Thank you Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for allowing me to read this cute manga. This is one of the sweetest, most adorable manga I've ever read. I loved both characters so much! I'm looking forward to read the next book (book #2). I give this book a 4 stars. Those two main character are amazing.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this advanced copy.

This was adorable. I need more friendship stories and this hit. We are introduced to Kobayashi and Uno and Uno is new to Kobayashi's school. Kobayashi is what some would term "a delinquent." He doesn't pay attention in class, has a hard time maintaining his part-time jobs, and seems to be a general slacker. Uno, in addition to being the new kid in class, seems to be kind of..."weird," in the words of some of his classmates. We see him struggle with knowing what to do in social situations, having difficulty in expressing his emotions and needs, and also having a laser-focused interest in space and astronomy. Kobayashi has a lot more in common with Uno than he thinks at first, and Kobayashi commits to being Uno's friend, helping him navigate the high school experience, while also learning more about himself and how he wants to move through the world.

I cannot wait for more volumes of this one and I hope it maintains this trajectory of personal growth and deepening friendship.

Spacewalking with You is a slice of life graphic novel following “slacker,” cool-kid Kobayashi and socially awkward Uno they navigate high school together. Both boys struggle in their own ways - neither feeling grounded to the world around them. Kobayashi keeps losing his after school jobs and he can’t even remember when he stopped paying attention in school. Uno gets overwhelmed easily in pubic and keeps a notebook to help him stay tethered to the world. Together they learn to ask for support and gain confidence.

I love these awkward, wholesome boys. They’re both just trying their best and that’s all I could ever want for them. If you like high school coming of age stories packed with friendship and lovable characters, check out this great read!

I’m stumbling my way into the graphic novel space after about ten years and this was such a delight to come across. I felt so seen as a neurodivergent person. There are a lot of painful struggles that come with the start of accepting that title. This graphic novel tackles that with warmth and acceptance that felt so comforting.

Thank you Kodansha Comics, Inuhiko Doronoda, and NetGalley for my advanced review copy!

Spacewalking With You is out now!

Kobayashi can't focus on anything. He's been told so many times that he's a worthless idiot that he's starting to believe it. Until the strange new kid in class, Uno, shows him that it's all about having a tether to help you ground yourself as you spacewalk through life.

I love Kobayashi and the amazing changes that befriending Uno bring to his life, but I have to confess that I found Uno a little unsettling. I have a very good idea of why he is the way he is, beyond the obvious autism, and it's a little heartbreaking, but he's still an off-putting character to me. That said, I'm actually looking forward to seeing how he changes and grows right along with Kobayashi as the series progresses, because we keep meeting other interesting characters that open up both Kobayashi's and Uno's worlds.

The art is different from what I'm used to with most mainstream manga, but it fits the story to a T. The way that Doronoda makes Uno's attacks feel visceral is impressive, and every character is easily distinguished, which many manga don't manage.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the chance to read this!

As someone who loves space and manga… this was perfect! I loved how each character is so distinctively their own and even in just one volume there’s already so much character growth. I’m excited to read the second volume where they do more astronomy activities.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the review copy.

Space walking with you by Inuhiko Doronoda was EXACTLY up my alley; stepping out of yourself, accepting your faults, changing and making friends, freeing yourself and others from loneliness, I absolutely adored this, those seeking books about friendship and the beautiful understanding and grace it can make you extend to yourself and the world, please check this one out!


I’m going to recommend this one everywhere to everyone.

Solid 4.5 simply addorable !

I really enjoyed this first volume of Spacewalking with You, I thought the characters were engaging and the storyline was compeling. Personally I am not a huge fan of the art style and prefer more of a shojo but I wanted to give this a try because the cover is so cute. The style is more like a traditional comic book mixed with manga its intresting.

I really liked the friendship between Uno and Kobayashi the way it develops and the seperate struggles they both go through is endearing.

Uno behaves strangely from his other classmates and as a result he gets teased and almost bullied for being what his classmates call being "slow" . In reality Uno is a complex and nuanced character who is going through alot of things and sees the worlds differently.. On the other hand Kobayashi looks like the typical bully/ highschool drop out, he feels like he is failing at everything and nothing really maters. The two collide and form a sort of odd friendship bond, its very heartwarming.

<blockquote>"Sometimes people need a little something extra so they can live like everyone else."</blockquote>
I really loved this quote, I have a wheelchair and I related to Uno in the sense that I also have to navigate the world differently but that I still want to live like everyone else. I really would recomend checking this one out if you enjoy slice of life manga with more of a emotional undertone.


Thankyou so much to NetGalley and Kodansha for providing a digital arc in exchange for an honest review.

Absolutely incredible!!!!!! Really, if you pick up just one manga series this year - please, make it this one.

It's a heartwarming coming-of-age story of two neurodivergent boys learning how to communicate, dealing with what life throws at them and discovering a whole new world (of friendship, of astronomy, of their own inner world) in the process, and doing all of those things together.

The art is wonderful - so expressive that it actually made me tear up a little in a couple of places (Uno's eyes are so full of emotion). And the story is not just fantastic, but feels like it should be part of school curriculum - I think most of us would benefit from reading stories that might open our eyes to our own struggles and the stuggles of others as well.

Cannot recommend this enough! And really looking forward to the next one!

Huge thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is one of the sweetest, most adorable manga I've ever read. I loved both characters so much!

It's never stated outright in the book but Uno is definitely autistic-coded and I related so much to his experience and personality! His character is so well-portrayed and I love that even though the story is told through Kobayashi's perspective, we get to know Uno outside of that perspective a lot.

Kobayashi is also super sweet, I love how his character is portrayed to defy society's assumptions about teenagers like him and how he's committed to being a good friend to Uno without it feeling like it's more saviorism than genuine kindness.

I really liked how the characters work together to navigate through life — or spacewalk, as they call it. This manga does so well in showing that accommodations for disabled people can benefit everyone. I loved to see how from the moment Kobayashi understood what Uno's notebook meant to him, he tried to learn more and more about how he could be of better support to him. I think it's so important to see these kinds of friendships portrayed because for me, it's heartwarming to see that there are people out there willing to accomodate to their friends' support needs.

I'll pick up the next volumes of this, in hopes that we get to have a full-on Uno perspective at some point? I highly recommend giving it a try!

Thank you so much to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for the e-ARC!

A Heartfelt Exploration of Friendship and Neurodivergence

Spacewalking With You 1 by Inuhiko Doronoda is a poignant and uplifting manga that delves into the unlikely friendship between two high school boys navigating their personal challenges. The story centers on Kobayashi, a student struggling with focus and societal expectations, and Uno, an energetic and socially awkward new transfer student. Their evolving bond offers a refreshing take on male friendship, highlighting themes of acceptance, understanding, and personal growth.

Doronoda's storytelling is both humorous and touching, capturing the nuances of their relationship with sincerity. The art style complements the narrative, effectively conveying the characters' emotions and the subtle complexities of their interactions. The portrayal of Uno's neurodivergence is handled with care, providing readers with insight into his experiences without resorting to stereotypes.

While the manga excels in character development and emotional depth, some readers may find the pacing slow, especially in the early chapters. However, this deliberate pacing allows for a more intimate exploration of the characters' inner worlds and their gradual journey toward mutual understanding.

In summary, Spacewalking With You 1 is a compelling read that offers a heartfelt exploration of friendship and neurodivergence. It's a must-read for fans of character-driven stories that celebrate the beauty of human connection.

Thank you so much for letting me read this manga. This is a very heartfelt story. I was very touched by it.

This manga was an emotional ride with the heart being the friendship between the two neurodivergent mcs and how they learn how to navigate life together with lots of fun space facts. I love the friendship between the two main characters and how they understand and help each other. It's really nice to see more manga featuring characters that are neurodiverse!

5⭐️

Thank you NetGalley for an e-ARC of this Manga.

Wow. This was so freaking wholesome.

Kobayashi, is the misunderstood boy is labeled as a “delinquent” or a slacker by his peers. People think he’s a slacker, but really, he’s just self-conscious about not understanding things as easy as everyone else, so he doesn’t even bother trying. Why does that hurt my heart sm 😭

Uno is the new kid in school and everyone bullies him because he is different and loud. People bully him for carrying a notebook around, but Kobayashi realizes he keeps it so he knows how to act around social situations bc he has social anxiety. Geez 😭 He even gets the idea to start writing down notes in a journal to reference, so he’d stop making mistakes at work and school. Guaw 🥺

The illustration was gorgeous and very detailed. Even during Uno’s breakdowns, you were able go get a grasp at how much it bothered him. Anyways I urge ya’ll to read this. Truly wholesome and sensational, and all I wanted to do was hug these boys and tell them it’ll all be okay. :(

Thank you Netgalley for this copy.

The art style wasn't my favorite but I just loved this story. As someone who struggled with similar issues I really connected to this story. I loved that kobayashi not only accepted uno but made an effort for him really made me happy.

This manga about an unlikely teen friendship addresses issues of neurodivergence and sense of self in such a relatable and touching way. I look forward to reading future volumes!

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the e-book copy!

Spacewalking With You is the story of a budding friendship between a loner and a kid with his head in the stars. At first, I wasn't sure if I would like this as I found one of the characters to be a bit annoying. As the volume went on, my opinion changed and I found myself adoring the friendship between the main two. If you are unsure about this, I would recommend trying this volume out as I think it will convince you like it did for me.

Spacewalking With You follows Kobayashi who just can't seem to succeed at anything he does or stick with anything for long - until he meets Uno, a cheery but awkward boy who's a little unusual.
This was a really touching and heart-warming story about two neurodivergent boys who find themselves in an unexpected friendship.
It perfectly portrays the invisible struggles and hardships that a lot of people often don’t understand, things many people consider as “normal” without realizing how difficult they can be for others.
I loved Kobayashi and Uno's friendship and how they start to influence and challenge one another, taking small steps into the world. The reason why it's called Spacewalking With You also gets explained and I thought it was so beautiful.
I can't wait to read more of this manga!
～Thank you to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for the ARC!

Loved this first volume and will be getting it once it officially releases. Though it is not outright said, it is very clear that Uno is autistic and Kobayashi's interactions help both characters grow. Uno gains another person he can rely on and Kobayashi learns how to accommodate for himself and gain confidence again. Can't wait to read more from this series.

What happens when a punk and an autistic kid become besties? One of the best bromances I have ever read.
Kobayashi is the kind of character who at first seems like your classic punk who doesn’t care about much, but as you get to know him, it turns out he’s just a baby bean with bad memory and a lot of anxiety surrounding people’s impression of him. Uno on the other hand, starts out as a sort of weird, loud kid who’s very rigid, but he’s also just a baby bean with a lot of anxiety and, while not expressly stated, it’s obvious he’s on the autism spectrum (coming from someone with an autistic brother and bestie).
This entire volume, my heart melted for these guys. They’re just so cute together. There are so many good things about this manga, like not judging others based on their appearance, showing kindness can go a long way, and finding joy in the small things.
Overall, Spacewalking With You is an adorable manga of unlikely friendship, perfect for fans of cozy stories like Natsume’s Book of Friends and Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity.
NOTE: I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley for review purposes only. All thoughts and opinions are my own.