Story:
There isn't a specific storyline to this manga, it follows the life of 5 year old Yotsuba and her daily life. What I like about this manga is that because it's centred around Yotsuba,who is a small child and this brings back happy memories of being a younger child myself.
There isn't too much dialogue, and things are nicely spaced out so it's fresh and easy to read.
There is lots of random humour, a lot based around Yotsuba's lack of understanding (as she's still growing up and learning). Also other characters have their random outbursts too (especially her dad). So I find this manga perfect as something to lighten the mood if I had a bad day.
The little "slogan"/"motto" of this manga is very simple but has a very good meaning. "Enjoy everything"
The manga takes lots of simple everyday things and shows it to Yotsuba who still has to learn about these things.
From Greetings to Bubbles and taking pictures on a camera, seeing these through Yotsuba and her reactions to new things are fun to read about.
Art:
It's a very simple art style, which helps to create the light and happy mood.
However the background art is AMAZING at times. It looks so simple yet it feels so detailed. It really suits the feel of the manga and I think, if it was too detailed in the art, then the mood would drop a little.
I have noticed there is a slight change in the art style (comparing volume 1 to volume 11) but there isn't anything wrong with it.
Character:
Character designs are simple and rather plain but since this is a slice-of-life, I guess that's just how we are. So we can't really complain.
None of the characters are too detailed in their backgrounds and personalities, everything is pretty simple so it's easy to pick out who's who and what to expect.
Yotsuba (the main character) is really cute, I find her really funny and author did a good job of making her seem child-like.
Though I am surprised that her next door neighbours aren't annoyed that Yotsuba seems to freely go to their house and let herself in. (Maybe it's because she's 5, I'm not sure)
There isn't anything very special about the characters, they all are likeable one way or another.
Enjoyment:
Since there isn't anything "heavy" about this manga, its perfect for comfort reading or if you just need a little cheering up.
There are parts which make me laugh really loudly without meaning to, so I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Overall there is nothing I actually dislike about this manga, it's been a joy to read! I hope you enjoy it too!
