I love Makoto Shinkai’s movies - Your Name is my favourite! So when I saw on NetGalley that I could read an e-ARC, I couldn’t contain my excitement!

I am yet to watch the movie Suzume, but this story was extremely captivating with beautiful artwork! It is a lighthearted story that also features comedy (I mean a man is turned into a chair). It was a very quick read, with the fast pace at times being confusing but in saying that, I can’t wait to read volume 2 when it is released!

Thank you NetGalley for a copy of the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 stars
This was an amazing opener for a manga. We got a solid introduction to the characters, the plot was well explained, and we already have a few very cute moments between the lead characters that have me smiling and kicking my feet, even with one of them cursed to be a chair! I hadn't heard of the movie before this, but I now very much want to watch it as I can see it becoming a favourite!

The only thing stopping me from giving it the full 5 stars is the fact our heroine was able to just afford to disappear off an an adventure and her aunt doesn't really show the worry or concern I would have expected. That felt a little off-putting to me and was a very obvious plot armour !

This manga is wonderful, with an interesting plot line and likable characters. I like how there's the mythical aspect that drives the plot in a modern setting, which is very intriguing. The doors, the worm, the Closers, Daijin, saving Japan - everything rests on a modern high school girl and a stranger she just met! It's an easy read so I'm excited for volume 2!

I heard that this manga is actually adapted from an anime so now that I've read volume 1, I'm gonna have to watch the anime film.

A faithful adaptation of the animated movie, it's very well illustrated, the panels are wonderfully translated, and overall it's just a nice way to enjoy the story of Suzume albeit in a different medium. Very excited for the second volume.

Fans of Makoto Shinkai’s film Suzume can revisit the iconic coming-of-age story in a new manga adaptation! Featuring art by Denki Amashima, this new take on the film encompasses approximately the first third of the film. We follow Suzume to her first door, the cursing of Souta, and some of their early encounters.

There are a few minor changes from movie to manga, mainly to preserve the flow of the story in a new format. If there is one issue, it’s an understandable one: some of Shinkai’s sweeping visuals and kinetic scenes become a bit odd to follow when paneled out. Even so, it’s a lovely way to revisit a beautiful story, and one that fans of the film will want in their library. Volume 1 goes on sale September 24 from Kodansha.

I have to confess something… I haven’t read Your Name and I haven’t seen the movie Suzume. I picked this up solely because of the cover. I knew nothing about the story, and I’m sooo glad that I did read this manga. The story is reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, especially Spirited Away. It was naive and innocent, and perfectly captured that childhood curiosity and magic. I don’t want to give to much away, but if you love heartwarming manga, this one may be for you. Why 4 stars? I sometimes found the panels a bit too confusing, but don’t let that stop you from reading this awesome story.

I enjoyed the movie of this so getting to read the start of the story in manga form has been great. Highly recommend.

My gratitude to the ever-generous Kodansha Comics and Netgalley for providig me an advanced copy of this volume in exchange for an honest review.

Interesting concept with a touch of action, adventure, fantasy, and youthful energy. Fresh and original as expected of Shinkai sensei. The main character, Suzume, though, he never diverts from feisty heroines.

I haven’t seen the animated film yet but having read this makes me want to rent the film this instant.

Thank you so much for letting me read this manga. This is a manga that changes between the end of the world and humorous moments.

This captivating story is a masterclass in creative storytelling, with unexpected twists and turns that kept me hooked from start to finish. I devoured it in one sitting, unable to tear myself away from the richly drawn characters and their complex, interconnected lives. The author's skillful portrayal of humanity's nuances underneath all of the impossibilities and fantastical occurrences makes the story feel authentic and relatable.

Suzume's courageous and compassionate nature shines brightly through the pages, effortlessly captivating the reader with her endearing yet resolute personality. Her journey is driven by a pull to explore the unknown, unveil hidden truths, and discover her identity beyond her loss and the confines of her familiar world. With a perfect blend of curiosity and self-awareness, Suzume embarks on an adventure that promises to open and close many doors that will undoubtedly transform life as she knows it.

As the manga is inspired by the movie Suzume no Tojimari ('Suzume's Locking Up') released in 2022, we get a completed package. With only three volumes, the series promises a satisfying and concise narrative arc, leaving me eager to continue the journey and uncover the many secrets still hidden within the story's intricate web.

I loved the film and this manga was just as great! I enjoyed how quick and fast paced it was. The artwork is stunning! Very similar to the film but I really enjoyed how much it stands out on the page. Overall the story is still just an interesting as I remember it being. I can’t wait for Vol 2 as the theme park was my favourite scene in the film and would love to know how it translates into the page!

This is a shot-for-shot adaptation of the beautiful film of the same name. It follows Suzume as she tries to save Japan from supernatural creatures that can cause massive earthquakes while they invade her realm, and only she can see them. There is a lot of heart and adventure in this title, and the whole series will be three volumes, so it's an easy purchase for libraries.

This was fun. Really weird and a little convoluted, but fun. A bizarre story about teenage Suzume meeting a stranger on her way to school. Worried she sent him to a dangerous area Suzume rushes to warn him, only to become part of a mystical situation involving a door, a key, a cat, and a wyrm. Suzume is determine to stay with the man, Souta, to help him set things right - especially after he turns into a beloved piece of her furniture. This manga is amazingly drawn, is funny and adventurous, and is really strange. I liked it.

Suzume is an exciting adventure! Suzume herself is a very fun and relatable character. As she navigates the country to help Souta save the world, she's also navigating self discoveries. I had a fun time reading the first volume of their adventure together and I'm looking forward to the coming volumes!

I have still not watched the movie so I went into this one with absolutely no idea or visions for the characters and that worked for me. The story is fast paced with no usual drama and Suzume and Shota are having one big adventure.

The illustrations are beautiful and you can go through this one in about 1-2 hrs.

I have always been a fan of Makoto Shinkai.

This manga did not disappoint. The art is so beautiful. The story is thrilling it left wanting more. I am curious about the door, key, cat, man who changed into kid's stool. Waiting for vol 2.

Makoto Shinkai truly is a magician of stories.

I haven't had the chance to watch the movie yet, but this manga adaptation is definitely making me want to!

The manga follows the story of a schoolgirl named Suzume, who accidentally discovers a strange door to another dimension. On her way to school, she meets Souta and learns about the keystone and the closers. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the two are forced to embark on an exciting journey, trying to catch a cat who is apparently the keystone and is disrupting Souta's plans!

This volume was a great introduction to the story of Suzume and Souta, and I am really excited to read more!

It's cute and all--wait, sentient chair v. god cat? Yeah, count me in.

Feels funny to call a giant vortex of chaos a slow start, but Suzume's character is so easygoing and the art is so charming that the opening chapters come across as pretty magical and serene. The familiar tropes welcomed me in - orphan girl, doing-her-best-caretaker, mysterious man on the road - and the quirky humor turned the story into a uniquely rambunctious ride with chaos and heart.

I'd most definitely recommend to fans of the webtoon Protect the Knight.

Thanks to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for giving me this advanced copy.

Firstly I have to say, Suzume is one of my favourite movies ever made, so I was super excited to get the first volume of this manga to read. It’s a beautiful and emotional story that deals with both loss and trauma while at the same time taking you on an action-packed adventure.
I was worried that it wouldn’t translate as well in manga format, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. This is still just as fun, fascinating and compelling as the movie - oh and did I mention it has a talking cat AND a talking chair!
Suffice to say, I loved this book, and will gladly buy the next instalment.

4.25 ⭐️

A wonderful tie in to the movie. I loved being able to read this, and I can't wait for the next volume.