The answer for that is simple: the manga adaptation fails to effectively tell the story. You may be curious as to why I'm focusing so much on this instead of, say, the story or the art. Not exactly a good selling point for a story whose purpose is to show normal people living a realistic, normal lives. The manga wants you to lust for the characters. The manga isn't trying to impress you with the story or the character personalities that are so aptly depicted in the anime. There is one reason and one reason only: sexualization. The issue is that the changes being made don't clarify any confusion in the story, nor do they provide any supplementary information that uplifts the story in any way. I understand making alterations in order to adapt an anime to a manga - that isn't an issue. Needless to say, this is blatant departure from the anime is an insult to Sakura Quest fans and an insult to the artistic vision of the show This is completely lost on the manga, which prefers to sexualize the characters (especially Shiori) as a means of retaining viewership. The Sakura Quest anime works to retain viewers through an exceptional story, relatable characters, and, above all else, realism. One of the Sakura Quest anime's defining traits is that it doesn't sexualize its characters. Unfortunately, this manga is an incredible disappointment. I had high hopes for this manga since it's an adaptation of my personal favorite anime. I recommend that you read the first chapters and don't give up with this manga, it is worth the time. The point of the manga is to showcase the experiences many people will have in life on a regular daily basis and the hard work needed to complete a goal no matter how simple it is. Which leads to the biggest complaint about SQ, which is that some could consider the plot boring and tedious, but those who hash out that insult often times fail to see below the surface level. all, their goal was creating a manga that could be compared with our real life. They focused on simplicity and it fits the themes and tone of the story greatly. They're ordinary people with some remarkable skills yet plagued with the same problems and fears that we all have. The characters could be considered the strongest part of this manga. A connection that creates a story strong enough to leave a lasting impact on the reader. It shows us that we don't need big fights, superpowers, or insane drama to like a story. Yoshino's surname Koharu means 'tree, wood' (木) ( ko) and 'spring' (春) ( haru).Sakura Quest is a manga that shows us the simplicity of life.The name Yoshino means 'reason, case, cause' (由) ( yoshi) and 'from' (乃) ( no).Despite her lackluster results in her first duties as queen, Yoshino decided to hold on to the crown while bringing her four new friends to help her improve Manoyama as its monarch. Although she still knew nothing about the town and its inhabitants, Yoshino was supported by Shiori, as well as three other girls she met during her work in Manoyama: Maki Midorikawa, who was seeking independence after doing many part-time jobs, Sanae Kouzuki, a Web programmer who had gone tired of the bustle in the metropolis, and Ririko Oribe, a recluse who was lured in by her interest in cryptids. Regardless, she remained attentive of any chances to return to Tokyo.Īfter becoming the queen of the Chupakabura Kingdom, she began working under Ushimatsu, doing tasks like selling thousands of manju buns and helping promote the town through a regional mascot competition. Although she refused to accept a job in a rural town, she began finding connections in Manoyama as she discovered her past as one of the visitors of the kingdom in its prime, as well as the support from Shiori Shinomiya, a fellow tourism worker. To her shock, it would involve living in the countryside and acting as the queen of a micronation called the Chupakabura Kingdom. As she slowly spent her last monthly allowance, Yoshino received a call from a previous contact that offered her a tourism-related occupation. In Tokyo, Yoshino continued to struggle in her life as a graduating student who was losing her chances in getting a job. The milestone was celebrated by allowing her to don the cape and crown usually worn by the queen and having her photograph taken with the Manoyama community.Ĭurrently, Yoshino is a fresh graduate who is interested in making it big in the bustling city of Tokyo, but is yet to get a break. At a young age, Yoshino had visited the Chupakabura Kingdom and became its 100,000th visitor.

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