Senpai Is an Otokonoko Manga Volumes: Full Guide

If you’ve been hearing about Senpai Is an Otokonoko (先輩はおとこのこ) and wondering how many manga volumes there are, whether the series is finished, or where to start reading — you’re in the right place. A quick note on the title: “senpai” means an upperclassman or someone senior to you, and “otokonoko” literally translates to “boy” but is used in Japanese pop culture to describe a boy who presents in a feminine way, often through crossdressing. So the title roughly means “My Upperclassman Is a Feminine Boy.” This sweet school romance by Pom (ぽむ) has picked up a lot of fans thanks to its charming characters and sincere take on identity and love. Here’s the short version: the series is complete at 10 volumes in Japan, with 8 English volumes out so far. Now let’s break down everything about the manga’s volumes, story, editions, and adaptations.

How Many Senpai Is an Otokonoko Manga Volumes Are There?

Here’s the quick answer: Senpai Is an Otokonoko is a completed series with 10 volumes in Japan, spanning 100 chapters total. The final Japanese volume was released on October 25, 2024, so the story has a proper, finished ending — no cliffhangers, no indefinite hiatus.

The English edition currently has 8 volumes released, available in both paperback and digital formats. The English release is rated 13+, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Two more English volumes remain to be published to catch up with the Japanese run, though specific release dates for those final volumes haven’t been confirmed as of this writing.

A bit of helpful background if you’re newer to manga: most manga series start as individual chapters released on a regular schedule — this is called serialization. Those chapters are then collected into printed volumes. Senpai Is an Otokonoko was created by Pom (ぽむ) and originally serialized on LINE Manga, a popular Japanese digital app for reading manga on your phone or tablet. In Japan, the collected print volumes are published by Ichijinsha, a Japanese manga publisher.

Here’s a quick snapshot:

Detail	Info
Total volumes (JP)	10 (complete)
Total chapters	100
Final JP volume	October 25, 2024
English volumes out	8
English age rating	13+
Author	Pom (ぽむ)
JP publisher	Ichijinsha
Original platform	LINE Manga (digital app)

So if you’re planning to collect the full series, you’re looking at 10 volumes once the English edition wraps up.

Story Progression Across the Volumes

One of the nicest things about a completed 10-volume series is that it’s a manageable commitment with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Here’s a spoiler-free look at how the story flows.

Early Phase (Volumes 1–3): Meeting and First Feelings

The story introduces Makoto, a boy who crossdresses at school — meaning he wears traditionally feminine clothing and presents himself in a feminine way — and the classmates whose lives intersect with his. These opening volumes establish the school setting, Makoto’s daily life navigating how others perceive him, and the first sparks of romantic connection. The tone here leans into comedy and relaxed, everyday storytelling — think hanging out with friends, dealing with school routines, and the small moments where feelings start to shift. By the end of this stretch, you’ll have a solid understanding of who everyone is and why you care about them.

Middle Phase (Volumes 4–6): Getting Real

This is where the emotional weight of the story starts to build. Characters begin confronting how the people around them react to gender expression and identity — not just in abstract terms, but through specific moments like navigating family expectations and figuring out how to be honest with the people they care about. Social expectations press in, and relationships that started as simple crushes grow more layered and complicated. Pom does a really lovely job of balancing the comedy that made the early volumes so fun with moments that genuinely tug at your heart. If volumes 1–3 got you interested, this is the stretch that gets you invested.

Final Phase (Volumes 7–10): Resolution

The last four volumes bring the story’s emotional threads together. Without spoiling anything, expect climactic developments in the central romance, meaningful payoffs for the characters who’ve been part of the story from the start, and a conclusion that gives everyone the ending they’ve been working toward. One of the strengths of a 10-volume series is that it doesn’t overstay its welcome — Pom keeps the pacing tight and the finale feels earned.

The whole series rewards reading in order. The main series is self-contained at 10 volumes. There is also a digital prequel series, Senpai Is an Otokonoko: The Encounter, available on LINE Manga — but it’s not required reading to enjoy the main story.

What Kind of Romance Is This?

Senpai Is an Otokonoko sits at the intersection of romance, school life, and comedy. But what makes it stand out is its sincere, heartfelt exploration of gender expression and crossdressing within a love story framework.

This isn’t a series that uses crossdressing as a punchline. While there are plenty of lighthearted and genuinely funny moments — the comedy tag is well-earned — the story treats Makoto’s identity with real care and emotional honesty. The romance develops naturally against the backdrop of school life, with all the awkwardness, excitement, and vulnerability that comes with teenage feelings.

If you enjoy school-set love stories but want something with more depth and a perspective you don’t see every day, this series delivers. It’s approachable enough for someone brand-new to manga romance while still offering substance that keeps more experienced readers engaged.

A note for readers or parents who might be wondering about the tone around gender identity themes: the series handles this material with warmth and sincerity rather than making it awkward or preachy. It’s fundamentally a story about accepting yourself and the people you love. The 13+ age rating means the content stays on the gentler side — you won’t find anything graphic here. It’s a story about emotions, identity, and connection, told with warmth and humor.

Anime and Film — Where the Adaptations Leave Off

The series has gotten two screen adaptations, which is partly why so many people are discovering the manga right now. If you’re new to the term, anime refers to animated TV shows and films — often adapted from manga.

• TV anime (animated TV series): Began airing in July 2024
• Theatrical film: Released in February 2025

Both adaptations have introduced the story to a wider audience, and if you watched either one, you might be wondering where to pick up the manga.

General Adaptation Guidance

The TV anime covers a portion of the manga’s storyline, and the film continues or expands on the adaptation. However, specific details about exactly which volumes each adaptation covers aren’t confirmed in the sources available to me right now, so rather than guess and potentially steer you wrong, here’s what I’d recommend:

If you watched the anime and want to read the manga, start from Volume 1. The manga has details, character moments, and emotional beats that adaptations inevitably trim or rearrange. With only 10 volumes total, it’s not a huge time commitment to read from the beginning, and you’ll get the fullest version of the story. That said, if you’d rather skip ahead, you can always check community forums or fan wikis to find exactly where the anime leaves off — they tend to have that information nailed down.

If you haven’t watched anything yet, either starting point works. The manga is the original and complete version of the story. The anime is a fine entry point too — just know that the manga goes further and deeper, especially in its later volumes.

Which Edition Should You Buy?

There are a few ways to read Senpai Is an Otokonoko, depending on your preferences and patience level.

English Editions

The English release is available in two formats:

• Paperback: Physical volumes you can collect on your shelf. With 8 out of 10 volumes released so far, you can get most of the series right now and pick up the remaining two as they come out.
• Digital: Available for immediate reading through e-book platforms like Kindle and other digital manga storefronts. If you prefer reading on a tablet or phone, or you don’t want to wait for shipping, digital is a great option.

If you want to start collecting, Volume 1 is the natural entry point. It’s available in both paperback and digital.

Japanese Editions

If you read Japanese, the full 10-volume series is available in both print collected volumes and digital formats, published by Ichijinsha. The series was originally serialized digitally on LINE Manga before being collected into print volumes. Note that LINE Manga is a Japan-focused platform, so English-speaking readers will generally want to go with the English editions described above.

Physical vs. Digital — What to Consider

There’s no wrong answer here, but a few things to think about:

• Physical paperbacks are great for collecting and rereading. The cover art for this series is lovely, and having the volumes on a shelf is satisfying. The downside is that you’ll need to wait for the final English volumes to release.
• Digital gets you reading instantly and takes up zero shelf space. It’s often a bit easier on the wallet, too. If you’re the type to read on the go, digital is hard to beat.
• Mixing both is an option if your budget allows. Some readers grab digital volumes to read right away and then pick up physical copies of their favorites later. Obviously that means buying some volumes twice, so it’s really a matter of how much you love the series and what you can afford.

Since the English release still has two volumes to go, you could also read what’s available in English and then decide whether you want to wait for the remaining volumes or track down the Japanese editions to finish the story sooner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many volumes does Senpai Is an Otokonoko have?

The series has 10 volumes in Japan and is complete. The English edition has 8 volumes released so far, with the remaining two still to come.

Is Senpai Is an Otokonoko finished?

Yes! The manga is completed. The final Japanese volume (Volume 10) was released on October 25, 2024. The story wraps up with a proper ending across 100 chapters.

Who is the author?

The series is written and illustrated by Pom (ぽむ). It was originally serialized on LINE Manga, a Japanese digital manga app, and published in print by Ichijinsha in Japan.

Is there an anime?

Yes — there’s both a TV anime series (an animated show) that started airing in July 2024 and a theatrical film that was released in February 2025. Both have helped bring a lot of new readers to the manga.

What is the English age rating?

The English edition is rated 13+, so it’s suitable for teens and up. The content focuses on romance, identity, and school life without graphic material. The gender identity and crossdressing themes are handled with sincerity and warmth — it’s a gentle, affirming story.

Should I read the manga or watch the anime first?

Either works! The manga is the complete, original version of the story with all 100 chapters across 10 volumes. If you prefer to read, start with Volume 1. If you’d rather watch first, the anime is a solid introduction — just know that the manga offers the full story with more detail and emotional depth.

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Senpai Is an Otokonoko is one of those series that’s easy to pick up and hard to put down. At just 10 volumes, it tells a complete, satisfying story about love, identity, and being yourself — with enough humor to keep things light even when the emotions run deep. Whether you’re grabbing Volume 1 to see what the fuss is about or catching up after watching the anime, you’re in for a really good time.