The manga series Shut Up, Takamori! (Japanese: 高森くんを黙らせたいっ!!, Takamori-kun o Damara Setai!!) is coming to an end. According to recent news, the final chapter will be published on May 22 in the upcoming issue of Square Enix’s Gangan Joker magazine. This marks the conclusion of Kamiharu Haruno’s high school romantic comedy.
What’s the Story About?
Shut Up, Takamori! centers around Minamikawa, a high school student with a unique ability: she’s a telepath. This means she can hear the thoughts of those around her. One of those people is her classmate, Takamori. Unfortunately for Minamikawa, Takamori’s thoughts are usually filled with blatant confessions of his love for her, much to her embarrassment and dismay.
The series chronicles Minamikawa’s attempts to deal with Takamori’s constant stream of inner thoughts and whether or not she’ll ever be able to “silence” him, or if she will succumb to her flustered feelings first. It’s a story about a telepathic girl trying to navigate high school life while dealing with a secret admirer whose thoughts she can’t escape.
A Look Back at Shut Up, Takamori!
Here’s a breakdown of what makes this manga stand out:
- Unique Premise: The concept of a telepathic girl constantly hearing the love confessions of her classmate provides a fresh and humorous take on the rom-com genre.
- Character Dynamics: The dynamic between Minamikawa and Takamori is central to the story’s appeal, with Minamikawa’s reactions to Takamori’s thoughts creating many comedic moments.
- Themes: The manga explores themes of communication, dealing with unwanted attention, and the challenges of high school romance.
Where to Read
Shut Up, Takamori! is available on several platforms, including:
- Manga UP!: This is Square Enix’s official manga platform, where you can find the series in English.
- Bato.To: This website offers fan translations of the manga.
- VyManga: Another platform where you can read Shut Up, Takamori!.
Final Thoughts
For fans of romantic comedies with a supernatural twist, Shut Up, Takamori! offers a fun and engaging read. As the manga approaches its conclusion on May 22, readers are eager to see how Minamikawa and Takamori’s story will end. Will Minamikawa finally confess her own feelings, or will she forever be trying to shut out Takamori’s thoughts? Only time will tell!
