Rika is a new shy student at her new school. She’s always had troubles making friends because of her personality. Her past best-friend, Mirai, encourages her to change before she moves to the new school. Will Rika be able to gather some courage to change herself and make new friends?

The Bean Sprout Boy and the Seed Girl: An's dad died in a traffic accident eight years ago. One day, her mother brings in an unreliable "bean sprout man" into their house. Together, with her selfish mom and her obstinate self, the transient and strange life of the trio begins here… In order for a girl to grow up, she needs a grown up man. (Source: HaruHime Scans)
Contains three other stories:
- The Goldfish Birthmark
- Headphones and Children
- The Hiyoko Train Is Running Today As Well