Nisekoi: False Love, Vol. 3: What's in a Name?

Nisekoi: False Love, authored and illustrated by Naoshi Komi, first premiered in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2011. This third volume continues the central premise of the series, which explores the complicated romantic entanglements of Raku Ichijo, the heir to a yakuza family, and Chitoge Kirisaki, the daughter of a rival gang leader. The narrative is heavily rooted in the romantic comedy genre, utilizing tropes of mistaken identity and feigned relationships to create its signature blend of humor and adolescent tension.

The aesthetic of the volume reflects Komi's refined character design, which emphasizes expressive, clean linework and distinct personality traits for the primary female cast. Published by Viz Media under their Shonen Jump imprint, the English-language release was part of a strategic push to capture the international market for high-energy, character-driven manga. The series was generally well-received by readers for its visual polish and the comedic chemistry between its ensemble cast, cementing its place as a staple of early 2010s romantic comedy manga.