Spoiler warning: this article discusses events from Kaguya-sama: Love Is War leading up to chapter 203.
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War is a romantic comedy manga by Aka Akasaka that began serialisation in 2015 and became one of the best-loved series of its genre. It follows Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane, two brilliant members of the elite Shuchiin Academy student council who are clearly in love but too proud to confess. In the US, the manga is published in English by VIZ Media.
The Series’ Growing Popularity
The manga’s success was boosted by its anime adaptation. The first season aired from January to March 2019, and the second from April to June 2020. By December 2019, the manga had more than 9 million copies in circulation, and it went on to receive a third season and an anime film before the manga concluded in 2022.
What Happened Before Chapter 203
The previous chapter was full of celebration and emotion. The students gathered for a party, talked about their future goals and shared heartfelt toasts. Friendships were tested and strengthened, and there were tears as the reality of change set in. Meanwhile, a character waited quietly by a cherry blossom tree, hinting at an important conversation to come.
What to Expect in Chapter 203
- Farewells: with graduation approaching for the older students, the story focused on goodbyes and the bittersweet feeling of moving on.
- Ishigami’s feelings: Yu Ishigami’s long-running feelings for his upperclassman remained one of the most emotional threads, and fans wondered whether he would finally get the moment he hoped for.
- Bittersweet comedy: as always, the series balanced emotional moments with sharp, funny character interactions.
Release Date
Kaguya-sama was serialised weekly in Shueisha’s Weekly Young Jump, with new chapters on Thursdays except during breaks. Chapter 203 was released on Thursday, 8 October 2020.
Where to Read
You can read the series officially in English through VIZ Media and the Shonen Jump app. Raw scans and leaks appear online, but they are unauthorised; official releases support Aka Akasaka and the publishers.
