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mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
I decided to check this one out as it is getting an anime. And also because it looks absolutely delightful.
It is a bit like Yama no Susume, just a bit less of the cute girls doing cute camping/hiking, it is a tad more realistic. In this manga we have several girls who love camping. We start off with Rin, but later Nadeshiko pops in, followed by the camping club she joins.
I have to say I liked Rin way more than I did Nadeshiko. Rin was just a bit more relatable to me with her need to be alone and enjoy something on her own. Also the fact she adored reading so much. Nadeshiko just didn't get the social cues to stop being so gung-ho about things and push herself to people. Like when Rin was just having a good time alone, camping, and suddenly there was Nadeshiko.
I had a laugh at the camping club and their room. It was just soooo tiny, and I was amazed at the fact they were still able to stand there. The camping club really seems like a club I would join. It was fun to see their activities (how to go camping in a cheap way), and later on also their camping trip.
I found out some new things about camping (like that in Japan they have a tent you can open like an umbrella and then poof it is there).
The art is beautiful, the author really has a way with drawing backgrounds. You can just imagine yourself sitting there and enjoying the view.
There is a ton of camping, gorgeous art, hilarious situations, and friendship!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
It is a bit like Yama no Susume, just a bit less of the cute girls doing cute camping/hiking, it is a tad more realistic. In this manga we have several girls who love camping. We start off with Rin, but later Nadeshiko pops in, followed by the camping club she joins.
I have to say I liked Rin way more than I did Nadeshiko. Rin was just a bit more relatable to me with her need to be alone and enjoy something on her own. Also the fact she adored reading so much. Nadeshiko just didn't get the social cues to stop being so gung-ho about things and push herself to people. Like when Rin was just having a good time alone, camping, and suddenly there was Nadeshiko.
I had a laugh at the camping club and their room. It was just soooo tiny, and I was amazed at the fact they were still able to stand there. The camping club really seems like a club I would join. It was fun to see their activities (how to go camping in a cheap way), and later on also their camping trip.
I found out some new things about camping (like that in Japan they have a tent you can open like an umbrella and then poof it is there).
The art is beautiful, the author really has a way with drawing backgrounds. You can just imagine yourself sitting there and enjoying the view.
There is a ton of camping, gorgeous art, hilarious situations, and friendship!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
roweky's review against another edition
4.0
This manga's illustration was as beautiful as the anime! It delivered so well, and some of the two-page spreads made me stop and show my partner. The story is sweet, and follows an introverted character in a really well-represented presentation. I really enjoyed this manga. :)
themitchelrowe's review against another edition
4.0
This manga's illustration was as beautiful as the anime! It delivered so well, and some of the two-page spreads made me stop and show my partner. The story is sweet, and follows an introverted character in a really well-represented presentation. I really enjoyed this manga. :)
leesliever's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
sunscour's review against another edition
5.0
About camping and places and equipment. Literally laid back, just a calm, quiet story
ximajs's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Cute, but I found some parts difficult to follow. In particular, I thought the characters looked a bit too similar.
bookishrealm's review against another edition
4.0
This was so cute! I didn't know what to expect going into this manga simply because it focused on camping. I didn't think it was going to be something that I enjoyed, but I was pleasantly surprised. I'm not an outdoors person, but for some reason all the details about associated with winter camping were really interested. The dynamic between the characters was really charming especially between Rin and Nadeshiko. I'm excited to see how their friendship will continue to develop over the course of each volume. I will admit that the pacing of the story is slow because of the content, but if you're looking for something different to check out in regard to manga I highly recommend giving this one a try.
timefliesaway's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
That was cute and quite relaxing (Iyashikei)! But also made me wanna go camping. Haven't been camping since I was 12 or sth!! :0
I imagined the story a bit differently – like, episodic adventures with them both camping together. And while it is "episodic adventures" theme, they don't actually camp each chapter. You'd think Rin is the protagonist (right girl on the cover), and while she is, there's much more from Nadeshiko's POV (left girl on the cover). Understandable, since Rin is a pro at camping, while Nadeshiko basically learns with the reader.
Although it's not exactly like I imagined it, it's still worth continuing.
Rin is more of a quiet, solo type, while Nadeshiko is very energetic. They're like hot and cold and the story is like a ping pong game between the two. But mostly slow-paced. (Which is good.)
I love all the info the reader gets. Not only about equipment, but also about all the locations they're visiting.
If you want to go camping yourself, this manga would be the best to take with. Because:
- camping info, in case you forgot or have no connection/battery
- book to read when you're bored
2 in 1.
The artstyle is like a mix of chibi and normal "manga realism" style. Really cute!
I also love how supportive Nadeshiko's sister is of her new hobby. My relatives could never :'3
It's also really cute how Nadeshiko and Rin stay in contact and update each other's adventures. Oh, and: finally some real portrayal of messaging between friends. XD
Anyways, I'll go read Volume 2 now~
-15.06.24
I imagined the story a bit differently – like, episodic adventures with them both camping together. And while it is "episodic adventures" theme, they don't actually camp each chapter. You'd think Rin is the protagonist (right girl on the cover), and while she is, there's much more from Nadeshiko's POV (left girl on the cover). Understandable, since Rin is a pro at camping, while Nadeshiko basically learns with the reader.
Although it's not exactly like I imagined it, it's still worth continuing.
Rin is more of a quiet, solo type, while Nadeshiko is very energetic. They're like hot and cold and the story is like a ping pong game between the two. But mostly slow-paced. (Which is good.)
I love all the info the reader gets. Not only about equipment, but also about all the locations they're visiting.
If you want to go camping yourself, this manga would be the best to take with. Because:
- camping info, in case you forgot or have no connection/battery
- book to read when you're bored
2 in 1.
The artstyle is like a mix of chibi and normal "manga realism" style. Really cute!
I also love how supportive Nadeshiko's sister is of her new hobby. My relatives could never :'3
It's also really cute how Nadeshiko and Rin stay in contact and update each other's adventures. Oh, and: finally some real portrayal of messaging between friends. XD
Anyways, I'll go read Volume 2 now~
-15.06.24
sarahdm's review against another edition
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Reading Notes
This manga reminded me so much of K-on. This is definitely a "Cute Girls Doing Cute Things" type of manga. There is really not a lot going on, just information, girls hanging out, and scenery. I think you either love this type of Slice of Life or completely hate it.
This manga uses a lot of full page/double page panel lay out. There are 3 just in chapter one. I think it works really well for the landscape shots.
Also every time they eat in this manga its just perfect. I know in chapter one, page 25 when Kagamihara is eating the ramen, I can just feel those panels.
Here is a link to refresh your mind: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-one-ramen-scene-3JTeXtF
And Here it is again in chapter 4 with the hot pot: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-4-hot-pot-kXpvPDg
The steam. The lines showing that its dark outside. The close up on the hands, mouth, and food. It just perfectly conveys that feeling of eating or drinking something warm when its cold outside and that cozy feeling you get. Its just perfect. Loved it so much! After reading these chapters I wanted ramen or hot pot so bad, I settled for instant ramen since hot pot is kind of pricey in my area. Would have been better if it wasn't 90 degrees outside.
The four-panel comics at the end of the chapters were cute. Very Azumanga Daioh. A lot of the humor in these chapters is very much like that manga too. (Lots of word play going on). I see that the creator's other manga is a four-panel. I think the panel layout in Laid Back Camp makes a lot of sense knowing the creator comes form four-panel. Not a lot of dynamic panel layouts. Reminds me a lot of early Yotsuba (square, non-dynamic paneling with lots of full page illustrations).
On MangaDex there are translation and travel notes with lots of info about the locations. Not sure if its in the official book too but I found this super fun to read through.
I also really like the dialog between the characters, especially when they text each other.
Here it is in Chapter 3: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-3-texting-pXC8l0m
The way that they are joking and teasing each other is really realistic dialog. Teasing banter showing that they can joke like that and still be friendly, its almost like siblings.
I like how animals (dogs) are drawn in this series. They all look so cute!
I think the only thing I don't like are the Outdoor Club chapters. They are way more slap stick and info dumping than the outdoor/camping chapters are so laid back and cozy and I just don't get that vibe when they are at school. I know they have to have events in between camping but it just kind of disrupted the flow/the mood.
Other Notes
I read the wiki for this series. Apparently the manga/anime increased tourism in the places that are featured which I thought was really cool. (Its like how figure skating viewership went up after Yuri on Ice aired).
I also saw that there is an anime and a live action! I feel like a live action could really work with this story, especially if they got to film on site for some of these locations. Though I am not sure if the food scenes would still work in live action. Manga really has a way of romanticizing food better than real life, lol. Unfortunately, I couldn't find the live action online. I might have to keep digging or maybe try out the anime.
Final Thoughts
Overall, very cute manga. Might keep reading it and might check out the live action (if I can find it!). I think my only concern is usually with this type of manga (Cute Girls Doing Cute Things) the charm usually wears off and I get bored of nothing really happening. Guess I'll see how far I get.
This manga reminded me so much of K-on. This is definitely a "Cute Girls Doing Cute Things" type of manga. There is really not a lot going on, just information, girls hanging out, and scenery. I think you either love this type of Slice of Life or completely hate it.
This manga uses a lot of full page/double page panel lay out. There are 3 just in chapter one. I think it works really well for the landscape shots.
Also every time they eat in this manga its just perfect. I know in chapter one, page 25 when Kagamihara is eating the ramen, I can just feel those panels.
Here is a link to refresh your mind: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-one-ramen-scene-3JTeXtF
And Here it is again in chapter 4 with the hot pot: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-4-hot-pot-kXpvPDg
The steam. The lines showing that its dark outside. The close up on the hands, mouth, and food. It just perfectly conveys that feeling of eating or drinking something warm when its cold outside and that cozy feeling you get. Its just perfect. Loved it so much! After reading these chapters I wanted ramen or hot pot so bad, I settled for instant ramen since hot pot is kind of pricey in my area. Would have been better if it wasn't 90 degrees outside.
The four-panel comics at the end of the chapters were cute. Very Azumanga Daioh. A lot of the humor in these chapters is very much like that manga too. (Lots of word play going on). I see that the creator's other manga is a four-panel. I think the panel layout in Laid Back Camp makes a lot of sense knowing the creator comes form four-panel. Not a lot of dynamic panel layouts. Reminds me a lot of early Yotsuba (square, non-dynamic paneling with lots of full page illustrations).
On MangaDex there are translation and travel notes with lots of info about the locations. Not sure if its in the official book too but I found this super fun to read through.
I also really like the dialog between the characters, especially when they text each other.
Here it is in Chapter 3: https://imgur.com/gallery/laid-back-camp-chapter-3-texting-pXC8l0m
The way that they are joking and teasing each other is really realistic dialog. Teasing banter showing that they can joke like that and still be friendly, its almost like siblings.
I like how animals (dogs) are drawn in this series. They all look so cute!
I think the only thing I don't like are the Outdoor Club chapters. They are way more slap stick and info dumping than the outdoor/camping chapters are so laid back and cozy and I just don't get that vibe when they are at school. I know they have to have events in between camping but it just kind of disrupted the flow/the mood.
Other Notes
I read the wiki for this series. Apparently the manga/anime increased tourism in the places that are featured which I thought was really cool. (Its like how figure skating viewership went up after Yuri on Ice aired).
I also saw that there is an anime and a live action! I feel like a live action could really work with this story, especially if they got to film on site for some of these locations. Though I am not sure if the food scenes would still work in live action. Manga really has a way of romanticizing food better than real life, lol. Unfortunately, I couldn't find the live action online. I might have to keep digging or maybe try out the anime.
Final Thoughts
Overall, very cute manga. Might keep reading it and might check out the live action (if I can find it!). I think my only concern is usually with this type of manga (Cute Girls Doing Cute Things) the charm usually wears off and I get bored of nothing really happening. Guess I'll see how far I get.
katarina_kirishiki's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
4.25
Read for for a Manga Book Club.
Really cute so far. I enjoyed the cute art and relaxing atmosphere of the chapters. Kinda makes me wanna go camping too ngl.
Really cute so far. I enjoyed the cute art and relaxing atmosphere of the chapters. Kinda makes me wanna go camping too ngl.