Presented by Anime Chicago.

Note: We'll be just reading the 1st 4 volumes of this work in English.

*Kowloon Generic Romance 「*九龍ジェネリックロマンス」is an ongoign seinen slice of life / science fiction / mystery series from Jun Mayuzuki 「眉月 じゅん」which is set in a futuristic recreation of the historic densely populated somewhat anarchic, Kowloon Walled City that was in Hong Kong up until the 1980s. There is also a recent anime adaptation that you can find streaming on Crunchyroll.

Kowloon Walled City, the most densely populated place on Earth, houses over 33,000 residents within a labyrinth of interconnected high-rises spanning just 6.5 acres (2.6 ha). Within this urban enclave lies the Wong Loi Realty Company, where an office romance develops between two coworkers: the easygoing yet brash Hajime Kudou and the reserved Reiko Kujirai, who has been in love with him since first meeting him. Despite their contentious dynamic, the two share a close rapport, frequently having lunch together. Their mutual affection for Kowloon Walled City gradually deepens their bond—yet an underlying peculiarity lingers between them.

Slowly the story unravels a sci-fi mystery involving cloning, memory, and the possibility that the city itself is a created reality based on the regrets of its inhabitants...

Join us as we sample this recent and ongoing series with an intriguing premise!

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Manga Circle typically meets on second Sundays to discuss a selected work of manga and its international relevance. This event is suitable for attendees 18+ with any level of manga knowledge or experience. We recommend reading the entire selection beforehand – spoilers guaranteed!

Manga Circle typically meets on second Sundays to discuss a selected work of manga and its international relevance. This event is suitable for attendees 18+ with any level of manga knowledge or experience. We recommend reading the entire selection beforehand – spoilers guaranteed!