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Koe no Katachi
Koe no Katachi
Koe no Katachi
Koe no Katachi review
Koe no Katachi
Apr 15, 2021
Koe no Katachi review
So... My first impression of Koe no Katachi was overall my generic reaction to the synopsis of a Slice of Life. It could go anywhere, be anything, turn out great or be something I wish I'd never read. Needless to say, what I got was not what I expected.

This manga, which I can best summarize as something along the lines of Bakuman meets AnoHana, greeted me with a punch right to the face. From the very beginning, I knew exactly what kind of manga this was going to be. Even still, I was beyond surprised by what I got.

Story: 9

While I feel the story deserves a 10, I must acknowledge that it is more or less what can be expected when one thinks of Slice of Life. That still doesn't do anything to decrease the utter risks this manga takes with its story. It goes to great bounds to reflect the countless issues that surface from bullying and the lasting effects it can have on people. Not only that, but a huge undeying message is that no matter how a person acts, there is always something beneath that facade that people would be shocked to find. Including many sensitive topics such as suicide and how fake most friendships are, this manga takes it all and throws together a beautiful tale of a young man trying to right the countless wrongs he committed in the past while trying to find what it truly means to have a "friend".

Character: 9

There isn't all that much that can be said character-wise without spoiling a great amount of the story. However, what I can say, is that each of the main cast and even some of the far lesser characters get incredible development. Obviously, there will be instances of you wanting one or two of the characters to just drop dead, because they're horrible people. But that's the brilliant thing about Koe no Katachi. Each character knows exactly who they are, and... It tied directly into who they are. I really can't say more without aforementioned spoilers, but...

Art: 9

The artwork in Koe no Katachi is very unique. It is unlike any I've seen before, and it is wholly fitting to the tone that Koe no Katachi went for. Maintaining an air of realism, which was a huge part of what made this manga, the art does exactly what it needs to and plays a huge part in evoking the emotional response that a scene calls for. While it is unique, however, it is also more or less kind of what one expects to see in a Slice of Life. I know I'm really driving that point home, but it's true.

Enjoyment: 10

While Koe no Katachi was by no means perfect, I could not stop reading. Literally. When I wasn't messaging friends or taking care of something, I was reading it. It was to the point that I finished it within seven hours. It does exceptionally well in drawing the reader in with compelling characters and brilliant writing that all go together in creating a work of art that makes you care for everything that happens to each character.

Overall: 10

As amazing as I think the manga is, I must continue to drive home the point that it is still a Slice of Life, and it goes to no great effort to hide that fact. While that isn't a bad thing, it also holds it back a bit from being something even better than what it already is.
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Yoru Koi
Seirei Gakusha Kidan Reikyou Kaden
Yomeiro Choice
Ibitsu
Ore Yome. Ore no Yome ni Nare yo
Gakuen Ouji
Gakuen Ouji
Gakuen Ouji
Gakuen Ouji review
Gakuen Ouji
Apr 05, 2021
Gakuen Ouji review
So, i'm gonna try make this review spoiler-free. but, there maybe a little spoiler and in every spoiler part i'll put SPOILER ALERT.So, don't hesitate to read this review.

I love gakuen ouji because it is really enjoyable, i mean i read every single chapter without getting bored even once. it is so funny and refreshing to read it.

Story (7/10)
For me, i like the story because i haven't seen something like this before. It is about a school dominated by girls. But there is 2 parts that i feel like stupid and not needed. (SPOILER) the first one is when this girl named seriha come to this school. She is obviously a bitch and pretended to be a nice guy. She share false rumors and all the people in this school believe it, just like any other shoujo manga. I think it is so stupid for a top model to come to this school just to bully the MC (i mean you already success girl, how stupid u can be to just come to someone elses school because ur jealous and bully someone). The second part is the ending, i think the ending was rushed and i found this problem in many other shoujo manga.

Art (7/10)
The art for me, not the best, but it is ok as long as the character looking good

Character (8/10)
I like the character in this manga. The MC is not some type of weak girl who cry all the time (this type of girl makes me wanna slap her straight in her face). The Male lead is also cute and not too cold or something. I like their love hate relationship because it makes this manga so funny and enjoyable to read.

Enjoyment (9/10)
Just like i said b4, i really enjoy this manga and can't stop reading it. I even can't sleep because i keep thinking about it when i try to sleep lol.

Overall (8/10)
Overall, i think this is a good manga and really enjoyable. I think it doesn't matter whether the story is stupid or any other thing because the most important part when u read something is u have to enjoy it.
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Crazy for You
Hagoromo Mishin
Hagoromo Mishin
Hagoromo Mishin
Hagoromo Mishin review
Hagoromo Mishin
Apr 05, 2021
Hagoromo Mishin review
"The very first snow fall always gives a special sort of feeling. It's like you're thrust into a whole different world the moment it falls."

Swan maidens are a reasonably well-established element of general mythology and Japanese theatre in particular -- notably Sagi Musume -- and while adapting mythology or fairy tales into a contemporary setting is nothing new, Hagoromo Mishin is an interesting instance of the swan maiden myth not simply adapted but integrated into a contemporary story of love, purpose, and everyday life. Kodama Yuki's sensitive yet pragmatic storytelling balances the elements carefully, allowing her to tell a quirky, unique, and compellingly fresh story that combines various familiar aspects from varying origins into something short yet remarkably memorable and enjoyable.

Hagoromo Mishin's story divides itself to cover the relationships and personal trials of each of its characters; it's a more or less ordinary approach to hashing out the various problems that arise that can be seen in pretty much any genre or demographic, but the familiar and trustworthy approach is handled expertly and allows the story to move along smoothly. The particular difficulties faced by the characters are nicely varied, allowing a ready to find familiar and relatable elements, whether it be Youichi's first love, Kutsuzawa's difficulties in measuring up to his successful mother, or Shiori's troubles sorting out her feelings when she suspects she's fallen for someone she shouldn't have. The added fantasy element Miwa contributes doesn't clash with these real-life troubles as one might expect; rather, her situation brings with it its own more-or-less relatable troubles, and the peripheral fantasy element simply adds a unique and rather cute touch to the story.

The art is consistent with Kodama Yuki's other series and overall style; reasonably simple and realistic character designs in line with the general josei approach, but attractive and appealing nonetheless. She doesn't pull any punches, either -- Youichi's plainness and Shiori's cute but fairly ordinary looks emphasize Miwa's classic Japanese beauty and make it clear why Kutsuzawa is a something of a local idol. Her style emotes well without having to go totally overboard, and it's easy to read the characters' moods and emotions as the story moves along. The backgrounds are typically simple, and many panels have no background at all; this serves to emphasize the characters in the frames and draw attention to what they portray, as well as giving the art a generally uncluttered impression.

Perhaps the biggest problem with Hagoromo Mishin -- if you can even call it a problem -- is that the attention given to each of the characters' problems throughout the duration of the single volume results in the characters coming across as slightly underdeveloped. What the reader gets is something akin to vignettes of their personalities, rather than the full picture. Nonetheless, what is portrayed is a set of likeable, if somewhat quirky, characters navigating young adulthood and contending with some very real troubles -- and some fantasy ones, for good measure. Miwa in particular is especially likeable; her unfamiliarity with common elements of daily life may lead to a variety of inconveniences, but a reader can't help but sympathize with her and maybe chuckle a bit at the outcome of her mishaps. Her personal victories endear her all the more.

Hagoromo Mishin is a sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter-sweet story with some of the traditional markings of a typical josei story, but just as many of a fairy tale. At once a slice-of-life coming-of-age story and a fantasy love story, it combines the appeal of each of its elements into a whole that has something for everyone.
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Isekai Omotenashi Gohan
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