Machikado Mazoku
The Demon Girl Next Door

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Machikado Mazoku is a very light and cute ongoing 4Koma (this is written as of 63 chapters released). I began reading it after enjoying the anime, and it is very similar in terms of tone.

The story initially concerns our MC, Yuko, a high school who has suddenly awakened her dark clan powers and desires to best the neighbourhood magical girl to drain her blood and break the curse upon her family. However, this plot, and many of the subsequent conflicts, is resolved rather quickly. In fact, some problems that the characters encounter are introduced and finished within the span of a few chapters. There is ... an overarching plot that is introduced later on, but it often takes backseat to whatever immediate short term drama is happening.

The art is incredibly cute, but can be rather simple, and the characters all seem to have near-identical faces. Fortunately, they are individuated by distinct motifs in their clothing and hair. The 4Koma format is rather limiting as all panels are necessarily the same size, so you don't get any dynamic spreads or large panels that focus on particular detail or action.

The main characters are rather likable, and they are given interesting backgrounds of varying depth. But the series does a good job of introducing them and feeding the reader info as you get to know the characters instead of just exposition dumping.

The series is a comedy, and a lot of the humor is derived from exaggerated character traits (Yuko is weak and dumb, Mikan is obsessed with citrus, Momo is strong and deadpan, etc.) as well as silly facial expressions and bizarre situations. There are serious moments and some melodrama, but it never gets stuck in it and always finds a comedic exit. I found it rather funny and enjoyable, just don't expect any sharp or biting wit.

Overall, it's a very light read with cute art, likable characters, and silly humor. Very easy to pick up and put down, and I found it quite enjoyable.