Natsuko no Sake is a manga that's been on my list of interesting works to discover. Now I have, and I thought it would be interesting to write something about it.
The story follows Natsuko Saeki, an office worker in Tokyo who returns to her home province to take over the family sake business after her brother falls sick. This pivot in her life, from the city to the countryside and from menial work to a position of responsibility, offers a rich and nuanced perspective on the quest for personal and professional fulfilment.
What I liked about this story was its immersive quality. Akira Oze introduces
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 Alternative TitlesSynonyms: Natsuko's Sake Japanese: 夏子の酒 InformationType: Manga
Volumes: 12
Chapters: 131
Status: Finished
Published: Dec 1988 to Apr 1991
Demographic:
Seinen
Serialization:
Morning Authors:
Oze, Akira (Story & Art) Statistics Ranked: #33422 2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #15628
Members: 931
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May 28, 2022
This is a truly enjoyable story about a young woman overcoming obstacles to grow an older variety of rice and brew sake in her brother's memory. The art style is nostalgic and was very popular in the early 90s and the subject matter is well suited by the style. You will see many beautifully drawn scenes of Japanese interiors and fields, complete with strong seasonal associations like the strong light of summer or the deep snow of winter.
Although few things go smoothly, you root for our heroine, Natsuko, and you truly believe her hard work and passion is paying off. There are many typical ... |
