Atsumare! Fushigi Kenkyuubu

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I always have a feeling that this manga is wearing a mask. It's a slice of life harem manga that doesn't feel like a harem manga, but definitely is one. Let me explain:

The story is about a highschooler named Daisuke that gets roped into the "Mystery Research Club" that looks into magic, the occult and hypnotism (one for each of the main girls). Within the club, they get into random situations that usually consist of the girls experimenting with Daisuke or testing out one of their individual "mysteries". It's all pretty lighthearted and funny, and the situations they find themselves in are usually ... more interesting than the average slice of life school comedies that are so common.

As the story progresses, more and more girls get added into the antics which is why this is a harem manga, but nothing really romantic comes out of anything. There are a few chapters where it's obvious that some of the characters are into Daisuke, but it plays more into comedy than manga which is why it doesn't occur to me that this is just harem. It's more just like a group of friends having fun, that just so happens to consist of one guy and a bunch of girls.

That all being said, the characters are pretty likable, though they do fall into their respective stereotypes. The way they break the mold is in their particular interests, which makes them a bit more interesting.

The art style is simple, but clean and fits the tone of the story pretty well.

Overall, I really enjoy this for some reason. It's a fun ride with each of the individual main characters as well as the occasional side ones. I can't explain the appeal of this very well, but check out the first few chapters to get an idea of the rest

tl:dr- seemingly average harem slice of life high school comedy that is somehow a lot more interesting than it appears to be

I agree with GGShang's assessment of this manga. It's a comedic slice of life series with a bit of romantic comedy / harem thrown in, but it's mostly about friends hanging out exploring "mysteries" whether of the supernatural, scientific, or science-related kind, such as hypnotism or optical illusions such as stage magic. It does branch out from those topic to explore other slice of life situations pretty often though, so people don't get bored. I like it because it's always fun and never stressful, and makes my day better when I read it. In that sense, it kind of feels a bit like ... a "lo-fi" manga.

It's a good way to relax rather than to be pumped up. It's by the creator of Squid Girl but is much better in terms of arts, story, and characterization, imo. A lot of cute and fun situations with interesting characters, and the chapters are breezy enough not to overstay their welcome. I recommend it for people who like relaxing manga, cute girl characters, comedy, and slice of life. Probably not for people who dislike any or all of that. I feel like it's underrated for what it is, and will probably get an Anime eventually, if they can figure out the right format for it, and get a group of creators that understand the source material well enough to make it work.

"Sometimes, the simplest stories bring the most joy" - that's Atsumare in a nutshell.

This manga was my weekly dose of humor for years, and it never failed to put a grin on my face.

Masahiro Anbe, the author, masterfully blends comedy and slice of life, creating a delightful and engaging experience. Each character is distinct and likable, adding their unique flavor to the story.

I wouldn't recommend binge-reading this manga, enjoying a few chapters at a time is the best way to savor its charm. My only gripe? This deserved an anime adaptation. Seriously, how did this gem slip under the radar?

If you're looking for a lengthy ... series with plenty of laughs along the way, look no further than Atsumare. Trust me, Masahiro Anbe's work won't disappoint.

So I haven't left a review on anything in ages. I just haven't felt like giving my thoughts on anything I've read or seen. This manga was very interesting to read. It doesn't really have a story but it does? I mean there really aren't any arcs. Basically one chapter stuff happens and it ends in the same chapter. But references are made to things that happened in past chapters. I would suggest this manga if you are just bored and don't really have anything to do. There are a lot of cute moments but it takes a bit for it to really happen. I'm ... not a big fan of how it ended but I still gave it an 8.

Ah yes. it finally ended, what a long and joyful ride it has been with Atsumare.
379 chapters hits you hard, and with many you find yourself growing up with the series
Each character had their own unique personalities and they never overpowered or contradicted another

I enjoyed this manga, it had everything a good story could offer.
-Comedy
-Mystery
-Unique Humor
-Story
-Development
... -New characters (with an impression)
etc

Atsumare is the series that lights up your day when things look grim.
Nothing bad neither excessive, just an ideal balance of originality.
The ending was...generic but I will be forgiving since it outlived the majority of manga throughout the years