What is umibe no etranger?

Umibe no Etranger is a Japanese Boys' Love novel written by Kanna Kii. The novel was first released in 2013 and later adapted into a manga series in 2014. The story follows the lives of two main characters, Shun Hashimoto and Mio Chibana, as they navigate their way through life and love on the island of Okinawa.

Shun Hashimoto is a gay novelist who has been living on Okinawa for the past seven years. Due to the homophobic attitudes of his parents and the people in his hometown, he moved to Okinawa to escape and live freely. On the other hand, Mio Chibana is a high school student who was orphaned at a young age. He has lived with his aunt and uncle on Okinawa ever since.

Their paths cross when Mio starts working part-time at a convenience store run by Shun. Mio is initially quite hostile towards Shun, but soon they become friends and then develop romantic feelings for each other. However, their love is tested when Mio has to make a heart-wrenching decision that may jeopardize their relationship.

Umibe no Etranger is a beautiful and heart-warming story about love, acceptance, and self-discovery. The novel has been lauded for its beautiful storytelling and nuanced characters. It has also been adapted into an anime film, which was released in Japan in September 2020. Overall, Umibe no Etranger is a must-read for anyone interested in Boys' Love stories and romance novels.