Arakure review

Vancomycin4
Apr 03, 2021
If you like 'princess and bodyguard' type romances, this series might be what you're looking next for. In my case, that was what hooked me in. But what got me turning pages from start to finish was the combination of cute romance, lightheartedness, yakuza comedy and BL subtle jokes. Not the best, not the worst, an overall enjoyable manga.

Story --
As you've probably read from the synopsis, the main character, Wakamura Sachie is taken in by her grandfather after the death of her mother. There she finds out that her grandpa is actually the boss of a yakuza clan.
Igarashi Rakuto, a boy around her age, is assigned to be her caretaker. From there the plot follows the development of their relationship. How they overcome their troubles, their insecurities, how they build up confidence and get closer to each other. It was quite the sweet, lighthearted story. Here I might add though, too lighthearted? Some challenges were overcome way too easily or so it seemed to me?

Art--
While the art is fairly good, I just couldn't help but notice some problems with how the author draws the eyes of some characters.

Character--
I liked all the characters, they were relatable, they had a message to tell. The ones standing out the most are, of course, the main character and her love interest. I was surprised to see that the girl's personality was actually befitting of her position of an yakuza princess. Strong willed and kind, she got the admiration and acceptance of everyone in her clan. She also is cutely naive and clumsy sometimes, but I felt this part was to be expected of a 15 year old. As for Rakuto, I found his character to be quite realistic as well: fitting the image of a dream caretaker, but also having realistic flaws and weaknesses. The two make a great pair and the approach to love was also fresh and clear of angst and unneeded drama.

Enjoyment--
It was funny, adorable, all in all an enjoyable and easy read.

Overall--
While I don't feel that it's a must read, it's not a waste of time either. It's a nice manga to brighten your day and I recommend it to all who like comedy, yakuza themes and shoujo manga in general.
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Arakure
Arakure
Auteur Fujiwara, Kiyo
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