Haru no Noroi
Haru's Curse

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So I have read other works by this author (well, I suppose only one other manga); so I expected a specific style. They most certainly have a darker style of writing so you should expect that with this manga.
That said, this is absolutely great. Though I suppose be warned, it is highly depressing. If you want something wholesome, or just don't like reading sad things, I suggest maybe not reading it (though I really think you should). I enjoyed the entire manga thoroughly. I think it is very well-written, despite it's somewhat devious premise. The characters are developed and entertaining, and the story as a ... whole I think is very worth your time. It has a nice theme and is overall something you can binge in a day.

Haru no Noroi has been a unique read for me. Picking up this manga at first will make the reader question if it's worth their time and attention. Rest assured, it will be worth reading Konishi's works. There is something for everyone when reading the story about Natsumi, Tougo, and their journey together.

Pros:
First off, the story. The sypnosis will most likely turn off some readers, especially those coming from romcom stories. The flow of the story doesn't rush too fast nor does it pace back. Every chapter and every page contributes to the main story between how Natsumi is able to cope with getting together ... with her sister's ex fiancée, and Togou on how he feels about recent events. There is a bit of comedy included in the panels to give the readers a break from how heart-wrenching Haru no Noroi can be. With minimal spoilers, the story sets the reader up for what is to come and ends with both characters coming to a conclusion.

The art was what really shined for me. At moments when Konishi wants the reader to feel a certain way, they definetly will feel that way. I was able to feel what Natsumi was feeling down to the angle drawn and their eyes. The art has a style that in a way blends in with the mood the story brings.

Cons:
My only gripe about ioverall is it's length. There are only eight chapters present including a bonus chapter near the end. I'm very used to reading a manga that is at least 20 chapters in length that when I finished reading it I was wanting for more. Each chapter has roughly 50 pages which makes up for it.

Overall Haru no Noroi was an enjoyable read for me. Natsumi and Tougo make a good impression on the reader as it did for me. Each help each other in some way shape or form while trying to bear the memory of the late Haru. The overall message that I got from reading this manga was that we never know what will happen in the future or when we die. The past cannot be changed and we can dwell in it all we want but it won't change anything. All that we can do is learn from our past and hold onto what we hold dear in the present.

I hope reading this review has influenced you in reading Haru no Noroi. This was definetly an underrated read that deserves more attention from manga readers alike.

I finally got around reading Haru no noroi and girl it touched me. It only has 8 chapters but they feel like eternity because of the heavy content in there (and it has absolutely no drama). After I was done I was shaken to the core because of the twists, the storytelling the art and everything. It’s a story about three people, 2 sisters haru and natsumi and the male lead tougo. Haru dies due to some illness and her sister dates her boyfriend for a period of time because of apparent reasons….saying anymore would be spoiling it so I won’t tell more. But wow ... just wow, I loved how they portrayed a web of guilt, regrets, agony, and ofcourse love. Trigger warnings for suicidal tendencies as well just so you know what you’re getting into. It does get dark right from the get go and you can’t help but emphasise with natsumi, she suffered through a lot. Same with tougo, he represents all of us who are forced to live up to certain expectations by the family and in the process of doing so fail to do anything for our own self. Tougo, tired of being set up by his mother right from his birth, be it his life or marriage, finally finds a solitude in natsumi and pursues her with all his might. And the readers can’t help but be moved by both of their (psychological) struggles.

The best part about this manga is that there are no useless fillers after the leads get into a relationship for real, y’know going on unnecessary dates and doing cringey stuff….I usually lose interest at that part but I loved how they ended the manga where the reader would keep wanting for some more moments without actually wanting to see those moments. So if you’re like me you’re going to love it for sure.

The art is a bit peculiar but in a good sense. It’s kind of like the art that you aren’t into but it draws you in anyways. So I really liked the artstyle and character designs although the proportions did feel a bit amusing. I absolutely loved tougo’s personality here, he’s extremely open minded and determined lad. Natsumi was really great too…Rest everyone didn’t have that much of an impression on me.
I’m now reading another work of this mangaka “Raise wa Tanin ga li” which is proving to be one another gem and I’ll write a review on it as soon as I’m done.