Nishino Jirou

* Based on a shoujo manga by Yazawa Ai-sensei, originally published in Ribon magazine. The story is about of Kouda Mikako, a creative, energetic girl who dreams of becoming a fashion designer, Yamaguchi Tsutomu (the boy next door), and their friends at the Yazawa School of Design. Source: Sumire-ya Anime and Manga Pages

Mikako and Tsutomu lived next door to each other since they were little. They both attend an art school, where Mikako is pursuing her dream of being a fashion designer. They formed a club called Akindo with several of their friends. Akindo participates in flea markets, where they sell their creations--clothes, dolls, and artwork. Note: This is an alternative story for…