Story<br />
The storyline was incredibly romantic and filled with sadness. It started off as a cute and romantic tale, but as the manga progressed, the romance deepened, revealing a story much more profound than one might expect from its description. The plot revolves around a girl who is in love with her childhood friend, and he eventually falls for her later in the series. He goes off to war while she starts raising the family he left behind, with many heart-wrenching moments along the way.<br />
Characters<br />
The characters were exceptional in every way. They were neither unrealistic nor dull; instead, they evolved significantly throughout the series. They became fascinating, loyal, and deeply romantic figures.<br />
Enjoyment<br />
I thoroughly enjoyed this series due to its realistic plot and scenes, as well as the poignant romance that felt like any classic war story. I loved it immensely and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys manga. Even if this isn't typically their genre, I still suggest giving it a try. <p>
<p>I picked it up out of boredom, searching for a compelling read, and from the very first chapter, this manga had me completely hooked. Typically, I don't gravitate towards shoujo manga with heavy themes, but this one stood out as an exception. It struck a perfect balance with just the right amount of humor, yet there were moments so poignant they nearly brought me to tears. It wasn't your run-of-the-mill, overly cheesy shoujo manga, which made it refreshingly unique, boasting an original storyline. I awarded this manga a perfect score of 10. The narrative was captivating and emotionally resonant, feeling remarkably authentic. The artwork was superb, and I am genuinely a fan of this mangaka's style. The characters were well-developed, showcasing a range of emotions throughout the story. Additionally, I appreciated that the heroine didn't irritate me with excessive airheadedness or constant crying; instead, she exhibited real depth. In conclusion, this was an exceptional manga that I believe would appeal to a wide audience.</p>
This manga explores the relationship between a geisha and her childhood friend, who happens to be a body painter.
The moments they share are depicted beautifully, carrying a bittersweet sentiment throughout the story.
As it is a historical manga, readers also get insight into the challenges they face both as individuals and as a couple in that particular time period.
In my view, this manga was highly enjoyable overall, except for the ending, which introduced some unnecessary drama. Although these events were well-presented and the emotions were effectively conveyed, I still felt they were unwarranted.
No. If you enjoy shoujo and are willing to dive into yet another manga that sticks to the typical pattern of:
Girl falls for boy -> They become a couple -> Some obstacle arises -> Love conquers all,
then go for it. Otherwise, I'd advise passing on this one. This is the first manga I've ever rated a 1, and I'm genuinely baffled as to why it has an 8.17 (as of this review). It's painfully unoriginal. The characters lack depth and personality. The female lead is infuriatingly clueless and revolves her entire world around her husband, obsessing over him nonstop.
The sole saving grace here is the art, but even that isn't particularly impressive. Sure, the butterflies are nicely drawn, and the characters are rendered competently enough to convey what's happening, though some panels require extra effort to decipher.
Now, back to the story. The plot is abysmal. In fact, the author herself admitted at the end that she simply wanted to "introduce yet another conflict" between the two main characters. She then resorts to pulling an ending completely out of thin air—a classic deus ex machina—which caused me to drop my already low score of 3/4 down to a 1.
Skip this unless you're extremely bored, can't think of anything else to read, or happen to be someone who enjoys consuming manga that rigidly adheres to the same tired, overused formula found in countless others. Chances are, those others will execute said formula better than this one does.
Popular Reviews
The storyline was incredibly romantic and filled with sadness. It started off as a cute and romantic tale, but as the manga progressed, the romance deepened, revealing a story much more profound than one might expect from its description. The plot revolves around a girl who is in love with her childhood friend, and he eventually falls for her later in the series. He goes off to war while she starts raising the family he left behind, with many heart-wrenching moments along the way.<br />
Characters<br />
The characters were exceptional in every way. They were neither unrealistic nor dull; instead, they evolved significantly throughout the series. They became fascinating, loyal, and deeply romantic figures.<br />
Enjoyment<br />
I thoroughly enjoyed this series due to its realistic plot and scenes, as well as the poignant romance that felt like any classic war story. I loved it immensely and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys manga. Even if this isn't typically their genre, I still suggest giving it a try. <p>
The moments they share are depicted beautifully, carrying a bittersweet sentiment throughout the story.
As it is a historical manga, readers also get insight into the challenges they face both as individuals and as a couple in that particular time period.
In my view, this manga was highly enjoyable overall, except for the ending, which introduced some unnecessary drama. Although these events were well-presented and the emotions were effectively conveyed, I still felt they were unwarranted.
<p>
Girl falls for boy -> They become a couple -> Some obstacle arises -> Love conquers all,
then go for it. Otherwise, I'd advise passing on this one. This is the first manga I've ever rated a 1, and I'm genuinely baffled as to why it has an 8.17 (as of this review). It's painfully unoriginal. The characters lack depth and personality. The female lead is infuriatingly clueless and revolves her entire world around her husband, obsessing over him nonstop.
The sole saving grace here is the art, but even that isn't particularly impressive. Sure, the butterflies are nicely drawn, and the characters are rendered competently enough to convey what's happening, though some panels require extra effort to decipher.
Now, back to the story. The plot is abysmal. In fact, the author herself admitted at the end that she simply wanted to "introduce yet another conflict" between the two main characters. She then resorts to pulling an ending completely out of thin air—a classic deus ex machina—which caused me to drop my already low score of 3/4 down to a 1.
Skip this unless you're extremely bored, can't think of anything else to read, or happen to be someone who enjoys consuming manga that rigidly adheres to the same tired, overused formula found in countless others. Chances are, those others will execute said formula better than this one does.
It was terrible.