Episode 84 – Ski 1

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622177080854879 The snow-covered slopes glistened white. The four of us rented ski equipment at a rental shop and changed into our ski wear. Hina looked a little nervous as she put on her skis and stood on the snow with awkward steps. “It feels weird…” Hina looked up at me anxiously. Her eyes were … Read more

Extra – Sakine-chan’s Diary

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176547231514 January 1st, Monday, sunny Today, I went to the first shrine visit of the year with nii chan and nee chan There were so many people at the shrine! nii chan and nee chan held my hand tightly so I wouldn’t get lost. Their hands were warm, and I was so happy! We … Read more

Episode 83 – Winter, snow

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176546892247 New Year’s was over, but the winter cold remained as harsh as ever. It was the afternoon after winter break had ended. After finishing class, Hina and I were walking toward the entrance when snow began to fall outside the window. Unlike the first snowfall, the flurries seemed to foreshadow a heavy snowfall. … Read more

Episode 82 – first shrine visit of the year

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176546892247 On the first weekend of the new year, Hina, Sakine, and I went to a shrine for the first visit of the year. I had made this appointment with Hina on New Year’s Eve, and I couldn’t wait for the day to come. Since talking to Mukai at the end of the year, … Read more

Episode 81 – When it comes to New Year’s Day

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176546198379 The first three days of the New Year. At the Matsumura household, Hina and Sakine were spending a relaxing day at home. I had been invited by Hina to spend the day at the Matsumura house. Since talking with Mukai at the end of the year, my feelings for Hina had grown even … Read more

Episode 80 – New Year’s Eve message

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176546190769 New Year’s Eve. I picked up my smartphone in my room at home. I could hear the sound of the TV and the lively voices of my family coming from the living room. I wondered how Hina was doing at that moment. Thinking about that, I wanted to send her a message. [Did … Read more

Episode 79 – kiss in a costume

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176113077301 As the year drew to a close, the hustle and bustle of the end of the year began to envelop the city. I had a Christmas party with my classmates, Hina and Sakine. With many special memories and my heart filled with warm light, I headed to my usual part-time job. Today’s job … Read more

Episode 78 – Christmas Party 3 End

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176113058790 While we were talking, I could smell the dinner Hina was preparing. “It smells good,” I said, and Hina smiled happily. “Isn’t it? Sakine likes stew too, so I think she’ll be happy.” After finishing preparing dinner, the dishes were lined up on the dining table. There was warm stew, a salad that … Read more

Episode 77 – Christmas Party 2 Start

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622176113051353 First, we assembled the Christmas tree. Hina took a large box out from the back of the closet. Inside, there were tree branches divided into parts and decorative lights packed tightly together. “It’s pretty heavy,” Hina frowned a little as she tried to lift the box. I immediately took the box from her. … Read more

Episode 76 – Christmas Party 1 Preparations

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622175892446556 The next morning. I arrived at the usual shopping mall. The message sent by Hina said, “I’m already here.” Feeling a little nervous, I headed toward my destination and found Hina standing next to the Christmas tree-decorated plaza, holding her smartphone. She was dressed in her usual cute clothes and looked especially radiant … Read more