Machida-kun no Sekai

I grew biased against shoujo and shounen (more hate for shoujo because of my gender), but do not mistake I LOVED this manga it was pure without any bungee jumping experience where author wanted to reel you in with cheap literature tricks to get you emotionally hooked.


Story 9/10

I cannot rate is 10/10 it's great but calling this story a masterpiece is a stretch.
Now for the story element: It is a story about the kindest boy who can see people's hearts and isn't afraid to be the first one to reach out and place his trust in someone. This story is about a high school boy who doesn't discern, doesn't discriminate and doesn't judge. This is a story about boy becoming a man who for the first time in his life starts to fear of something happening in his heart, a new feeling that started creeping in from behind that he cannot find an answer to.
This is a story about a boy who is has many flaws, he is a bad athlete, bad at studying, clumsy and void of relationship discernment since he views everyone as family.
With all this the story starts off, we see the path that this young man walks on choices he takes worries he has. In this story, just like in our world people have a lot of problems happening sadly enough even if there is solution due to various reasons they are impossible for us to resolve so with all that we have this young man who comes in to the people in this world and helps them, opens those people's hearts and places light in their hearts.
This story is a mellow adventure that can make even the hardest of hearts to soften up since this story tries to show us that there almost always is a positive solution with a good outcome.
To a less poetic note: This is a story about a kind hearted boy who lacks confidence because he is bad at sports, at studying and is clumsy but due to his kind heart and unique skill he never passes by person in trouble and thus in one of the encounters he meets a troubled girl. He is oblivious to a word called romantic love, though he loves people it isn't a romantic love so in wake of this he sometimes makes people fall for him but this feeling is alien to him.
So with that said girl slowly falls for him but the boy can't answer her since he doesn't know love and thus the story starts.(Though I kinda spoiled first few chapters sorry i simply wanted to convey that there definitely is romance and that it will progress and go somewhere)


Art 6/10

The weakest point of this manga is the artistic element which actually isn't that important here but if we rate it individually it is quite on the mediocre scale. Characters are unique in their appearance but feel like good sketches rather than fully drawn characters, emotional spectrum was also quite lacking. Background, well the same as with characters a lot of primitive background with blanks.
As for panel placement and speech bubbles, up to standard (no confusion reading it).

Character 9/10

Sadly enough i already told you about our Main Lead Machida Hajime the only thing that is left to tell that this manga is concentrating on change and people (meaning makings of real people personas). You most definitely will see character growth here and not only from Hajime but from everyone, you will see how they change after our Main touches them and heals them but the biggest and the hardest growth has of course to our Main Lead who evolved to become something even better, it's a rare sight where in manga boy becomes a man simply because it's a hard transition (even though our Main Lead already is quite mature).
Supports well there are few of them or scratch that, more like everyone our hero helps out (touches), because in one way or another those who he touches change as well as they change him.


Enjoyment 10/10

I read it because i was reading a wholesome manga before this Toorigakari ni One Point Advice shite iku Type no Yankee then after reading it someone in the comment section advised to read this. Well this advice was not a miss it was perfect hit, why is that? Well both Main Leads from these mangas are very kind and loving people who shed light to this world.
Did I enjoy it? Of course 10/10 time flew by and the only feeling that was left with me after reading it is appreciation for this manga and it's author(a lot times i feel sadness), this author finished this manga when it needed to finish it didn't grow in something that scratches your heart as it goes downhill or it wasn't something that was unripe a perfect balance.

Overall 9/10

Would I advice? Definitely, even if you are discouraged by shoujo do not fret, author tried to be gender neutral in regards of desires it didn't delve deep in our gender based desire that can usually hurt opposite genders ego.

A person's charm would be hard to express just with words, but
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.

Finally I've finished reading this beautiful gem. To be honest, this manga is one of few that actually manage to portrayed how sweet and lovely, kindness can be. While it’s underrated, the manga positive and calming vibe just keep outburst like a river stream. In all honesty, i am glad that we met and , sincerely thank you both translator and as well author. Take my words, this manga deserve more attention.

Story
The story is about Machida-kun journey of his life, who is bad at sport, academic, and do not have any special feature at all. Yet he love all people deeply, every steps he venture with act of kindness, not for his sake but just because he simply love all peoples. While he still seeking any of good points of himself, little does he knows, every actions he does simply attract people to love him, more and more because he is simply kind and gentle. As such, we follow how one life can connect to each others in more than one ways.

Character
Every character in this story is pretty unique, from the family, friends , rival to someone specials. All will drawn by this kind fragrance, so gentle that it embrace all of them with nothing but sweetness of one life can be. Machida-kun is one who is outflow this, simply because he will never leave people in hard time behind. Wholeheartedly, I can say all the character is fun and enjoyable to be explored. I simply love all of them, even their weakness. After all, life is all about learning, to discover your own selves.

Art
The art is pretty common in most shoujo manga, but then again it is amazingly beautiful. I love it.

Conclusion
I would definitely recommend this manga to all of readers out there. The manga genre is more to calm, relaxing, love, live and how it fuse all of the aspect into one story. It maybe doesn’t have action packed with steam, but the calming vibe will just drawn us in one thoughts, that gentle and kindness is simply beautiful and sweet. Just like how you treasure your parents, everyone also have someone who treasures them, and if you properly look at them as your own family members, then surely the world will always look gentle to you.

Story: [10/10]
Every chapter there is a hidden lesson. If you are able to spot the lesson Machida teaches us, it makes you feel silly. Machida shows how simple it is to be a kind person. He reminds me how beautiful the world is, or can be when you look at it in a different lens. Machida's world is a heartwarming story that I would recommend to anyone who is having a bad day.

Art: [9/10]
The art matched the story perfectly. I'm not exactly an art expert, but the monologue that Machida would have and the drawings that go together with his thoughts was cleverly woven in, making the story much easier and enjoyable to read. While the art work itself isn't ground-breaking or awe-strucking, it definitely suits the story!

Character: [10/10]
I love Machida. He doesn't have this sad, edgy backstory to him that would make you empathize with him. In fact, I would say you would feel a bit envious of him! What really drives his characterization for me is his interactions with the people around him. Every interaction is impactful and meaningful, and I definitely did tear up in some scenes!

Enjoyment: [10/10]
I enjoyed this manga thoroughly. It definitely did not drag and I can't help wanting more chapters, I know that I would be entertained to no ends!

Overall: [10/10]
Machida-kun no Sekai was a fantastic read from start to finish. As the title suggests, the story was about Machida's life. The interactions between Machida and the people around him is a reminder that the world is not always as cold as it seems. Machida shows us, the readers, what it means to care for someone: be it a stranger or a family member.

Machida doesn't ask for anything in return, he simply does it because he can. His time spent with the people he meets and loves is the gift he receives and I think he knows that himself.

Machida may not be the smartest in the book, he may not be the most athletic, but he has something that not everyone has -- and that's what makes this a memorable story.

“To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.”
― Oscar Wilde

Just what is a masterpiece? Perhaps it's something that greatly affects one's thought process, or maybe for some, it's a piece of work that mesmerises them to such a degree, that they are never able to forget said creation. Machida-kun no Sekai to me, is a masterpiece, in the truest sense of the word. Why is this the case? Well, it is very simple; this is a series that I have come away from with an evolved outlook on life. After reading this, I felt as though I had become truly enamoured of the world. A sense of rejuvenation, some may call it. This manga, to a degree, has changed the way I choose to live, for the better.

Story: 10/10

This story is one that flows very well. Each chapter, we face a new scenario. And yet with each new scenario, there is familiarity. Something fascinating about Machida-kun no Sekai is that it does not follow the usual construction of a manga. The characters do not live according to the story, but rather, the story progresses through the way the characters choose to live. As such, I became infatuated with the style of the series. With each new chapter, it feels as though you are watching a great story unfold, but a story you hold close to your heart because it is not so far off from what you may perceive to be reality. In essence, this story is a heart-warming tale of a young man's love for the world, and how that allows him to venture through the motions of life while helping others attain that same balance.

Art: 10/10

In my own opinion, art is a truly relative subject. Great art for a particular series may become not-so-great art if placed upon another series. However, the art for Machida-kun no Sekai is a superb match. It is apparent that each stroke of the brush that has been put into this work has been enacted with such fine detail. And yet, that fine detail is in its own sense an oxymoron in and of itself, as it is what divulges the simplicity of the story that has been laconically imbued throughout each chapter.

Character: 10/10

While most series' are driven by their deep, complex, thrilling or often simplistically pleasing stories, this is one that is truly propelled by the characters. Machida-kun no Sekai is not something that tries too hard to be what it is not, and that's why it succeeds. How does it succeed at this? Through constantly evolving, changing, self-aware and relatable characters. Generally, if a story depicting life in it's most natural and mortal state allows one to step into the mind of its characters, one would feel much more of a resonance with that particular story. This is why this manga succeeds. Machida-kun no Sekai does not tell of a far-away tale of youth that none may ever experience in the real world, but instead of a life very close to home that many of us have lived, or at least in some sense, experienced.

Enjoyment: 10/10

Enjoyment is subjective, as it should be. However, for anyone looking for something that allows you to experience joyful slice of life elements with a touch of wisdom, this manga is a great choice. If you come into this looking for a high school tale that follows the synopsis, then I have no doubt that this series will evoke a great deal of delight from you.

Overall: 10/10

Just what is a masterpiece? For a manga to be a masterpiece, must it tick the box of becoming a 10 in each category? Must it be something profound, pretentious or critically acclaimed? To be honest, who really knows for sure? If I had to give my own interpretation of the word, I would say... a masterpiece is something that you can look at as more than just a piece of work. Something that becomes an experience, perhaps even a treasured artifact to somebody. More than anything, it is something that takes the form of an inspiration. It is not just a fleeting moment in your life, but instead, something you often remark upon, and are always consciously aware of. As to why I have chosen to give this manga the mantle of a masterpiece, that is because overall, Machida-kun no Sekai has taken that form for me. With no use of hyperboles, it is a series that I have only just completed, and as a very cynical person, I feel that I have taken a more optimistic approach to things. A truly inspiring piece of work, that is how I feel about this manga. Very rarely will you come across a manga that reminds you just why you became a fan of the medium in the first place, for me, this is one of those very, very few series'.

And so now I don't ask you, but myself: 'Just what is a masterpiece?'. Well... this, is a masterpiece.

I don't know why, but almost every chapters made me shed tears. It's not a sad story. Man, Machida-kun is such a good guy. Pure and innocent.

The story is nice. Typical slice of life. But what makes this manga amazing is the characters. Everybody are so nice. Be it Machida himself, Inohara, Machida's family. I thought this was a romance focused manga but I was wrong. It's more than that. Family, friends, divorce, hardships as mothers, siblings, your view on the world and more.

10/10. The art might irritates you sometime because it is simple, non complex drawings. Overall, I really enjoyed reading this manga. If you happened to read this review, just go and read it, right now.

The ability to touch on so many topics while keeping them unified is quite extraordinary in itself, but when that is done in a seemingly effortless way and without any unnecessary additions, you know you're in for a treat.

Story:

The story is quite continuous, with a few flashbacks neatly incorporated in the flow of the story, preceded by just the right amount of build-up before any major points take place. In itself, the story and its themes are nothing new, but rather approached in a refreshing way, allowing the reader to get more immersed in the world this manga has to offer, without having to worry about overly-done tropes or too many cliché moments. The ending was very good, didn't leave much to speculate about, and it offered a really nice closure.

Art:

I have to say the art goes really well with the story and it kept its high quality throughout the chapters. Overall, it's more on the realistic-to-cute side, pleasant and clean. Same as the story, panels are quite fluid, with certain moments depicting plot points gaining more attention when needed. Character design and their personalities mesh well together for the most part, but throughout the story we are reminded not to judge based on appearance only.

Characters:

Big strength of this manga lies in relatability, be it the lovable characters or situations they find themselves in. Variety of different, well-rounded characters guarantees you'll find at least one you can relate to on a personal level, and many more you'll recognize as realistic. The character development is slow-paced, especially for the protagonist, but it's definitely there for any major character. Overcoming one's past, fears, traumas and learning to love and appreciate oneself all over again should do it for most people. Third person perspective is skillfully intertwined with inner monologues and thoughts, giving the reader a better insight and understanding of character's reasoning and, ultimately, decisions.

Enjoyment:

This is the type of manga that leaves you with a warm feeling and a big smile. It reminds us how we're quick to take for granted seemingly normal things that we're blessed with, while others might struggle with them all alone, but also how kindness can be such a powerful weapon and how everyone deserves it. You live, laugh and learn together with the characters, and you're able to appreciate every panel. This manga is kind. Very humane and down-to-earth, soul-felt story of a person with no prejudice and a big heart.

Machida-kun no Sekai is a manga that encompasses the good and love in humanity. It is a simple tale, one about a young man and his daily hijinks helping people in need. Whether they be lost children, misguided delinquents or adults going through mid-life crises, it doesn't matter. Simplistic as it may seem, it's a good one, and reminds us all that we're all capable of kindness. This is a great manga. The art is soft, the story wholesome and Machida is just the kindest character I've ever seen in fiction. Do you want to gush and smile, or have eye-bleach after reading something like Berserk's infamously horrific scene? Well, here's a place for you.

STORY:

The story has more of an episodic nature but there is a clear main plot intertwined beautifully in between, and in a way, all these chapters tie in together in the end. The story at its core is about kindness and the power of love (all kinds of love from familial to platonic to romantic). The main premise is very simple but the execution couldn't be better.


ART:
The art is very simple but it's very cute imo and conveys the emotions outstandingly.

CHARACTERS:
The characters are what make up the story to be very frank. The author makes sure to portray the characters, even those who are bad people at first glance, from a sympathetic perspective. The character's struggles are explored in a hopeful, yet realistic way. The character development comes naturally with none of it being forced just for the sake of the story.

ENJOYMENT:
To describe the charm of the series is very hard, the characters and the story just draw you in unexplainable ways! The story is realistic but it focuses on the positive aspects of life(exactly what i need). I found it very nice to see a simple story about hope and kindness especially after consuming intense pieces of media.

OVERALL:
𝚆𝚑𝚒𝚕𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚐𝚊 𝚝𝚊𝚔𝚎𝚜 𝚘𝚗 𝚊 𝚑𝚘𝚙𝚎𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝚝𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝚒𝚝 𝚍𝚘𝚎𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚜𝚑𝚢 𝚊𝚠𝚊𝚢 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚊𝚍𝚍𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚘𝚞𝚜 𝚒𝚜𝚜𝚞𝚎𝚜 𝚒𝚗 𝚊 𝚋𝚛𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚒𝚊𝚗𝚝 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚗𝚜𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚊𝚢. 𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚐𝚊 𝚒𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚢𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚝𝚢𝚙𝚒𝚌𝚊𝚕 𝚛𝚘𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚘𝚛 𝚜𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚓𝚘, 𝚒𝚝 𝚝𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚜 𝚊 𝚐𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢 𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚑𝚞𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚢, 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎, 𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚍𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚜𝚎𝚕𝚏 𝚍𝚒𝚜𝚌𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢. 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝚐𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚖𝚎 𝚘𝚏 𝚊𝚌𝚌𝚎𝚙𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚜 𝚑𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚜𝚙𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚊𝚌𝚞𝚕𝚊𝚛𝚕𝚢 𝚝𝚑𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚏𝚏 𝚊𝚜 𝚙𝚛𝚎𝚝𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚞𝚜; 𝙼𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚍𝚊 𝚍𝚘𝚎𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚌𝚎 𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚋𝚎𝚕𝚒𝚎𝚏𝚜 𝚘𝚗 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚋𝚞𝚝 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚜 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚖 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚏𝚕𝚊𝚠𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚑𝚘𝚘𝚜𝚎𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚜𝚎𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚒𝚗 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚜.

Folks you're missing out on a very good read about a teenager named Machida who pretty much straight up helps people around him living in different situations and you know well as a reader that he loves people lol. What I like about this character is that he says downright inspiring quotes with such truth in them like e.g. "for someone to be born into this world, being born is more than enough. Worthless people don't exist even if it's little by little, it would be great to grow". Look we all need Machida in this effed up world ok? LOL

I'm really happy this isn't a typical cliche generic manga you always come across like geez I'm so tired of the unnecessary drama. Well you know what to do ladies and gents, if you're sick to death of the usual romance/slice of life/school life mangas out there. You gotta read this one in that case, as I said you're pretty much missing out on manga that gives ya positive vibes hehe.

Man this manga is something else. The story, character development and interactions, as well as the whole message behind the manga are so touching and genuine. You would sympathize with the character and experience the feelings that each chapter expresses, as well as learn a couple thing or two. The whole story of this manga is light but deep and easy to follow.

This manga is underrated and really deserves more attention for the emotion and feeling it can create while reading. The art looks pretty common among the shoujo genre, but its pretty clean. Really recommend reading this for a refreshing take on romance and life in general.