Praise for My Tokyo Summer:Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection"An ode to artistic passion and self-published comics, manga, and zines. It encapsulates an international connection and a relationship that grew despite distance, language barriers, and cultural differences. A sweet story celebrating creativity, culture, and true friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews"A fun exploration... Utomaru’s art style beautifully captures 1990s youth culture with eye-catching color and a cheerful vibe. A great addition to graphic memoir collections." -- School Library Journal"My Tokyo Summer is a vibrant, heartfelt, and inspiring journey that celebrates creativity, friendship, and the beautiful chaos of stepping outside your comfort zone. It’s a must-read for young readers, creators, dreamers and honestly, anyone who’s ever wanted to feel something real from a comic." -- Comic Crusaders