Afro Tanaka

Hiroshi Tanaka, a naïve and socially awkward young man, is known for his distinctive afro hairstyle, as he navigates life from adolescence into adulthood. The story begins with Tanaka as a high school student and continues through his decision to drop out, his time working part-time jobs in his hometown, and his eventual move to Tokyo, where he takes on demanding work while trying to adjust to city life. The narrative is episodic, focusing on Tanaka's daily experiences with friends, coworkers, and acquaintances, often revolving around his attempts to build relationships, particularly with women, despite his frequent misunderstandings and lack of confidence. His interactions with a consistent group of male friends highlight their shared struggles with romance, work, and personal growth, often resulting in comedic situations driven by their immaturity and frustrations. ==Media==

Manga The Afro Tanaka series, written and illustrated by , has been serialized in Shogakukan's manga magazine Weekly Big Comic Spirits since December 3, 2001. It has been divided into seven parts: • (2001–2004, 10 volumes) • (2004–2007, 10 volumes) • (2007–2010, 10 volumes) • (2010–2013, 10 volumes) • (2015–2018, 10 volumes) • (2018–2021, 10 volumes) • (2022–present; 5 volumes) Film A film directed by Daigo Matsui, based on Jōkyō Afro Tanaka story The theme song of the film is "Yoru wo Koete" by Tsuru. Afro Tanaka was released in DVD and Blu-ray by Happinet on August 2, 2012. The film also spawned a spin-off, a 10-episodes mini-drama entitled Hōkago Afro Tanaka. ==Reception==

The Afro Tanaka manga has sold 3.6 million units in Japan by May 2013. The film debuted at number 10 in Japanese theaters. Afro Tanaka grossed over $1.8 million in Japan. ==References==