-manga Kuroiwa Medaka Ni Watashi No Kawaii Ga Tsuujinai Chapter 170- Jun 2026

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For those who prefer collecting books, this chapter will be compiled in future print releases, adding to the 24 tankōbon volumes available as of mid-2026.

In the classroom. Kuroiwa is sitting at his desk, head down, trying to sleep. Kuroiwa (Thought): Why does this school attract so many troublesome people...

Just a single, silent panel of their fingers overlapping on the floor. Mona’s hand is trembling. Medaka’s hand is frozen. I can refine the tone to be more

Medaka is no longer just a stone-cold stoic. He is increasingly flustered and struggling to maintain his "precepts" against Mona's unrelenting charm, especially as he begins to understand his own attraction to her.

For quick reference, here are the essential details regarding Chapter 170 of the series: "Bread-Eating Race with That Jerk" Volume: Volume 19, Chapter 7 Official Release Date: March 11, 2025

serves as a pivotal entry in Volume 19, focusing on the ongoing romantic tension between Mona Kawai and Medaka Kuroiwa. The chapter highlights internal monologues and character development as Mona continues her attempts to win over the stoic monk-in-training. Read the official English translation on Kuroiwa is sitting at his desk, head down, trying to sleep

The mascot itself functions as a visual leitmotif throughout the chapter. Its gradual transformation—starting as a generic, overly‑cutesy figure and evolving into a hybrid design—parallels the characters’ own growth. Additionally, recurring background motifs—such as scattered origami cranes—serve as quiet reminders of hope and perseverance, reinforcing the chapter’s emotional undercurrents without explicit narration.

Reviews for this stage of the manga (170+) are polarized, focusing on three main areas:

The bread-eating race is inherently goofy, requiring participants to run and grab dangling pastries using only their mouths. Kuromasa’s art shines in these panels. Mona attempts to maintain her photogenic, "cute" persona while aggressively biting down on a swinging piece of bread. The contrast between her internal panic—wanting to look beautiful for Medaka—and the reality of looking ridiculous forms the core comedic engine of the chapter. 3. Medaka’s Mental Fortitude Mona’s hand is trembling

The chapter opens with Mona Kawai, frustrated as ever. Despite another day of trying to charm Medaka Kuroiwa—the stoic, temple-raised boy immune to her beauty—she fails to get even a blush. Medaka remains polite but distant, focused on his training and duties.

Ran Kuze's illustration style is a primary reason why Chapter 170 has generated so much discussion online. The artwork in this chapter highlights several of the mangaka's greatest technical strengths:

Medaka Kuroiwa's charm has always been his absolute poker face. Yet, chapters like 170 show that the sports festival environment chips away at his sensory deprivation tactics. When forced into high-adrenaline situations alongside Mona, his internal monologues reveal just how close he is to breaking. 3. The Physical Comedy of Rom-Com Manga