Punpun Onodera is an 11-year-old boy residing in Japan who possesses a hopelessly romantic and idealistic nature. His life takes a sudden turn when he encounters Aiko Tanaka in his class. Through this encounter, he learns about the challenges of maintaining relationships and the difficulties of transitioning from childhood innocence to the complexities of adulthood. When his father assaults his mother one night, Punpun discovers that those he admired were not as perfect as he believed. As his problems escalate, his reserved character transforms into voluntary seclusion, exacerbating his emotional turmoil and propelling him further down the path of maturity in this grim coming-of-age tale.
Oyasumi Punpun was originally serialized in Young Sunday, but moved to Big Comic Spirits on October 20, 2008 (47th issue). It received a Jury Recommendation at the 13th Japan Media Arts Festival Awards in 2009.The series was published in English as Goodnight Punpun by VIZ Media under the VIZ Signature imprint in 7 omnibus volumes from March 15, 2016 to September 19, 2017. It was also published in Spanish as Buenas noches, Punpun by Norma Editorial from October 29, 2015 to October 29, 2016; in Italian as Buonanotte, Punpun by Panini Comics from April 14, 2011 to July 31, 2014; and has been published by Editorial Ivrea in Argentina since July 21, 2017.
An eccentric girl who is the main love interest of Onodera Punpun throughout the manga....
Punpun is a young boy who experiences social awkwardness due to his age of innocence. After his parents divorce, he continues to grow up like any other teenager, dealing with crushes and getting into ...
The twelfth follower of Pegasus in the "Good Vibrations" cult....
An artist who collaborates with Onodera Yuuichi has a talent for ceramics and feels envious of the popularity that Yuuichi enjoys among his own pupils. Similarly, Yuuichi admires Washio's skills but a...
A mathematics instructor who teaches at the same cram school as Nanjou Sachi has been pursuing her romantically to an extreme degree, even going so far as to stalk her. This individual was one of the ...
Aikos mother belongs to the cosmo health center group and is quite strict with her daughter. she maintains a high level of control over her, sometimes resorting to physical punishment when aiko disobe...
Punpuns' friend who was with them in both elementary and middle school. She tells Harumi about her feelings for him, but later breaks up with him due to the fact that their relationship has become pub...
The owner of Shishido Heights Real Estate has a kind nature and can easily trust strangers, which often causes frustration for his daughter. Despite this, he befriends Punpun and offers him a job oppo...
Heirokus daughter. She nags at her father that he trusts other people too much....
A weird friend of Punpun and best friends with Seki. Hes not so independent and has a wild imagination. His nose seems to be running all the time....
A youngster who didn't comprehend liberty and was a friend of Punpuns during childhood. Masumi Seki is best friends with Shimizu and possesses a tough demeanor even when upset, often appearing distant...
What is Sachi's ex-husband? He has a job in television. Despite working hard to accomplish his objectives, he holds a deep disdain for those who complain without making any effort....
Punpuns mom....
Punpuns father decided not to accept a work transfer because of family reasons, which ultimately led to him being fired from his job. Despite this setback, he was unable to find employment afterwards....
An individual associated with the "Good Vibrations" group who enjoys following popular young celebrities. They assert they won't overstep from admirer to invasive follower....
Midori is a hard-working 25-year-old girl. She is a nurse that took care of Punpuns mother. She dreams of opening a cafe....
Soara Onodera is the son of Midori and Yuuichi Onodera....
Punpun's uncle is a 30-something freeter who was previously a ceramics teacher but quit due to an incident. He takes care of Punpun after his parents divorce, and women find him attractive. However, h...
A transfer student at Punpuns middle school, she possesses a peculiar practice of lifting her arms upwards before herself. Her ultimate aspiration is to enroll in university with the goal of pursuing ...
Sachi is a young woman who aims to become a manga artist. She becomes friends with Onodera Punpun and plays a significant part in his life. Although many individuals perceive her as impolite, Sachi po...
Punpuns homeroom teacher from elementary school. He is extremely neurotic....
Punpuns' friend from high school works with him at the same part-time jobs after college. Despite being boastful about his muscles and often behaving foolishly, he is not well-liked by girls due to th...
An individual associated with the "Good Vibrations" religious group who is 26 years old and works as a freelancer. Although they may not appear particularly intelligent, this person possesses a strong...
Punpuns friend from elementary and middle school. He has a natural talent for badminton....
She was one of Punpuns love interests during his high school days....
Azusa's older sister is also friends with Nanjou Sachi. She enjoys wearing animal-themed hats and sometimes has disagreements with Sachi but still cares for her deeply....
A big breasted girl that Punpun meets at the driving school while impersonating Fujikawa Takashi. Punpun has a short affair with her....
The lover of Punpun mothers....
This individual is known as the leader of the Good Vibrations cult. He is the younger son of a wealthy religious fanatic who founded the Cosmos Health Center. This person claims to be a self-proclaime...
The oldest son of the hoshikawa household, masaki, inherits all cosmos health center buildings after his father's death due to a poorly written legal will. despite being practical and not valuing thin...
Girlfriend of Mimura. They work together at their universitys goods store. She is a nice, energetic, and hardworking girl but can be clumsy at times....
An individual who is part of a religious group known as "good vibrations." they work in web design and also produce independent publications. their interests include discussing unusual objects found i...
A childhood friend of Punpun, who moved away as a child....
A member of the "Good Vibrations" cult. She is the mother of two children. Her hobby is ceramics....
Appears after Punpun says a special chant his uncle taught him. He helps Punpun with his problems. His "help" is rarely helpful, to say the least....
Pumpkin's friend is a college student who enjoys playing indoor soccer with his companions. although he has a romantic partner, at times when he consumes alcohol, he socializes with different females....
An individual affiliated with the "Good Vibrations" religious group who holds an academic position as an assistant professor at a college's agricultural studies department. This person identifies as a...
A member of the "Good Vibrations" cult. He used to be in a gang, but now, he is an honest delivery man....
A member of the "Good Vibrations" cult. She is a young girl working in a voice acting school in hopes of becoming seiyuu one day....
The taxi driver that Yuuichi encounters following his infidelity with a student in pottery class. During their ride to the shore, Yuuichi opens up about his feelings, and this conversation helps him a...