Kyou no Ashura Meshi

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Synonyms: Teihen Joshi Kousei & Yankee Danshi & Obentou

Japanese: 今日のアシュラ飯

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Type: Manga

Volumes: 2

Chapters: 10

Status: Finished

Published: Dec 10, 2021 to Jan 12, 2024

Genres: Gourmet, Romance

Themes: Delinquents, School

Serialization: Young Ace UP

Authors: Nakano (Art), Yagi, Hitsuji (Story)

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Score: 6.84¹ (scored by 615 users)

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Ranked: #11762²

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Popularity: #10943

Members: 1,729

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MangaYoung Ace UPNakano (Art), Yagi, Hitsuji (Story)

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One day, Omori Shizuka, a high school girl who loves to eat and is bullied, discovers the secret that Akira Kurose, aka "Ashura-kun," the only tough yankee at school, enjoys cooking.

Akira, a delinquent guy, likes a chubby girl for who she is, but he's worried about her health cause she's eating nothing but unhealthy food. The next day at lunchtime, Akira invites Shizuka to the rooftop and asks her to eat his homemade lunch box. He starts making lunches for her so her diet gets better and their romance begins.

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Kyou no Ashura Meshi is based on a motion comic uploaded on the Manga Angel Nekooka YouTube channel since April 26, 2020.

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Mar 8, 2025

Darkzepheran

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Good light read to pass the time,

This is a sweet story between a misunderstood delinquent and a outcast chubby girl, who by fate cross paths and begin to develop an unusual relationship on their school´s rooftop. As they spend more time together, they gradually grow closer thanks to their shared passion for food.

The story is enjoyable to read, especially since both leads are likeable, cutely drawn and have a realistic backstories that you can relate to. It’s refreshing to see an uncommon type of lead like the FL, as there aren’t many manga that feature overweight characters in meaningful roles. Stories that incorporate food like ...

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Feb 14, 2025

PumpkinSpicePie

Mixed Feelings

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Being a bigger woman has always been hell, the world spits on you for existing and kicks you down if you make any attempts to be visibly happy or content in day to day life, which includes trying to find media they are favorably represented in, where they are not treated as disgusting, sexless, and the butt of the joke.

What is just as bad however is when bigger women are focused upon the same way as their thin peers, but it always ends with them getting thin at the end of the story, telling the viewer that the only way a fat woman can ...

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Feb 20, 2025

cutiejbck

Mixed Feelings

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From the very beginning the story is presented in a simple and straightforward manner. The premise is not particularly innovative: an outcast girl finds support in someone unexpected and through that relationship becomes stronger. She is abused because of her appearance, he is feared because of his fighting record. However, what stands out is the bond that forms between the protagonists through food, an element that not only serves as a connection, but also as a means of emotional expression and personal growth.

On a narrative level, the development is smooth and easy to read. With only 10 chapters, it is a quick story to consume, ... but with a coherent progression. However, the plot twist towards the end feels unnecessarily dramatic and a bit forced for the nature of the story. While clues were left behind, the execution was rushed and lacked any real impact on the resolution of the plot.

About the FL: She is a likable character, whose most prominent trait is her love for food. At the beginning, she is somewhat reckless, but over time she learns to trust herself and stay true to her ideals. Her evolution is clear, though not particularly profound.

About the ML: He is the classic “troublemaker” who actually has a kind side. His relationship with Shizuka is what motivates her to grow and change her perspective on herself.

About the antagonist: The villain of the story is perhaps the weakest point. While it initially seemed like it would follow a more classic path (a former bullying victim who repeats the cycle of violence), the plot twist was too murky and abrupt to fit into such a short story. The issues introduced are resolved too quickly and without deep reflection, which detracts from its impact.

One of the most attractive aspects of the manga is its drawing style. The aesthetics are cute and expressive, allowing the characters' emotions to be conveyed effectively. In addition, the details in the food are visually appetizing and reinforce the importance of the gastronomic element in the plot, which makes the reading an immersive sensory experience. It is a manga that leaves you hungry and eager to try the dishes that the ML cooks.

The story deals with bullying and discrimination based on looks, showing shocking scenes of cruelty towards the protagonist. A particularly strong moment is when they try to force her to eat from the floor while insulting her, which generates a great emotional impact on the plot. However, the way in which the issue of being overweight is handled is somewhat superficial. Although the importance of health is mentioned, the fact that certain problems are solved simply because the protagonist gets thinner leaves an uncomfortable feeling.

Another interesting point is the dynamic of the first antagonist, which reflects how some victims of bullying can become aggressors in an attempt to regain power. However, this aspect could have been explored in greater depth.

Conclusion: Kyou no Ashura Meshi is a light read with a good dynamic between the main characters and an excellent use of food as a narrative element. Its greatest strength is the chemistry between the characters and their expressive art, but it suffers from an unnecessarily dramatic plot twist and a hasty resolution of certain conflicts. If you are looking for a short manga, with tender moments and a theme of personal growth, it is an enjoyable option. However, if you prefer stories with a deeper development and well-grounded twists, it may fall short.

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