Is The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses Finished?

If you’ve been watching the anime or just discovered this sweet school romance, you’re probably asking: is The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses manga finished? Good news — the answer is yes, and you can binge the whole thing right now.

Yes — The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses Manga Is Finished

The manga is complete. The series wrapped up in Japan on June 20, 2024, with the release of its twelfth and final volume. On the English side, Square Enix Manga & Books published all 12 volumes, with the last one arriving on June 3, 2025.

That means there’s no waiting for new chapters, no cliffhangers left dangling, and no anxiety about whether the series might get cancelled before the story ends. You can pick up volume 1 today and read straight through to the conclusion at your own pace.

If you’re new to manga, a quick note: manga series are typically released as numbered collected books called “volumes,” each containing several chapters of the story. So when we say 12 volumes, that’s 12 books that together tell the complete story from beginning to end.

Publication Timeline and Volume Count

The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses, created by Koume Fujichika (藤近小梅), was published chapter-by-chapter in Monthly Gangan Joker, a manga magazine from Square Enix. The first collected volume came out in Japan on February 22, 2019, and the series ran for 12 volumes total before ending in June 2024.

The English edition mirrors that volume count exactly — 12 volumes — published by Square Enix Manga & Books. You can get them as physical books (called trade paperbacks — standard soft-cover editions) or in digital format, and individual digital chapters are also available if you prefer sampling before committing to a full volume. The difference is simple: a digital volume contains the same content as the physical book, while individual chapters let you buy smaller portions one at a time. The English release carries a Teen rating, so it’s appropriate for younger readers too.

For anyone unfamiliar with the premise: it’s a lighthearted school comedy about Komura, a middle-school boy who has a massive crush on Mie, the girl sitting next to him in class. Mie keeps forgetting her glasses at home, which means she’s constantly leaning in close, squinting at things, and generally being adorable while Komura tries to keep his composure. The humor comes from these charming close-proximity moments, and the romance builds slowly from there. The genres listed are comedy, school life, and slice of life — that last one meaning stories focused on everyday moments rather than big dramatic events — but make no mistake, this is a romance through and through.

It’s the kind of series that makes you smile. The situations are simple, the characters are endearing, and the comedy lands without ever feeling mean-spirited. If you like wholesome, warm-hearted love stories set in a school, this is absolutely one to pick up.

The Anime Adaptation

A 13-episode TV anime adaptation aired from July 4 to September 26, 2023, introducing a whole new audience to Komura and Mie’s story. If you’re coming from the anime, here’s what you need to know: the anime covers only part of the manga’s story. The manga continued well past the anime’s endpoint, which means there’s a good chunk of additional content — more development, more sweet moments, and the actual conclusion to the romance — waiting for you in the later volumes.

If you watched the anime and want to continue straight into the manga rather than restarting from the beginning, you’ll want to look into roughly where the anime’s coverage ends. Some readers prefer to start from volume 1 even after watching the anime, since the source material always has details and moments the adaptation trims. Others skip ahead to pick up where the show left off. Either approach works fine — but starting from the beginning means you won’t miss any manga-only scenes.

This actually makes the anime a great entry point. You can watch the show to see if the characters and tone click with you, then jump into the manga to get the rest of the story and the full romantic conclusion.

Is the Ending Satisfying?

Without spoiling anything specific: yes, the ending delivers.

The series maintains its warm, feel-good tone all the way through the conclusion. If you’ve been reading for the slow-building sweetness between Komura and Mie — those little moments of proximity, the gradual shift from one-sided crush to something mutual — the payoff is genuinely rewarding. The romance reaches a clear resolution rather than leaving things vague or open-ended, which is something fans of the series really appreciated.

The tone never takes a dark turn or introduces unnecessary drama for shock value. It stays true to what made readers fall for it in the first place — gentle humor, growing affection, and the simple joy of two people slowly figuring out their feelings. If that’s what you came for, you’ll walk away satisfied.

One sign of how much love went into the finale: the Japanese publisher released a special edition of volume 12 that came with a 112-page mini art book. That art book included over 70 color illustrations, unreleased bonus chapters, and a newly drawn special chapter. When a publisher puts that much effort into a final-volume celebration, it tells you the series is getting the sendoff it deserves. Note that this special edition was a Japanese release — if you’re a collector interested in tracking it down, keep in mind it may not be available in English.

Where to Buy the English Manga Edition

All 12 English volumes are published by Square Enix Manga & Books and widely available. Here’s a quick rundown of your options:

• Trade paperback (physical books) — The standard soft-cover volumes, stocked at major bookstores and online retailers. These are the ones you’ll see on shelves and they look great lined up on a bookcase.
• Digital volumes — Available through digital manga platforms such as Kindle, BookWalker, and others if you prefer reading on a tablet or phone. These contain the same content as the physical books.
• Digital chapters — Individual chapters are sold digitally as well, so you can sample the series for a smaller commitment before buying full volumes.

Since the series is complete, you won’t run into the frustration of volumes being out of print (no longer being manufactured, which makes them hard to find) or backordered mid-run — a common headache with ongoing series. The full set is out there and ready to go.

Whether you prefer holding a physical book or reading on a screen, you can start and finish the entire story right now without waiting for anything.

FAQ

How many volumes does The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses have?

12 volumes in both the Japanese and English editions.

Is the manga still ongoing?

No. The series is complete. It ended in Japan in June 2024, and the final English volume was released in June 2025.

Is there an anime adaptation?

Yes! A 13-episode TV anime aired from July to September 2023. It covers part of the manga’s story, so the manga contains additional content beyond what the anime adapted — including the full romantic conclusion.

Who created the manga?

The series was created by Koume Fujichika (藤近小梅) and published in Monthly Gangan Joker (Square Enix).

What genre is it?

It’s categorized as comedy, school life, and slice of life, with a strong romance focus. Think wholesome, sweet, and funny rather than dramatic or angsty.

Is the English edition finished too?

Yes — all 12 volumes are available in English from Square Enix Manga & Books in both physical (trade paperback) and digital formats. You can read the complete story right now.