A Sign of Affection (Official)

“A Sign of Affection” (Japanese: Yubisaki to Renren) is a heartwarming shoujo manga written and illustrated by Suu Morishita, known for its gentle storytelling and beautiful art.

Yuki Itose, a college student who has been profoundly deaf since birth. She primarily communicates through Japanese Sign Language (JSL), texting, and lip-reading, and she has a relatively sheltered life, mostly interacting with a small circle of friends and family who know sign language.

One day, on a train, Yuki encounters Itsuomi Nagi, a handsome and adventurous upperclassman from her university. Itsuomi is a passionate polyglot who loves to travel the world and immerse himself in different languages and cultures, but he doesn’t know sign language. Despite their initial communication barrier, Itsuomi is intrigued by Yuki’s unique perspective and her expressive nature. He is open-minded and genuinely interested in learning about her world.

Their encounter sparks a sweet and respectful romance. Itsuomi begins to learn JSL to better communicate with Yuki, showing his sincere desire to connect with her on a deeper level. The manga beautifully portrays their journey as they navigate the challenges of communication, cultural differences, and the natural progression of a relationship.