Orange is a Japanese romance manga series written and illustrated by Ichigo Takano. It was first serialized in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret magazine in 2012, and later compiled into five tankΕbon volumes. The story follows a high school girl named Naho Takamiya who receives a letter from her future self, warning her about the regrets she will face if she does not change her actions. The letter details a new transfer student, Kakeru Naruse, and the tragic fate that awaits him if Naho and her friends do not intervene.
The manga blends elements of slice-of-life, romance, and science fiction, exploring themes of friendship, mental health, and the weight of regret. The narrative is driven by the emotional tension of knowing a potential future and the characters' collective effort to alter it. The series gained significant popularity for its heartfelt storytelling and relatable characters.
Orange was critically acclaimed and commercially successful, winning awards and resonating with a wide audience. Its success led to a live-action film adaptation and an anime television series, cementing its place as a beloved modern romance drama in the manga landscape.
