Read manga Sensitive Boy online in English. Also known as センシティブ・ボーイ. For most teenagers, the thought of romance brings excitement and curiosity, but for high school student Kaede, it brings only paralyzing fear. Beneath his gentle exterior lies a deep psychological scar from his middle school years, where he was manipulated and assaulted by a female teacher. Now trying to navigate a normal high school life, he finds himself constantly battling the suffocating trauma that makes any physical or emotional intimacy terrifying.

As Kaede meets new people, including well-meaning classmates who begin to develop genuine feelings for him, his fragile world is constantly tested. He desperately wants to move forward and experience a normal youth, but the lingering shadows of his past abuse make trusting others an agonizing challenge. Caught between the terrifying weight of his memories and a sincere desire to connect with those who care about him, Kaede must find a way to reclaim his stolen sense of self without pushing away the people who want to help him heal.

This series may appeal to readers who enjoy psychological drama, character-driven emotional healing, and realistic coming-of-age stories.