Title

Anonymous Noise

Also known as: Fukumenkei Noise, 覆面系ノイズ

by Ryouko Fukuyama

Score from AniList: 70/100finished18 volumes104 chapters

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Nino Arisugawa, a girl who loves to sing, experiences her first heart-wrenching goodbye when her beloved childhood friend, Momo, moves away. And after Nino befriends Yuzu, a music composer, she experiences another sad parting! Both boys promised Nino that they would find her one day through her singing, so she holds on to that hope and continues to reach out with her voice. Now in high school, Nino serendipitously reunites with Yuzu, but she yearns to see Momo again… (Source: VIZ Media)

Chapters available: 104
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A musical shoujo about a girl who loves to sing and the friendships that pull her away from her first heartbreak, with a lively, heartfelt tone.

Pros

A warm, music-driven friendship story
Lively ensemble energy

Cons

The love triangle can feel slow
Some arcs lean into melodrama

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Nino Arisugawa loves to sing, and her first heart-wrenching goodbye comes when her beloved childhood friend Momo moves away. Then she befriends Yuzu, a music-loving newcomer. That friendship pulls her toward music in a way she did not expect, and the series builds its warmth on the bonds that grow from shared passion.The strength is the energy. The musical scenes are lively, and the band dynamics give the story a bright, heartfelt pulse. Nino's voice and her gradual confidence make her easy to root for.The weaknesses are clear. The love triangle can feel slow, and some arcs lean into melodrama. Readers who are not drawn to music may find the story less compelling.Recommended for fans of musical shoujo with warm friendships. Expect a bright, emotional ride.