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Baki-dou is an integral installment within the expansive Baki series crafted by Itagaki. It is advisable to commence your journey from the inception of the original series. Positioned as the 4th or 5th segment of the Baki saga, depending on classification, Baki-dou stands as a narrative that can be comprehended independently, devoid of prior acquaintance with its predecessors.

Baki-dou unfolds as a captivating kung-fu martial art battle series, bearing resemblance to the acclaimed Kengan Ashura. The portrayal of characters within this series is notably distinct, with fighting maneuvers meticulously depicted. Across its span of 22 volumes, Baki-dou successfully sustained my engagement, holding my attention steadfastly. Admirers ... of Kengan Ashura and Fist of the North Star are poised to find immense satisfaction within the pages of this enthralling saga.

Kono Ko Shirimasen ka?" translates to "Do you know this child?" Initially, I anticipated it might be akin to works like "Boy's Abyss" or "Eating Crab with a Snow Woman," centered around themes of escaping a small town, traveling, and ultimately leading to suicide. However, it diverged from that expectation, unfolding as a ghost story with themes of revenge. I completed all 28 chapters, and while it appears to have concluded, there's a lingering uncertainty. At times, I found the manga to evoke a sense of unease, yet it was compelling enough to maintain my interest until the end.

If you liked "Boy's Abyss" or ... "Eating Crab with a Snow Woman," you may like this.

This manga intricately narrates the tale of an unusual relationship between an 11-year-old boy named Masashi and an enchantingly beautiful older girl named Asako. Although the exact age difference eludes me—falling within the approximate range of 10 to 15 years—the narrative unfolds as a captivating blend of romance and mystery. Masashi, from the onset, finds himself irresistibly drawn to Asako, who harbors an enigmatic past with hints suggesting potential involvement in criminal activities.

The plot undergoes a significant temporal shift, portraying a major leap in time. As Masashi matures, he fervently endeavors to unveil the mysteries shrouding Asako, showcasing an unwavering commitment that persists through the ... years. This narrative choice accentuates Masashi's enduring memory and dedication to uncovering the truth surrounding Asako's enigmatic history.

The genuineness and believability of the relationship between Masashi and Asako form a poignant undercurrent throughout the storyline. Their connection resonates with authenticity, adding depth to the thematic elements of the manga.

For those who found resonance in this narrative, akin manga titles such as "Boy's Abyss" and "My Boy" may offer a similar thematic experience, exploring nuanced relationships and mysterious undertones.

I have perused the initial ten volumes of "Rent a Girlfriend," and regrettably, I found myself compelled to discontinue my engagement with the series. In the realm of romance narratives, the quintessential element lies in the portrayal of characters. However, I found the central protagonists to be markedly disagreeable and, frankly, irksome. The conduct exhibited by the primary characters is notably disrespectful, with a discernible dearth of positive attributes, particularly evident in the male lead, who appears to grapple significantly with issues of self-esteem.

Despite affording this manga ample opportunity to evolve and improve, I am disheartened to convey that it has failed to meet my ... expectations. The literary landscape is replete with superior romance manga options, and I would strongly advise against expending one's time and financial resources on this particular work. There exist more gratifying alternatives that warrant exploration, sparing readers from a potentially unfulfilling investment in "Rent a Girlfriend."

Dekoboko no Waltz translates as Uneven Waltz is a romance manga between an older woman and a younger high school student. The female teacher is almost six feet tall, and the male student is around 5' 3". Thus, the "Uneven" Waltz. Also, "Uneven" denotes the uneven relationship between the two.

Food serves as the major bridge between the two characters, as the male student is an excellent cook and frequently impresses the teacher with his cooking. Like any May-December love story, this one has to deal with moral judgment from other people. So far, I liked this manga. My rating of ... this manga may change as this is an ongoing manga.

I did not read the original novel, I only read the manga. From the manga, as a detective story “The Decagon House Murders” is quite average. Nothing outstanding, but nothing too bad either. The story starts with way too many characters at once, it was hard to track who is who at first. The characters had an alias and real name only added to the confusion. The characters became more clearly defined later. The story is similar to Agatha Christie’s “And then there were none”. If you liked "And then there were none", then you might like this one. Of course, there is ... a twist at the end, but I sort of guessed it. As a manga, the art is good. For me, it just feels like an average detective story after all.

Yukionna to Kani wo Kuu left a strong aftertaste after reading for me. Yukionna means snow woman based on Japanese folklore. The female main protagonist Ayame was called a Yukionna probably due to the mysteries surrounding her. The male main protagonist Kita and Ayame both seek death by suicide for their personal struggles. They meet in an unlikely scenario and decide to not die until they travel to Wakkanai in Hokkaido, the northernmost city in Japan, and taste the king crab.

The series is made for adults with a lot of sex scenes. Even though the overall feeling is sad for this manga, there ... are many light-hearted moments involving food. The author symbolizes food as hope for these two characters. The food scenes depicted throughout the manga will surely make you crave. The art and writing are very strong.

The whole manga has melancholy and mysterious feelings looming over it. Both characters do not reveal their secrets and the reason for wanting to commit suicide at the beginning. As they bind over the trip, gradually, they (and we) learn about their struggle, history, and tragedies. As a reader, I traveled with the characters, learned their personal stories, and became attached to them. In the end, the incredibly sorrowful histories of the two made their eventual triumph extra sweet. This is one of the best romance manga I have ever read.

Hi Score Girl is a manga made by a gamer for gamers. If you were not a gamer you wouldn’t understand many of the plots and jokes. I am a gamer, love video games, and grew up in the same period depicted in this manga. Thus, I loved this manga.

However, video game reference is not the only thing this manga offers. It is a quite good love story centered around video games. More amazingly the female protagonist does not talk at all during the entire 10-volume manga. And she is not mute. All her feeling are displayed through her facial expression and action.

Let’s ... be honest, the character art in this manga is not very good. But I was able to forgive and forget the flaw and completely enjoy it.

Efu no Shichinin roughly translates to The Seven Ninja of Efu. Efu is hard to translate, my understanding is that efu means some kind of government. This manga sets just post the sengoku era. It is very heavy on historical content and Japanese lore, making the translation of this manga very difficult. As of August 2022, there is no official English translation.

The story follows 7 people ninjas (technically none of them are real ninjas), who suffered and died from the brutality of war after Tokugawa Ieyasu united Japan. They came back as hunting spirits or ghost seeking revenge. The stories of these 7 people ... are pretty disjointed, they don’t get together until the very end. The ending seems super rushed and unfinished, I almost feel the manga was canceled. All 7 characters are interesting, but none of them got enough time to develop. There are way too many characters for a series of 10 volumes. Maybe the author was planning for a longer series at the beginning. The heavy reliance of Japanese history and lore made this manga sometimes confusing and hard to understand for non-native Japanese readers.

The art of this manga is quite good, with very detailed characters, and fight scenes are depicted very well. If I have to think of a similar series, maybe Ninja Scroll or The Blade of Immortal. There are a lot of gores and nudities which I did not mind. Overall, I like the series but it definitely could be a lot better if given more time to develop.

Koi no Tsuki by Nitta Akira is very similar to My Boy (Watashi no Shounen). Koi no Tsuki’s literal translation should be Moon (or Fortune) of Love, the English translation has been Love and Fortune. The story is about a 31-year-old woman (Wako) who falls in love with a 15-year-old high school student (Iko). Wako is unhappy with her current relationship but feels obligated to stay with her current partner. Iko moved a lot with his parents so he doesn’t have friends. The two had a serendipitous encounter at the movie theater where Wako works as a temp and quickly falls for each other. ... The story depicts their relationship, and struggle through the other people’s moral judgment.

There are some noticeable differences between this and My Boy. First, there are physical relationships between Wako and Iko. Sexual activities are depicted, but no nudity. There are lies and deceptions by Wako which made her a less wholesome character than Satoko from My Boy, but not less likable. Also, I liked My Boy’s art style a bit better.

There is no English translation yet for this Manga (May 2022), but there is a live-action TV adaptation called Love and Fortune available on Netflix. The TV adaptation is almost scene-to-scene accurate for the most part of the manga. The ending is different. The ending of the TV show chooses a more ambiguous approach similar to My Boy’s manga ending. It is open to interpretation. However, the original manga ending is more definitive and has a happier tune. For people who are less satisfied by My Boy’s ending, Koi no Tsuki’s ending is more enjoyable, at least for me. Overall, I like this one almost as much as My Boy.