Reviews

Chihayafuru, Volume 1 by Yuki Suetsugu

graviereads's review

hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

fitsee's review

emotional inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

***USING NEW RATING SYSTEM***

Story: 2/4

• The story is simple and somewhat engaging, but it lacks enough originality or depth to make it a memorable read.

Characters: 3/4

• The characters are well-developed and have clear motivations and growth.

Setting: 3/4

• The setting is well-developed, with nice details that create a clear atmosphere.

Writing: 2/4

• The writing style is clear and easy to read, with some interesting elements.

Art: 3/4

• The artwork is well-done and enhances the storytelling.

Vibes: 1/4

• I read it and liked some parts of it.

• Might not recommend it to a friend, but I enjoyed reading it.

Overall Score: 15/24

Star Rating: 3.25/5*


*- Rounded up from 3.12/5

sculpthead's review

informative tense medium-paced

4.25

pata's review

adventurous challenging funny lighthearted tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

tsumugiaoba's review

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

this was soooo cute! the art style is amazing….the power of friendship!!! 😭😭😭🥹🥹🥹🥹

seekerxr's review

emotional inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I didn't expect to like this as much as I did! I don't normally go for sports-based stuff but maybe it helps that this is probably the loosest definition of a "sport" that you can get. The kids are totally cute and wholesome and watching them bond together was very sweet, but I'm also super excited for the time skip so I can see them in high school! I can't wait to see how their relationship changes after they reunite.

I also like how the author took time to develop each of the kid's backstories a bit even just in the first volume. Chihaya's self-centered older sister (and her mom making her into a glass child just a little bit), Arata's grandfather being a Karuta master, and Taichi's overbearing mother all getting snippets that I'm sure will tie in with the story later.

All in all, I'm pumped!

robert1988uk's review

adventurous emotional hopeful lighthearted tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

mxjacknelson's review

adventurous hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

5.0

yurikaas's review against another edition

4.0

Vai sempre ter um espaço no meu coração para Chihayafuru <3

Edit: finalmente consegui ler o último capítulo!

Agora eu posso afirmar: ainda bem que decidi revisitar esse mangá.

Spoiler

Mesmo com o final corrido, fico muito feliz em ver como a história terminou . Principalmente, quando a Chihaya e o Arata ganharam a partida! Chorei bastante ao lembrar da jornada deles, o quão longe eles chegaram.

E claro, o final Chihaya x Taichi também me deixou muito contente, já que eu torcia pra eles rsrs.

Mas, também queria ter visto mais afundo o fim de outros personagens. Desde o Suo e a Shinobu, os integrantes do Mizusawa Karuta Club, o Sudo.

Espero que sejam lançados capítulos extras!

Ansiosíssima para ler o spin-off! <3

fyrekatz's review against another edition

4.0

Nice, read it for Mangathon!