Insomniacs After School (Vol.1) - Makoto Ojiro

Insomniacs After School (Volume 1) by Makoto Ojiro is a tender and atmospheric slice-of-life manga that explores loneliness, adolescence, and the quiet connections formed in the stillness of the night. Centered around two high school students struggling with insomnia, the story unfolds with emotional subtlety and warmth.

Ganta Nakami is perpetually exhausted, irritable, and misunderstood by his classmates due to his inability to sleep. One day, he stumbles upon the abandoned school observatory—once home to the now-defunct astronomy club—which seems like the perfect place to rest. To his surprise, he discovers he is not alone. Isaki Magari, a cheerful and free-spirited classmate, is also unable to sleep and has claimed the observatory as her refuge.

As rumors surrounding the mysterious fate of the former astronomy club keep others away, the observatory becomes a secret sanctuary where Nakami and Magari slowly grow closer. However, their peaceful hideaway is threatened when the school faculty intervenes. The idea of reviving the astronomy club emerges, offering hope that these two insomniacs might finally have a place where they belong.

Main Themes of the Book

• Insomnia and emotional isolation
• Teen friendship and quiet romance
• Adolescence and self-acceptance
• Finding comfort in shared struggles
• Nighttime, astronomy, and stillness

Reasons to Choose This Publisher’s Edition by Makoto Ojiro

• Beautiful storytelling by acclaimed mangaka Makoto Ojiro
• Official English edition with high-quality translation
• Gentle pacing and emotionally realistic characters
• Perfect entry point to a beloved manga series
• Ideal for fans of slice-of-life and romantic manga

Insomniacs After School Volume 1 is a deeply moving manga that captures the quiet moments often overlooked in teenage life. With its soft artwork, emotional honesty, and relatable characters, it offers a comforting and memorable reading experience. A must-read for anyone seeking a heartfelt story about connection, sleepless nights, and finding light in the darkness.