Blue Period 12Blue Period 12, winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize, is a compelling manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. The story follows Yatora, a popular guy who realises he's just been going through the motions to make others happy, only to discover a new passion: painting. Breaking away from all his past expectations is both dangerous and thrilling for Yatora. As he returns to campus for his second year, surprises abound.