Series by 伊緒直道

An adult otaku lives in an era when otaku culture is widely accepted. He remembers a time when being an otaku brought discrimination and regret. A time leap sends him back to the years when his youth went wrong. He tries to recover lost youth and face an unfulfilled first love. The setup uses time travel to revisit fandom, shame, and missed chances.

Hachiman Hikigaya, a cynical high school student with no friends or girlfriend, is forced to join the Service Club by his teacher. The club, led by the brilliant but aloof Yukino Yukinoshita, aims to help students with their problems. Yui Yuigahama, a cheerful classmate, also joins, creating a trio with clashing personalities. They tackle various school issues, from social conflicts to event planning, often with unconventional solutions. Hachiman’s sharp wit and outsider perspective shape their approach to each challenge. The story follows their interactions and efforts to navigate high school life.