Last week we sang the praises of Nichijou for capturing teenage life’s absurdity. What are some other standouts? Favorite comedy? Favorite drama/dramedy? What makes the series you chose stand out? Comments are open! Please read our comments policy before joining the conversation and contact us if you have any problems. The post [AniFemTalk] Which anime and manga successfully capture the lives of teenage girls? appeared first on ANIME FEMINIST.
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