: Shiraishi attempts to enter a bookstore to buy a new manga, but his "lack of presence" is so extreme that the automatic doors fail to detect him. Kubo, who has been secretly following him, finds his frustration adorable and steps in to open the door.
: Community discussions on Reddit praised the "too freaking cute" interactions, noting that Kubo is a proactive female lead who isn't afraid to "put in the work" to get closer to her crush. Kubo-san wa Mob wo Yurusanai Episode 2
The second episode of , titled " Hard Luck and Home Visit " (ハードラックと自宅訪問), focuses on Kubo’s proactive attempts to spend more time with Shiraishi outside of school. Key Plot Highlights : Shiraishi attempts to enter a bookstore to