3 stars! Such a cute little story that I was able to read in one sitting! It did take me a minute to get into the characters and feel like they had much chemistry and I think I probably would have enjoyed it more if it were longer or maybe a series so that there had been more time for the main characters relationship to really develop. All in all I enjoyed this tho and loved the cute ending!

There were some parts of this manga that I thought were very cute; however, I was a little disconcerted by how obsessed and fixated Mr. Yaotome was with Chiba.

I received an e-ARC and am giving my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for this opportunity!

This was such a cute and fluffy read, I absolutely adored it. I loved the unknown the beginning scene brought, wondering who "Maki" was, why Mr. Yaotome is so flustered and nervous. I truly loved how lighthearted it was. I much prefer the sweet, low-angst BL stories to the angsty ones with 4 breakups. Just a personal preference, and this was the perfect sweet BL, with a little hint of spice and yearning. Really just so sweet.

🌟 5/5 Stars – A Sweet and Charming Debut!

I've never written a manga or comic review before, and I’m so excited to start with My Instructor Won’t Yield by Deme Kingyobachi! As a huge fan of manga and comics, I feel genuinely honored to share my thoughts on something I love so much.

First of all, this story is absolutely adorable! The main characters are so sweet together, it made my teeth hurt—in the best way possible. Their chemistry is natural and heartwarming, with just the right touch of humor and fluff to keep you turning the pages.

The art is just as delightful as the story. The character designs are super cute and expressive. I was especially impressed with how well the male characters are drawn—something that not all shoujo manga pull off consistently. Deme Kingyobachi has a great eye for detail and style, and it really shows in each panel.

Overall, I’m completely smitten with this manga and can't wait to see what this talented artist/mangaka creates next. Highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys sweet romantic comedies with great artwork!

I enjoyed reading this cute, light-hearted manga. The story flows along quite nicely and it's a breeze to read ( I finished it in one sitting!). The two main characters, Mr Chiba and Mr Yaotome are very likeable. Mr Yaotome's social awkwardness and introverted character leads to some hilariously awkward conversations. The romance moves long at brisk pace, with no unnecessary miscommunications. Mr Yaotome mentions not being able to keep up his mask that he presents to the world when he's with Mr Chiba. However, we truly see Mr Chiba let down his own mask and truly acknowledge his feelings for Mr Yaotome. Both MCs are kind, gentle and mature, leading them to express themselves in a timely manner to sort out misunderstandings.

The plot ( such as there is) is very straightforward with no major plot twists. It's still a fun read anyway.

The drawing style is lovely. The characters have distinct looks and facial expressions that convey their feelings very well. The backgrounds are rendered very nicely as well. It made reading this manga particularly enjoyable.

Thanks to Netgalley for a free ARC in return for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an eARC for me to review!

This was recommended to me and it was sooo worth the wait to be approved, what an adorable book!!!!! The art is cute and the storyline is fun, it was hilarious to see Yaotome's driving confidence start out at a 0 and get to.... well, maybe a 7. 😂😂😂 So cute!!!

This was so cute! I love the art style and the overall plot. The characters were well done, and I liked how they communicated and got through their conflict easily. Super cute read!

Love, Love, it was so cute 🥺🥺. I would most definitely read more by this author. I love the translated note at the end, it help add more contexts and clarity to the story. The ending did leave me wanting more so hopefully get a second volume.

Highly recommend if looking for quick and cute Boy love manga

🤓 "My instructor won't yield" was in my wishlist for months and finally I could read it!
The plot is simple yet very amusing. I find quite interesting the setting! I never read a manga about taking the driving license. 🚗

🧡The main characters, Shiba and Yaotome are so different but still very kind and comprehensive to each other. Shiba tried his best to not get romantically involved with any student, while Yaotome is shy and insecure but finds I Shiba someone he can rely on.

🥹They both hide their true self but still menage to open up to each other in a very natural way.

☕️Thanks to Shiba, Yaotome starts to believe in himself, on the other hand Shiba learn from Yaotome how to be genuine and open about his feelings

🍫The story is cozy and funny and after the end you would like to read other 50+ chapter s about these two. A love that is gentle, that respect each others wills and that is patient: the best mix to create a story that will stay in your heart for a while.

✍🏻As for the artstyle there's no much left to say. Every panel is studied to be functional to the narrative, the drawings are pretty and the character's expression very well portrayed. You can imagine the sorrow, the joy and all the emotions. Even the panel without words communicate the main characters feelings and intentions.

🫶🏻 Thank you so much @netgalley and @kodanshamanga for the #arc digital copy!
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3.5 stars. I thought this was a cute and lighthearted manga. The main characters, Chiba and Yaotome, were really good leads and had some nice chemistry. The plot flows smoothly, but the end left me wanting more because it wraps up so fast. So I will read the next volume to see what happens next.
Thank you, NetGalley and Kodansha, for providing a digital copy in return for an honest review.

The Basics:

Art: 4/5
The art has its own kind of charm…almost sketch-like? Very heavy on using lines as shadows… idk I’m not an art critic, it was still cute though.

Characters: 5/5
I absolutely loved both of these characters so much, omg. Big green flags all around.

Story/Plot: 3/5
While I really loved the characters, the overall plot was pretty simple—not a whole lot actually happens. That said, it does have an interesting premise with the driving school setting. I don’t think I’ve ever read a romance centered around that before, haha.
I also enjoyed the little third-act mini drama they threw in (and I mean mini).
This is a great pick if you’re looking for something quick and cute. It won’t blow you away, but it’ll definitely put a smile on your face.

Writing/Dialogue: 4/5
Hope he doesn’t end up in my car. Naturally that thought landed me right next to him.
Overall, the writing was solid, though a few phrases felt a bit awkward. I loved the extra translation notes at the end!

Extras:
Sweetness: 5/5
He wanted to get his license because he adopted a cat and wanted to be able to take him to the vet quickly if needed. 🥺💕

Spice level: 1/5
spoiler: they kiss

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the e-arc!

The cover of this title lured me in and suffice to say I enjoyed this. It was super complicated with the plot and the main two took their time to get together. Overall, solid read and would recommend checking it out!

Cute cute cuuuuuute! Definitely not “old man yaoi” but a sweet romance between grownups who (mostly) act their age. I liked the art and I think the story is a satisfying one-shot.

Thank you to netGalley and Kodansha for the eARC.

My Instructor Won't Yield is a oneshot BL manga about a car driving instructor and his somewhat meet cute with a mangaka deteremined to learn how to drive. This was a cutely awkward seinen manga, and it tackled quite a few nuanced themes within it's single volume. I really enjoyed the pacing and the characters, it was a great read.

My Instructor Won’t Yield is a soft, clean-cut yaoi manga that leans more to the YA side. The art is beautiful and expressive, but the translation didn’t quite hit the mark for me. It often felt stilted or awkward, which pulled me out of the story.

Overall, while the tone is sweet and the characters are charming enough, it might work better for readers newer to the genre or looking for something very tame.

Awww this was such a cutesy read . Very like heartstopper only with driving.
I really loved Chiba . Such a fun cheeky character.

This was cute and pretty fast paced! I really loved the art style and the story as well. I will say the chemistry was a bit lacking, and the romance felt a bit one-sided given the circumstances, but it was still an enjoyable read! I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who’s looking for a short and sweet story.

These guys are so stupid, I love them.

Did you ever have a crush on your driving teacher? (I didn't, but I have a friend that married hers) Or maybe a crush on a person that you see very often at work? If yes, then this is a manga for you.

Chiba works as a driving instructor. He's handsome and kind, which makes him an object of his clients' crushes. But he has a strict rule of not dating them. Until he meets Yaotome, who at first looks like a cool, unfazed guy but quickly turns into a stressed mess of a person.

As you can expect, these two feel instant attraction towards each other, but in true rom-com fashion there are a few obstacles in their way. The story progresses quickly, and is well written. I have a slight problem with one little stalker thing, but other than that, it was a great read.

The art style is perfect for this kind of story and makes reading it a real pleasure.

This BL manga is equally funny and cute. I really enjoyed reading this one. The pacing is good, the story is solid and the characters are believable and make the story enjoyable as well.

super cute read, i adore the art style! although it's a relatively short one shot, the characters have growth and the plot doesn't feel rushed, i would read another volume for more of them!