Kimi ni Todoke centers around Sawako Kuronuma, a high school girl nicknamed "Sadako" due to her resemblance to the character from The Ring and the resulting misconceptions about her personality.
She is shy and longs to make friends, admiring Shouta Kazehaya, a popular and outgoing classmate who is kind to everyone.
Kazehaya's presence encourages Sawako to step outside of her comfort zone and try to connect with others, leading to friendships and new experiences.
The story follows Sawako's journey as she navigates high school life, develops relationships with her classmates like Ayane Yano and Chizuru Yoshida, and learns more about herself, all while unknowingly impacting Kazehaya in return.
Ultimately, it's a story about overcoming misconceptions, finding friendship, and the transformative power of kindness and connection.