Yuuta Takemoto, a second-year student at an art college, resides in a modest apartment with two older classmates—a quirky Shinobu Morita, perpetually on the verge of failing due to his frequent absences, and a responsible senior named Takumi Mayama, who mentors Takemoto. Takemoto's life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with the charming Hagumi Hanamoto and instantly falls in love. Hagumi, a prodigy in the arts, joins Takemoto's college and forms a bond with the talented pottery student Ayumi Yamada. Ayumi, familiar with the trio of roommates, conceals her affections for one of them. 'Honey and Clover' delves into themes of youth, romance, introspection, and self-discovery, illuminating the intricate relationships among these five close friends.