Exciting News: Pop-Up Store and Fair for "The Person I Was Interested in Wasn't a Man"
Fans of Sumiko Arai's hit series have a lot to look forward to this year. It has been officially announced that a special pop-up store and fair titled "The person I was interested in wasn't a man" will be held at more than 30 bookstores across the country starting from April 1st. This is a very big moment for the community, as the series has gained massive popularity lately. If you have been following the story, you know exactly why everyone is so hyped about this event.
“The person I was interested in was not a man” pop-up store visual
Exclusive Merchandise and Special Illustrations
At the pop-up store and fair, fans can buy various items that feature two types of newly drawn illustrations. These illustrations have different themes but both capture the essence of the series perfectly. There are a total of 15 different items available for purchase. For those who want to decorate their rooms or carry a piece of the story with them, the collection includes:
- Acrylic stands featuring Aya and Mitsuki
- Pick-shaped key chains (perfect for the rock music theme\!)
- Can badges and book covers
- Embroidered T-shirts with unique designs
The designs are really thoughtful, showing images of Aya and Mitsuki sharing earphones or wearing matching outfits. It really brings out the heartwarming connection between the two characters that makes The Person I Was Interested in Wasn't a Man such a special read for so many of us.
Event Locations and Online Availability
The pop-up stores are going to be held from April 1st to April 19th at several major locations. If you are nearby, you should definitely try to visit one of these stores:
- MARUZEN & Junkudo Bookstore Sapporo store in Hokkaido
- Ogaki Bookstore Azabudai Hills store and Junkudo Bookstore Ikebukuro main store in Tokyo
- Ogaki Bookstore Kyoto Yodobashi store in Osaka
- Miraiya Bookstore Dainichi store in Kyoto
- Maruzen Hakata store in Fukuoka
For those who cannot make it to these specific cities, the fair will also be held at bookstores nationwide from April 29th to May 10th. It is important to note that the pop-up stores and the general fairs offer different purchase benefits, so collectors might want to check both. Also, if you prefer shopping from home, the Muzzle Online Shop will start selling these goods from May 29th onwards.
A Success Story: From Web Manga to Anime
In case you are new to the series, "The person I was interested in was not a man" is a beautiful youth story. It starts when Aya, a high school girl, gets interested in a "cool guy" working at a CD shop. She later finds out that this person is actually Mitsuki, a girl in her own class who usually stays very inconspicuous. The story is quite famous now, having ranked 1st in the web manga category at the "Next Coming Manga Awards 2023" and 2nd in the 2024 edition of "This Manga is Amazing!". With an anime version already announced in February, there is no better time to learn everything you need to know about the person I was interested in wasn't a man and join the fandom.
