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Introduction:
Hidden gem. Is the words I would use to describe Arigatou, and the fact that this manga is rated only a 7.04 completely contradicts it's level of quality. To note the beginning chapters of this manga shows graphic depictions of sexual assault, and will have you going "what the fuck am I even reading" at times. But that being said let's move on with the review.

Story: 10
Arigatou is truly an intelligent manga which both satires and criticises Japanese society and it's culture, in terms of traditional family values, business culture, criminal justice system, obedience and submissiveness instead of conflict, (looking past the problem so everyone ... can stay happy) and their effect on the family & vice versa. This leads to the core of the story which is about a father coming back to mend his dysfunctional family which he has neglected in pursuit of his work. The absurdity of the situations this family get into is weirdly hilarious, given how dark the series can get and surprisingly has somewhat of a heart warming ending.

Characters: 8
The characters are quite realistic in terms of their personality and actions and honestly are quite funny with how self aware they can be. My personal favourite character is the father, even though he is quite stubborn, ignorant and just not the most morally good person. He still cares for his family and truly wants to help, even if it's not necessarily the best way and believes strongly in traditional values that he has to be the man of the house and solve all problems himself, not relying on society to help him.

Art: 7
Honestly the art is nothing really special, but it looks alright I guess. The character expressions are funny at times.

Enjoyment:10
Nothing much to say more I really liked it lol.

Final Verdict: 10
This is a must read manga for anyone, I would say it's most comparable to oyasumi punpun but I like this manga much more. So I guess all I can say now is please don't be turned off by the low score, this manga is special. "arigatou" for reading my review.