つるつるとザラザラの間

Tamaki Shirane, an ordinary middle school boy, reluctantly cares for reptiles at his family’s pet shop despite his dislike for them. Saya Abukawa, a beautiful girl who loves reptiles, spots Tamaki working and boldly asks him out, mistaking him for a fellow enthusiast. The two begin dating, navigating the awkwardness of their budding relationship amidst their contrasting feelings about reptiles. Tamaki’s friend Takayashiki, a quirky classmate, and Saya’s sisters, including the eccentric Aoi, add humor and complications to their interactions. Their early moments together, filled with nervous dates and reptile-related misadventures, explore the challenges of young love and personal growth. (Unreviewed summary by Grok 3)