STORY: 9/10. There isn't much to the story; just another slice-of-life tale of Japanese schoolgirls. However, it's done brilliantly. There's never a dull moment, and you'll find yourself laughing out loud at the hilarious conversations these girls have and the situations they get into. There are also heartwarming moments, especially at the end. Though it could be considered somewhat cheesy, it seems like the best possible way to end the lighthearted series.
ART: 8/10. Since it's a 4koma with a new gag in every strip, most of the drawings of people are from the chest up. As a result, the designs are pretty simple and allow you to focus more on the humor. At the same time, the art is very expressive, clean, and it looks great. There are also occasional "special" strips that are set up like a regular comic, and this is where Azuma's art skill really shines. The details are lovely and not to be missed. Overall, the art does its job beautifully.
CHARACTER: 10/10. This is what makes the amazing comedy possible. Every character in this manga is well-thought-out, original, and completely hilarious. From spacey Osaka to firecracker Tomo to lecherous Kimura-sensei, they all add their own unique flavor to the manga. I'd say my favorite character, though, is Chiyo-chan's dad. You won't find a cool cat like him anywhere else.
ENJOYMENT: 10/10. Holy Cthulhu, this series is funny. The weakest of the strips will make you crack a smile, and the best ones will have you laughing out loud. This isn't your typical anime/manga humor- this is off-the-wall, unpredictable, and overall clever. It's just as enjoyable for a Westerner as a Japanese person- you won't have to understand Japanese culture to appreciate the jokes. It's totally fresh and nonstop funny.
OVERALL: 10/10. Basically, this manga is a masterpiece- and I don't throw that term around lightly. It's one of the funniest things I've ever seen, done, or eaten. You should go and pick up a copy right now. You won't regret it.
