Nibiiro no Hako no Naka de (2020)

Other name: 鈍色の箱の中で, In the Blunt Box, In a Dark Box, In The Dark Gray Box

Description:

Nibiiro no Hako no Naka de delves into the complex dynamics of a group of childhood friends living in the same apartment complex, now navigating the challenging landscape of high school. Miwa secretly harbors deep, unrequited feelings for Motoaki, her closest friend, who remains completely unaware of her affection and treats her simply as a peer.

The emotional entanglement further complicates with Aoi, who, despite appearing to be a good friend to Miwa, secretly struggles with overwhelming jealousy and a profound sense of inferiority towards her. Aoi is currently dating Satoru, yet her personal frustrations cast a shadow over her interactions. Meanwhile, Ritsu observes these intricate relationships with a detached and often critical perspective, choosing to keep a distance from the group's emotional turmoil. This narrative beautifully explores the unspoken desires, hidden resentments, and evolving bonds that define these young lives. It's a poignant exploration of friendship, love, and the difficult journey of growing up.

Producer: TV Asahi

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Childhood; Drama; Manga; Mature; Romance; School