My name is Ayumi Inoue, 18 years old, and I just wanted to know something about guys.

See, there is this guy named Minju. We have been friends since 5th grade and I really like him. But my problem is that I don't know what he thinks of me. I think he likes me, but I'm not sure. We hang out a LOT. We go places, we even visit each others' house sometimes. I feel like our friendship should really be a relationship...a real connection. But it seems like he just hangs back. Any help here???

If your guy friend is the same age as you are, it could be that he is simply not ready for more in your relationship, or any relationship other than friend right now.