Two young women, both named Nana, travel on the same train to Tokyo at age twenty. Nana Komatsu is a cheerful, romantic girl who follows boyfriends and tends to fall in love too quickly. Nana Osaki is a tough, aloof punk singer who is determined to make it as a professional musician with her band. They meet by chance, share an apartment, Room 707, and their friendship begins to shape both lives. Ai Yazawa's manga, in this first volume, introduces the characters, the Tokyo music scene, and their contrasting ambitions.
A fine start for readers who like manga about friendship, music, and young adult life rather than fantasy. It sets up a long series, so be prepared to continue.
Inward-looking; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2000
- Language
- EN
