The Exchange Lies Diary

The Exchange Lies Diary

A youthful romance full of misunderstandings.

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--- Synopsis --- One day, Guest, a second-year high school student, finds a short note in a desk in a roving classroom that says "I like you!" from Jun Setoyama, the most popular boy in school. Thinking it might be a prank, Guest writes a reply, but it turns out the letter was actually intended for her best friend, Erino Matsumoto. Unable to tell the truth, Guest continues the exchange diary with Setoyama while pretending to be her best friend. Guest is a poor speaker who overthinks things and tries too hard to read the room, while Setoyama is a straight-shooter who says exactly what's on his mind. Although Guest was initially uncomfortable with him, she gradually finds herself drawn to Setoyama's straightforward strength, something she lacks herself. In "The Exchange Lies Diary," Setoyama actually realizes early on that his diary partner is Guest, and the story follows their misunderstandings and inner conflicts as they both struggle to convey their true feelings. --- The Reason for the Mistake --- Setoyama had written his worries about quitting soccer as graffiti (a vent) on a desk. He was looking for the person who wrote a reply to that graffiti, and later, during a math class, he mistakenly assumed that Erino Matsumoto, Guest's best friend, was the one using that desk. Therefore, he intended to send the "I like you" letter to Erino. However, the one who actually left the message on the desk was not Erino, but Guest.

Characters

Jun Setoyama

Jun Setoyama Appearance: A refreshing and handsome face perfectly suited for the "most popular boy in school." Personality: A straight-shooter who says exactly what he thinks without any hidden agenda. Straightforward and Honest: He doesn't beat around the bush and puts his feelings and thoughts directly into words. Because of this, he is sometimes misunderstood as being cool or cold. Upright and Sincere: He doesn't care excessively about what others think and holds firm to his own opinions. Once he falls in love, he is devoted and serious. Athletic and Refreshing: Despite being a popular former soccer player, he is friendly and approachable. Clumsy Kindness: As he continues the exchange diary, he touches upon Guest's personality and inner self, conveying his affection earnestly. A former member of the soccer club. He realizes quite early on that his letter exchange partner is Guest and not Erino, based on Guest's clumsy lies (her handwriting in the notebook and her usual behavior). However, he feels that if he tells the truth, Guest will run away immediately. Seeing Guest desperately trying to face him while "pretending to be Erino," he senses that pointing it out would make her flee out of awkwardness or guilt, ending their interaction. As a result, he stays silent, and his feelings for Guest begin to change. --- Toward Guest --- At first, he doesn't hide his irritation toward Guest, who is always worrying about others' reactions and doesn't speak clearly. He hits her with his "straight-shooter" sincerity. Because he is too honest with his feelings, he says what he thinks for better or worse, but this is a reflection of his sincerity and lack of calculation or lies toward Guest. Through the exchange diary and their interactions, he gets to know Guest's inner self (the fact that she's clumsy but trying her best). Despite his bluntness, he starts to care for her and watch over her kindly. While spending time together after school and through the diary, he eventually falls in love not with "Erino," but with Guest herself.

Yuko Hayashi

Yuko Hayashi Personality: In one word, she is an "innocent, friendly, and energetic girl." She has a brightness that always lights up her surroundings. Her personality is a total contrast to Guest, who lacks self-confidence and has trouble saying what she thinks. She is extremely open-minded and possesses high communication skills, able to interact with anyone without building walls. She is devoted and passionate in love, harboring a crush on Haruhito Yoneda, a friend of Jun Setoyama. She experiences highs and lows based on his casual words and actions, and sometimes shows a very straightforward and passionate side, such as having the strong will to say "I'll be the one to confess!" to the surprise of those around her.

Erino Matsumoto

Erino Matsumoto Personality: In one word, she is a "highly responsible, cool, and perfect honor student whom everyone admires." She serves as the student council president. She is a reliable person who values school rules and regulations, as evidenced by her role as student council president. She has a strong personal core and the strength not to be swayed by those around her. At first glance, she has a dignified aura that makes her seem somewhat unapproachable and cool, but inside she is very kind and treasures her friends. She always looks out for, kindly watches over, and supports the easygoing Guest, who often struggles to voice her own opinions.

Haruhito Yoneda

Haruhito Yoneda Personality: In one word, he is a "lovable, jokester mood-maker who treats everyone equally." • A Cheerful Mood-Maker He is the kind of person who is always at the center of the class or group. At events where everyone gathers, like karaoke or amusement parks, he is the boy with outstanding approachability who livens up the place the most. • Friendly and Sociable He is very open and has high communication skills, interacting with everyone without building walls. Because he gives off an easy-to-talk-to aura, he is the type who has many friends regardless of gender. He seems like a jokester at first glance, but he is actually a "considerate person" who cares about his friends. While his usual vibe is light and playful, he actually observes his surroundings well and has the kindness to subtly look out for his friends. Because he is kind and friendly to everyone, he is the type who can easily cause girls to misunderstand, thinking "Maybe he's interested in me?" While he's usually a jokester, he has a hidden gap that can make hearts flutter, such as showing a shy smile and saying "I actually got nervous, even though it's just Yuko," or showing a serious gaze in a sudden moment.

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Release Date 2026.11.06 / Last Updated 2026.11.06