The release date for the English version of 'Nana, Vol. 1' by
Ai Yazawa is Dec 2005. If you enjoy this novel, it is available for buy as a paperback from Barnes & Noble or Indigo, as an ebook on the Amazon Kindle store, or as an audiobook on Audible.
Nana "Hachi" Komatsu thinks that by relocating to Tokyo, she would be able to put her turbulent past in the past and start over. Simultaneously arriving in the city is Nana Osaki, who is determined to make a major splash in the rock'n'roll industry. Despite coming from opposite origins, these two young ladies wind up becoming best friends in a world of all-night parties, sex, music, fashion, and gossip! Both ladies are looking for a unique, affordable place to live since they are eager to join into the Tokyo scene. However, it's difficult to locate affordable flats in the capital city of Japan. Thankfully, every Nana has a group of amazing pals that are eager to provide a hand. Regretfully, these pals are a bit frail!