Sono Koi wa Ichigo no You ni is a light-hearted romance that’s super sweet. Centered around a young woman assisting her grandfather with his strawberry farm and the gentle giant who has a farm right next door, this romance is sweeter than their strawberries.
Plot: 7/10 – This story is super cozy. There isn’t much going on outside of their relationship, but their interactions are adorable. Sarah Moritani comes to her grandfather’s strawberry farm after he breaks his leg to help him out. There she meets Minori Sugiura, the gentle giant who’s 13 years her senior. Both are painfully aware of the age gap, unsure if they are too far apart for any real feelings to develop. However, both being much too adorable for the other to ignore, the age gap quickly takes a back seat. There is some interaction with their best friends and family which is nice, but other than the friends’ relationships, not much is really explored there.
Characters: 7/10 – Sarah Moritani is a bubbly personality. She’s kind and open, not scared to speak her mind when it really matters. Minori Sugiura is the cool silent type. His face doesn’t change much, which is why Sarah doesn’t pick up on his feelings right away. Both of these characters feel believable. I really enjoyed them. The side characters have good chemistry as well. They take a bit of a back seat in this story, however, so they aren’t as in depth.
Overall, this story is short and sweet. Minori and Sarah have great chemistry together. It’s a cute love story and I really liked their dynamic. This is a light read, there isn’t much depth or conflict, so I wouldn’t recommend this if you’re looking for something more serious. But if you’re looking to smile and have a nice relaxing read, this is definitely the manga for you!
