A review by teacher2library
Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun, Vol. 1, by AidaIro
3.0
I really wanted to like this more than I did. Alas, the problematic content overpowered the flawed (but loveable) characters for me.
The poor representation and problematic treatment of female characters in shonen is nothing new, but disappointing to see nonetheless. Throughout the series, we can't go a chapter (and usually multiple times in that chapter) without characters pointing out Nene's thick "elephant" legs and ankles. The fatphobia is really grating. Also, Nene frequently says Hanako sexually harasses her, but she likes him anyway.
The poor representation and problematic treatment of female characters in shonen is nothing new, but disappointing to see nonetheless. Throughout the series, we can't go a chapter (and usually multiple times in that chapter) without characters pointing out Nene's thick "elephant" legs and ankles. The fatphobia is really grating. Also, Nene frequently says Hanako sexually harasses her, but she likes him anyway.