Reviews

Having read the entire manga and watched the anime, I am so glad I chose to read and see both on a whim, a manner very like this work. That is not to say that I don't recommend it, quite the opposite. In fact, this is perhaps my favorite comedy based manga out there because it's so "out there." Arakawa Under the Bridge to me is like Monty Python's Flying Circus with its random, absurdist humor.

But I believe it's so much more, it shows the fragility of how humans act in accordance with one another and how love and friendship can heal all wounds. I know it sounds cheesy putting it those terms, but it's true. The characters are all zany in their own way and they are brilliantly written and interwoven as foils for each other. The art isn't the best, but it suits the style of the characters written. I truly don't know if this manga is for everyone, but I sure know that I was laughing out loud for minutes on end in many scenes.

I really don't want to give anything away, but just to serve as a recommendation that this manga won't disappoint as the chapters are short and the arcs are funny as they are inane in concept. It's not all humor based but the romance is tame, cute, and heartwarming with a fulfilling ending. So if you have some time, this manga will go quickly and leave you laughing and hoping for more!