Kiniro Mosaic

**Kiniro Mosaic** (きんいろモザイク, *KINMOZA!*) is a japanese 4-koma manga series written by Hara Yui. It began serialisation in the February 2010 issue of Manga Time Kirara MAX.

The series was released under 11 volumes from March 2011 to April 2020. **Kiniro Mosaic: Best Wishes** was released in March 2021.

**Kiniro Mosiac** and **Kiniro Mosiac: Best Wishes** were licensed and released in english by Yen Press.

## Synopsis

Shinobu Oomiya once left Japan to participate in a homestay in England. During her time there, she became close friends with Alice Cartelet, the daughter of the family she was living with. However, when it was time for Shinobu to return to Japan, the two were able to express their sorrow despite the language barrier between them.

Five years later, now a first year student in high school, Shinobu receives a letter by air mail in a language she does not understand. This letter is penned by none other than Alice, detailing her own homestay in Japan. In fact, Alice will be attending Shinobu's high school and living with her! Alongside their friends Youko Inokuma, Aya Komichi, and Karen Kujou, the five girls attend school together and learn about what their different cultures have to offer, day after day.

## Characters

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya
* Kujou Karen
* Karasuma Sakura
* Kuzehashi Akari
* Matsubara Honoka
* Higurashi Kana
* Oomiya Isami
* Inokuma Kouta
* Inokuma Mitsuki

## Anime

The series received an anime adaptation in two seasons in 2013 and 2015, produced by Studio Gokumi.
*see: Kiniro Mosaic (Anime)*

## Volumes

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Kujou Karen

 Alice has just transferred to a school in Japan from England, and a whole world of adventures await with her new friends Shinobu, Aya, Karen, and Youko. Join the girls' daily school lives as they learn more about Japan's language and culture!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko

 While Alice and Karen have quickly gotten used to life in Japan thanks to the help of their friends, plenty of new experiences still await them--their first school festival, summer vacation, an unforgettable Japanese-style(?) Christmas party, and more! The girls are having the time of their lives in this comedy of cultural exchange, and with any luck, they might even remember to study for their exams too!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya
* Kujou Karen

 Alice, Shinobu, and the rest of the girls are entering their second year of high school...but now they're in separate classes! Can Aya cope with not having Youko by her side? And just why is Karen's new homeroom teacher, Kuzehashi-sensei, always scowling at her? It's a brand-new spring--and a brand-new opportunity for intercultural hijinks!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet

 Shinobu, Alice, and the rest of the girls might be in different classes, but their friendship is stronger than ever! From everyday chats to gardening to visiting the beach, there's plenty in store--including a trip back to England for Alice and Karen!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Komichi Aya
* Kujou Karen

 Sports Day has arrived, and the girls are getting ready to compete! Honoka, on the other hand, is focusing on how to ask Karen for her number, and it's not going well. But things might change once Shino gets involved and joins forces with her to form the Blond Alliance! Sharing their love of blond hair, the two become the best of friends...and the fiercest of rivals!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya

 The girls are headed toward their final year in high school! Whether it's Alice's first Japanese bath house visit or the fanciest low-key Christmas party ever, the fun never stops. Santa Karen also has the ultimate yuletide present for Alice...but mum's the word!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya
* Kujou Karen

 Shino and friends are about to become third-year high school students! The girls are a little uneasy about their new class, but a field trip to Nara and Kyoto awaits! Alice loves Japanese culture and should be excited about this, but...!?
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya

 The girls are back, and they're as lively as ever! Alice and Shino are fighting over pudding, Aya has a secret diary filled with poems, and Karen's challenged Youko to a duel! But with college entrance exams just around the corner...shouldn't they be studying?
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Kujou Karen

 It's another year and another summer vacation for the girls, and Karen's got everything planned out. A trip to the Kujou family cottage awaits, but Aya threatens to cancel their plans if anyone does poorly on the upcoming exam! Feeling the pressure, Karen hits the books...unlike Youko, whose misguided self-confidence just might end the whole trip before it even begins!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Alice Cartelet
* Kujou Karen

 Summer vacation is here, and while the girls just want to have fun, Aya's determined to get some studying done! College is right around the corner, and the idea of being separated from one another is enough to make anyone anx-ious about the future. But the good times they've shared aren't done yet-because once summer's over, the school festival begins, and Karen and Alice will be taking center stage!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet
* Inokuma Youko
* Komichi Aya
* Kujou Karen

 It’s the final stretch as Aya, Youko, and Karen study frantically for college entrance exams, with Alice and Shinobu cheering them on. Then it’s finally time for their graduation trip, and there’s a single destination on their map—England! Join your favorite fun-loving group of girls one last time as they make memories abroad!
 (Source: Yen Press)

* Oomiya Shinobu
* Alice Cartelet

 The girls have graduated, and spring has arrived! With Alice and Shino living in England—and Aya, Youko, Karen, Kana, and Honoka adjusting to college back in Japan—the future is fifilled with excitement and trepidation. And as their lives play out, the girls also can’t help but reminisce about their high school years. Whether together or an ocean apart, their golden days aren’t over just yet!
 (Source: Yen Press)

## Other Releases

 Yui Hara's first art book, a permanent preservation version, is finally here. In addition to recording a number of "Kiniro Mosaic" color illustrations drawn so far, valuable line drawings, manuscripts not included in books, and a collection of initial setting materials for each heroine that was "secret" until now are also posted.  Give your time!
 (Source: Amazon JP - Translated)

 "The first official guidebook has arrived with full satisfaction !! Including valuable setting materials and staff interviews, Yui Hara's manuscript making and" Mosaic Kakera "published story manga high-quality ver etc. are recorded. .. If you read this book, you will definitely be able to enjoy "KinMoza" more deeply! "
 (Source: Amazon JP - Translated)

 Includes 10 years of Yui Hara's illustration work, from "Datenshi Kanan" and earlier works to "Kiniro Mosaic" and "Wakaba\*Girl". She also recorded several newly drawn illustrations that appeared for the first time in this art book, making it one of her fans' coveted books. We will deliver it in full-color luxury specifications on all pages!
 (Source: Amazon JP - Translated)

 Introducing the official guidebook for the second season of the TV anime!! A book full of the charm of "Hello! Kiniro Mosaic" such as a large volume of cast & staff interviews, a collection of setting materials, and a super beautiful copyright illustration gallery. We will deliver it in full-color luxury specifications on all pages!
 (Source: Amazon JP - Translated)

 Drawn after 2016, This is an art book that collects color illustrations of the original "Kiniro Mosaic".  "Manga Time Kirara MAX" cover illustration and color frontispiece at the time of serialization. Furthermore, special illustrations limited to bookstores and
Valuable illustrations that could only be seen at the event, etc. A total of 109 photos have been recorded luxuriously. This is a permanent preservation version.
 (Source: Amazon JP - Translated)