Naisho no Tsubomi

Fifth-grader Tsubomi Tachibana begins facing unfamiliar questions about growing up as her mother's pregnancy coincides with changes in her own body and feelings. Matters that once seemed distant now feel immediate, and she is not always sure whom she can ask for guidance.

With family and friends around her, Tsubomi tries to understand her first period, new crushes, and the need for personal privacy. Her confusion becomes part of learning to see herself differently. Ordinary school and home life provide opportunities to discover that asking questions and seeking reassurance need not be embarrassing or lonely.