Great chapter.
O/T. I get the footnote, but isn't this based in Japan, where society is based around public transport a lot more? Your point is still 100% correct, but i just noticed this.
Great S.O.L. manga. Really good MC with an interesting outlook on life, fun supporting characters, and gives you the insights of a library in the modern age.
I think it's because he's not preachy, he's just projecting his worldview. He's not acting like his words are gospel, but rather just explaining where he's coming from. Ishidaira is an interesting character.