Bunny Drop 2badtzphotoSeptember 28 2010, 05:20:37 UTC
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen website Like a plot out of a soap opera, bachelor Daikichi Kawachi’s boringly normal life got a touch of the abnormal when he learned that his late granddad left behind a love child. And further rattling the unexpected skeleton in the closet? The ungainly, unglamorous Daikichi’s impulsive decision to take in little Rin! But as the impromptu dad and his charge learn to adapt to both one another and their very new living situation, Daikichi is plagued by thoughts of Rin’s mother. Who is she? Why has she been quiet all this time? Hot on the trail after discovering a modem at the old man’s computer-less abode, Daikichi plays detective in search for answers. But elementary school enrollment, extracurricular activities, and other parental obligations wait for no man, so when the day of confrontation with the mysterious Masato arrives, will Daikichi be prepared?!
Some points: - Another excellent volume. - Rin is at the age to start kindergarten. - Daikichi found out more about his grandfather and Rin's mother. - He seems to adjust well to the new position at the company. - I like Daikichi a lot, he seems down to earth - buying practical stuffs for Rin, table that lasts until junior high or high school. He is competent in his job and well-liked. - He does freak out a lot with all the information and responsibility. - My favorite scene of the volume is when he tried to make pig tails for Rin.
Bottom line, what a great series. Too bad it's on 6-months schedule!
From Yen website As an impromptu dad to Rin, his late grandfather’s illegitimate child, Daikichi Kawachi has experienced his share of firsts while caring for his little aunt (?). Now it’s Daikichi’s turn to battle the initial wave of separation anxiety as Rin leaves the nest…for her first day of elementary school! Rin’s elementary school isn’t the only place with new faces, either. Daikichi’s office is also inundated with first-timers, some of whom have their eyes on their gangly new coworker! And while father and daughter are experiencing (coping with?) all these firsts left and right, the first anniversary of Gramps’s death also sneaks up on the pair… as does the first anniversary of their paths crossing…
Some points: - Continue with Rin starts elementary school. - Daikichi had girl problem and he resorted to use Rin as an excuse after silently apologizing to her :) - he seems to be a decent guy and not at all like any shojo hero! It's funny when he said to himself on page 97 "... and the dude inside me's tellin' me to run for the hills!" Hilarious! - We see a bit more of Rin's mother. - Overall very pleasant and delightful read. - One tiny nitpick, on page 73, when Daikichi told Kouki "I have a little more piece of mind ..." <- shouldn't that be "peace." - I'm hoping fans will pick up the series now that it's nominated for an Eisner award and make it popular so maybe Yen will speed up the schedule a bit! 6 months gap for each volumes mean we'll see the last volume #9 in 2013.
Bottom line, a delightful volume from an awesome series. Please read :)
Bunny Drop 4badtzphotoNovember 11 2011, 07:10:41 UTC
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen Press website Having lived with his adopted daughter, Rin, for over a year now, Daikichi still considers the female mind to be far beyond his grasp! So when his cousin Haruko shows up on his doorstep with her daughter, Reina, in tow and claims to have “run away,” Daikichi is faced with navigating the twists and turns of the female psyche to get to the bottom of Haruko’s situation. And ultimately, through the perspectives of both Haruko and the other parents he meets through Rin’s school, Daikichi gradually begins to comprehend the many meanings of parenthood…
Some points: - I'm not sure if it was because I already read this in French or watched the anime. This volume isn't as interesting to me.
Japanese cover has a shade of darker purple than Yen
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen website Ten years have flown by since that fateful day when Daikichi first met Rin at his grandfather’s funeral. While Daikichi may be still much the same-though perhaps a bit balder and a few pounds heavier-the wise-beyond-her-years Rin has blossomed into a smart, capable, and well-adjusted teenager. But as the trials and tribulations of high school and adolescence descend in full force upon the pair’s cozy household, confusion plagues Rin as her relationship with her childhood friend Kouki begins to change into something different. Will Daikichi, who put his own love life on hold to take care of Rin, actually be able to provide her with the guidance she needs?!
Some points: - Time skip. Rin and the gang are in high school. - Daikichi is still a bachelor :) - Poor Kouki, he's going down a couple of notches in my book. It seems that he's interested in Rin but he doesn't know how to express it for her to accept it, I think, or maybe he's afraid of being rejected.
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen website
Like a plot out of a soap opera, bachelor Daikichi Kawachi’s boringly normal life got a touch of the abnormal when he learned that his late granddad left behind a love child. And further rattling the unexpected skeleton in the closet? The ungainly, unglamorous Daikichi’s impulsive decision to take in little Rin! But as the impromptu dad and his charge learn to adapt to both one another and their very new living situation, Daikichi is plagued by thoughts of Rin’s mother. Who is she? Why has she been quiet all this time? Hot on the trail after discovering a modem at the old man’s computer-less abode, Daikichi plays detective in search for answers. But elementary school enrollment, extracurricular activities, and other parental obligations wait for no man, so when the day of confrontation with the mysterious Masato arrives, will Daikichi be prepared?!
Some points:
- Another excellent volume.
- Rin is at the age to start kindergarten.
- Daikichi found out more about his grandfather and Rin's mother.
- He seems to adjust well to the new position at the company.
- I like Daikichi a lot, he seems down to earth - buying practical stuffs for Rin, table that lasts until junior high or high school. He is competent in his job and well-liked.
- He does freak out a lot with all the information and responsibility.
- My favorite scene of the volume is when he tried to make pig tails for Rin.
Bottom line, what a great series. Too bad it's on 6-months schedule!
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Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen website
As an impromptu dad to Rin, his late grandfather’s illegitimate child, Daikichi Kawachi has experienced his share of firsts while caring for his little aunt (?). Now it’s Daikichi’s turn to battle the initial wave of separation anxiety as Rin leaves the nest…for her first day of elementary school! Rin’s elementary school isn’t the only place with new faces, either. Daikichi’s office is also inundated with first-timers, some of whom have their eyes on their gangly new coworker! And while father and daughter are experiencing (coping with?) all these firsts left and right, the first anniversary of Gramps’s death also sneaks up on the pair… as does the first anniversary of their paths crossing…
Some points:
- Continue with Rin starts elementary school.
- Daikichi had girl problem and he resorted to use Rin as an excuse after silently apologizing to her :) - he seems to be a decent guy and not at all like any shojo hero! It's funny when he said to himself on page 97 "... and the dude inside me's tellin' me to run for the hills!" Hilarious!
- We see a bit more of Rin's mother.
- Overall very pleasant and delightful read.
- One tiny nitpick, on page 73, when Daikichi told Kouki "I have a little more piece of mind ..." <- shouldn't that be "peace."
- I'm hoping fans will pick up the series now that it's nominated for an Eisner award and make it popular so maybe Yen will speed up the schedule a bit! 6 months gap for each volumes mean we'll see the last volume #9 in 2013.
Bottom line, a delightful volume from an awesome series. Please read :)
Reply
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen Press website
Having lived with his adopted daughter, Rin, for over a year now, Daikichi still considers the female mind to be far beyond his grasp! So when his cousin Haruko shows up on his doorstep with her daughter, Reina, in tow and claims to have “run away,” Daikichi is faced with navigating the twists and turns of the female psyche to get to the bottom of Haruko’s situation. And ultimately, through the perspectives of both Haruko and the other parents he meets through Rin’s school, Daikichi gradually begins to comprehend the many meanings of parenthood…
Some points:
- I'm not sure if it was because I already read this in French or watched the anime. This volume isn't as interesting to me.
Bottom line, I still like the series, though.
Reply
Japanese cover has a shade of darker purple than Yen
Written and illustrated by Yumi Unita
From Yen website
Ten years have flown by since that fateful day when Daikichi first met Rin at his grandfather’s funeral. While Daikichi may be still much the same-though perhaps a bit balder and a few pounds heavier-the wise-beyond-her-years Rin has blossomed into a smart, capable, and well-adjusted teenager. But as the trials and tribulations of high school and adolescence descend in full force upon the pair’s cozy household, confusion plagues Rin as her relationship with her childhood friend Kouki begins to change into something different. Will Daikichi, who put his own love life on hold to take care of Rin, actually be able to provide her with the guidance she needs?!
Some points:
- Time skip. Rin and the gang are in high school.
- Daikichi is still a bachelor :)
- Poor Kouki, he's going down a couple of notches in my book. It seems that he's interested in Rin but he doesn't know how to express it for her to accept it, I think, or maybe he's afraid of being rejected.
Bottom line, I like this volume.
Reply
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