yom bring you a romcom full of unrequited but mutual love! Average company worker Shimono spends his days constantly being helped and scolded by his superior and section chief Kamijou Touka. One day, he finds himself having traveled back in time to his high school years. He sees this as a chance to aggressively approach the section chief a second time around, only to find out that very woman had turned into a girl constantly acting lovey-dovey towards him! Turns out that she also time leaped back in time to the same point as Shimono. She was under the impression that she was the only one who traveled back in time, deciding to act as lovey-dovey and close with Shimono, who she actually had feelings for at the time. “W-Wait, are you actually the Shimono-kun from the sales department?! Ahhh, this is so embarrassing, I want to dieeeeee!” Through this leap in time begins a romantic story depicting this mutually unrequited love!

Original Publisher

ga bunko

Original Language

japanese

Type

Light Novel

## My Thoughts on Kibishii Onna Joushi ga Koukousei ni Modottara Ore ni Dere Dere suru Riyuu This web novel, with its charmingly long title, piqued my interest with its blend of comedy, romance, and a touch of the supernatural. The premise – a strict female boss turning into a lovesick high schooler – is undeniably intriguing. But how does it hold up beyond the initial hook? Here's my take. ### First Impressions I dove in expecting a fun, lighthearted read, and for the most part, that's what I got. The early chapters are quite enjoyable, setting up the time-travel scenario and introducing the main characters. There's a definite sweetness to the initial interactions, and I found myself rooting for the leads from the get-go. ### What Works Well The art is often mentioned as a high point, and I agree. The character designs are appealing, and the inclusion of illustrations within the chapters really helps with visualization. I also appreciated that the story has a definitive ending. In a world of ongoing web novels, knowing there's a resolution makes it easier to commit. The translator also did a great job, making the story flow well. ### Areas of Concern Here's where things get a little tricky. The protagonist's density is a recurring theme, and it's a major sticking point for some readers. While a dense protagonist can be a comedic trope, it seems this one pushes the boundaries of believability, to the point of frustration. The pacing also seems to be slow, with some feeling that the manga adaptation is better. The plot developments can feel random or nonsensical. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, proceed with caution if you haven't read the novel yet! Some readers felt that the resolution relied too heavily on the characters' pre-existing feelings from their original timeline, rather than on the events that unfolded during their time-traveling adventure. This made the journey feel somewhat less meaningful. ### Final Verdict "Kibishii Onna Joushi ga Koukousei ni Modottara Ore ni Dere Dere suru Riyuu" is a mixed bag. It has a fun premise and some genuinely sweet moments, but the dense protagonist and slow pacing might test your patience. If you're a fan of lighthearted rom-coms and don't mind a bit of frustration, it might be worth a read. Otherwise, proceed with caution. I'd give it a tentative 3/5.