Phew, rarely have I ever been this emotional over a manga. Kono Oto Tomare is about the koto, a traditional Japanese instrument. The manga (and anime) is a mix of the music, slice-of-life, and romance genres.
Why is it so good? First of all, the manga looks absolutely stunning and, for me, is one of the most beautifully drawn manga I have ever read. But above all, it shines through its fantastic characters and their incredibly well-developed backstories, which truly haunt you and don’t let go. Paired with unbelievably well-written characters, I couldn’t help but completely inhale this manga.
Everything just works for me here: the tension
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Nov 25, 2025
Tongari Boushi no Atelier
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When a fantastic setting, great artwork, a good story, and compelling characters come together, that's Witch Hat Atelier. After many recommendations, I recently read the manga, and yes, it's worth it. Fantastic world-building, wonderful, unique characters who find their strength in their interactions, and a great sense of mystery that raises many exciting and thought-provoking questions, leaving you wanting to read more. The antagonist group, I think, might not be so wrong in their views, which is why I find them so incredibly intriguing. What I absolutely love, though, is our group of protagonists, who work together brilliantly, even if they're not always harmonious. One
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Nov 25, 2025
A work I hope as many people as possible see. It's really heavy going and you should definitely only watch it if you're mentally ready for it. We see a truly beautiful romance in this work with a huge plot twist in episode 1 that becomes incredibly important for the rest of the anime. Orange brutally shows you the reality of what's going on inside a person and what certain things can do, even if they're "just" words. It shows that we should look out for each other and constantly remind ourselves to take care of ourselves.
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Nov 25, 2025
The first part of Jojo that I truly enjoyed. I learned so much about the stances and saw such cool executions here, unlike in any previous part. But the biggest plus points of this part for me are, firstly, the incredibly beautiful setting in Italy, where you can tell the mangaka put a lot of effort into it, and secondly, what I consider a fantastic, functioning mafia system that fits the main theme of the part perfectly. Then there's the mystery surrounding the main villain; you want to stay engaged until the very end and absolutely have to find out who he is. And finally,
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Nov 25, 2025
Vinland Saga
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You have no enemies.
A sentence that Vinland Saga manga clearly conveys and, over the course of the entire work, reveals the true weight of this seemingly simple sentence. As readers, we follow Torfinn's entire journey with rapt attention, understanding his actions but knowing he is acting wrongly. We then witness the transformation of a murderer, embracing the opening sentence as the guiding principle of his life, not only to atone for his crimes but also to help others. This manga imparts so many positive values, is absolutely thrilling, and introduces you to so many characters you will fall in love with. 
Sep 23, 2025
Grand Blue Season 2
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The second season picks up where the first left off: chaos, exaggerated situations, embarrassing moments, a heavy focus on alcohol, friendship, and rivalries. The humor is typically absurd, sometimes physical, often with situational comedy combined with exaggerated reactions—and that's exactly what makes Grand Blue so special. Those who liked the first season will get more of the same, and in many moments, it works very well. The dynamics between the characters are further expanded—not just as vehicles for gags, but also with small moments that show that behind the laughter sometimes lies longing, insecurity, or friendship. The newly introduced characters are also well chosen and
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Sep 23, 2025
Wind Breaker Season 2
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I was skeptical about WindBreaker at first, but as someone who's current on the manga, I can say, my goodness, this manga and especially the story are good. Haruka as the MC is not only perfect for this story, but fits perfectly into the WindBreakers district. His growth into the leadership role, despite a lot of obstacles and constantly having to confront his past, is simply fantastic. Every moment when he seems happy or even laughs for a moment is a moment of joy for me, especially for someone who has just as much trouble making friends and is often alone. He is supported by
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Sep 23, 2025
Wind Breaker
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I was skeptical about WindBreaker at first, but as someone who's current on the manga, I can say, my goodness, this manga and especially the story are good. Haruka as the MC is not only perfect for this story, but fits perfectly into the WindBreakers district. His growth into the leadership role, despite a lot of obstacles and constantly having to confront his past, is simply fantastic. Every moment when he seems happy or even laughs for a moment is a moment of joy for me, especially for someone who has just as much trouble making friends and is often alone. He is supported by
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Sep 23, 2025
Steins;Gate
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I can't say anything new about Steins Gate that hasn't already been said. This anime deserves the hype and recognition it's already receiving. The story is so unique and builds up so well that you don't understand the beginning of the story until you've seen the end. The next thing that was incredibly good for me was the interaction between Okabe and Makise. Wow, such a great dynamic, where you experience every emotion, right up to love and the mission he has at the end. But characters like Mayuri also stick in your mind. I also liked the setting of the show, whether it was
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Sep 23, 2025
Undead Unluck
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I think Undead Unluck is one of my guilty pleasures. I had a lot of fun with the first season, which was mainly due to the interaction between Fuuko and Andy. The humor they both have is really strong and made me laugh more than once. The side characters are also very good, like Juiz, Viktor, Gina and Billy, who get really good stories and moments. Gina in particular gives you two very strong and emotional episodes. The manga plot is also something so creative, which I really liked and was my favorite part of the story, with Andy's backstory and Gina. If you can
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