Long Summer of August 31 Vol. 5, The

THE NAME GAME In his mission to lose his virginity and break the August 31st time loop, Suzuki has gotten into the habit of going to his friends for advice on talking to women. One friend in particular, the pompadour-sporting Akabane, offers up an unconventional method: playing the classic dating sim Dokidoki Demorial. During their late-night gaming and brainstorming session, Suzuki becomes convinced that the key to intimacy lies not in perfect dates or the right mood, but in name-calling—specifically, first names! But will this bold move be enough to sweep Takagi off her feet?
Series Overview: Caught in an endlessly repeating August 31st, high schoolers Suzuki Takaya and Takagi Kana are the only ones who remember each loop. The likely cause? Suzuki’s unfinished summer mission to secure a girlfriend and lose his virginity—the ultimate teenage goal. A hilarious yet heartfelt time-loop comedy!