cute story and cute art style. This story is very slice of life where the vampire goes to the human realm to have a relaxed bath

DNF'd about three quarters of the way through. It felt like a longer series crammed into one volume. Many familiar manga storyline elements were there (normal mc that draws attention of the supernatural, supernatural being hangs around, makes and solves various problems, etc.) but it was brushed over so fast, problems solved nearly as soon as they appear, etc, it felt like I never got to really know the characters or get worried enough about what was happening in the story before there was a solution. It's sad, 'cause it seemed like it was going to be a cute, fun, light-hearted read. I would have rather read a story that went into more depth and was left unfinished then this no-substance speedrun.

A Vampire in the Bathhouse es gracioso y conmovedor, la historia sigue a un vampiro que solo quiere relajarse y a la familia que es dueña de los baños públicos donde se aloja.

Todos los personajes son adorables, me gustó mucho la dinámica de la relación de Sakura y Luka. Siento que funcionó bien como una historia autoconclusiva pero al mismo tiempo quedé con ganas de leer más sobre la vida de estos personajes.

5/5⭐

This was a really cute story. I loved the pretty art style (the vampire? GORGEOUS). I feel though that this was originally meant to be a much more lengthy story--the ending seemed rushed like 0 to 60 pedal to the metal.

First, thank you to Netgalley and the author for this advance copy!

This was a hilarious slice of life manga and works quite nicely as a standalone story with the potential for more in the future (I hope we get to see more). The characters were all funny in their own ways and there were many heartwarming moments. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to enjoy some good cozy laughs.

I got this as an arc on Netgalley and it will come out in April. This was a funny queer manga and I was fully and well entertained. Definitely recommend if you need a light read.

This is exactly what I needed! A comedic slice of life standalone manga. It was such a fun story to follow. The characters were quirky (especially Luka), sweet and the storyline was very interesting to keep me on my toes. I laughed many while Luka is trying to learn about the human world and his extreme high estime of himself was gold.
The relationship between Sakura and his little brother Umenosuke was the cutest thing, he care so much about him and want only the best. Also the found family aspect was my favorite! It was heartwarming to read.
Finally the art is beautiful, I enjoyed every second of this manga!
I'm excited to see more from this author.

This standalone manga was so hilariously heartwarming, it was so wholesome whilst being amusing and still having enough drama to keep readers on their toes.

The story follows Luka, a vampire who accidentally gets a hangover one morning and decides to spy on the human realm for entertainment, however he's quick to discover the cure and ailment to all his symptoms: Full Moon Bathhouse! Managed by responsible human Sakura, and his little brother Umenosuke, the pair are shocked when they discover an intruder soaking in their baths one evening, from there the antics just get more comical when Lukas makes a pact with Sakura, bonding the two men together for who knows how long.

I absolutely adored the art style in this manga, the expressions and dialogue was so fun to read and look at, especially when it came to Lukas learning about the human realm and Sakura being the unfortunate soul to teach and guide him. The dynamics between the flirty and forward vampire and tender yet mature Sakura fitted so well, there's hints of romance but nothing really happens, which I was kind of disappointed about.

The manga is split into six different parts, following different days/scenarios but with one overarching story, which of course has some paranormal drama mixed into it towards the end when a rival of Lukas's comes to steal the renowned bathhouse for his own demonic realm. The other characters are just amazing too, especially little Umenosuke who's the sweetest little guy, and Lukas' familiar named Penqueño who is so freaking adorable!

The final part leaves us hanging, with a cliffhanger I sorely didn't want, but once you read the epilogue it shows that off-page things get cleared up and everything is back to...normal?! So basically it all ends well, with a happy leave off that sums up the entire vibe of the manga.

5/5 🌟

This is a slice-of-life, funny, cute manga about a vampire who wants to take it easy, so he goes to a bathhouse and then just stays there, getting to know the family who runs it and the community that makes it such a special, relaxing place.

It was a good time, and the humor was up my alley. It's also beautifully drawn, and the characters have good personalities. It's the perfect manga to just unwind and have a silly little time away from reality.

Before you ask—no, this isn’t Baban Baban Ban Vampire. But this new Kodansha manga does, as the title says, follow A Vampire in the Bathhouse. The bloodsucker du jour is Luka Edelmondt Finsternis, a creature of the night who visits the human world to heal his aches and pains. In order to use his vampire magic, he bonds with Sakura, the eldest son of the Full Moon Bathhouse. And wacky hijinks ensue… including clarity on what being a vampire’s bond actually requires!

This single-volume story fills a Japanese bathhouse with paranormal creatures, yes. But it also highlights the simple pleasures of modern Japanese life. From summer festivals to sports days to (of course) bathhouses, this manga covers it all. It’s a sweet, gentle story accented by beautiful art. If you want a cozy paranormal read, this is a must.

Ok this was delightful! A fun, some hat slice of lifey manga surrounding a vampire who discovers a bathhouse and the family who owns it. Sakura and Luka have great chemistry and the banter is hilarious. The cast was funny and the plot was short and fun. I wish this wasn’t a one shot manga! I’d love to read more of this! But definitely recommended to people who want a one and done fun manga!

Thanks very much to Kodansha and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review!

It was a fun one. I'd wish there was more happening between Luka & Sakura. I know it's the first chapter, and it's Slice of Life but coooome oooon give us something!

Anyway, it was a cute little read.

I'd like to send my thanks to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for providing a free pdf version of this manga in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks to netgalley for allowing us to read this title.

What can I say about this manga... I found it very enjoyable! It's clearly the kind of story you'd want to read to forget daily life for a few moments. It's funny, cute and WTF all at the same time. You're quickly taken in by this story, which has no head or tail at first, but which gradually develops a little plot that's quite funny. We get attached to the characters, but we also smile a lot at the secondary characters in the background, who live their own lives.

The drawings are classic, but I liked the slightly “princely” moments of one character, which contrast with the rest. Mind you, the cover and title are funny, but this isn't really a romance, with no nudity or anything like that. It's just fun!

Fluffy, cute story. Cuter than I was expecting. Bits reminded me of Yuri on Ice and somewhat Spirited Away esque due to the setting. The art was really solid, loved the look of the characters.
Has a bit of found family and domestic shenanigans. And vampires are always a plus.

(Thank you to Kodansha and NetGalley for the arc)

Thank you NetGalley for the ebook, it was throughly entertaining and quite the quick read. Definitely looking forward to the next installment.

I really enjoyed this book. I would totally read more volumes of this if it came out. I enjoyed the characters and the cozy story of the bathhouse and the family that owns it.

Thank you NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the digital ARC of “A Vampire in the Bathhouse” by Niko Izuki! This was such a cute single volume manga, the cast of characters at Full Moon Baths were so fun. Basically Luka the beautiful vampire lord from the demon realm is experiencing the human realm, kinda like a foreigner on vacation in Japan, but with some magical twists. Sakura, the eldest son of the bathhouse, has a sweet deadpan personality that contrasts well with Luka’s vampire extravagance. There’s a bit of romatic flirtation, but it doesn’t go far unfortunately, since the focus of the manga is humor. The only downside is that the repeated testimonials to the power of a relaxing bath house visit left me feeling very jealous that I don’t have one to visit… If you’re looking for a funny manga with a little bit of a spooky twist I’d give this manga a go!

Thank you, NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, and Niko Izuki for this Arc in exchange for an honest review.

Final rating 3.5

I have to say that there were various parts of this manga that I found quite enjoyable. I enjoyed the characters; I found their family/friend dynamic quite adorable. There were many moments that I physically “awed” or laughed out loud to, and I found myself wanting to continue reading just to see how it would end.

To be completely honest, I found that I wasn’t very impressed by the story. That is to say, that there was no actual story present. After reading the author’s notes, I understand why, as this was never intended to be a full-length story, and it shows. I found myself disappointed with this because the synopsis states that this is a full story contained in one book. However, most of the chapters were simple one-off stories with mild connections. If you’re expecting decent world-building, you’re only going to find enough for you to say, “All right then,” and move on. If you’re expecting amazing character development, you’re not going to find that here. It ended so incredibly abruptly, that I expected there to be another volume, and felt lukewarm in the end when I realized there wasn’t one. Overall, if you enjoy slice-of-life content with mild fantasy elements and a simple story, then you will enjoy this book.

One final element of this book is the romance between Sakura and Luka. If you could call it that. It seemed more like a gag than anything and certainly like it was tacked on for fanservice. I felt like that part of the story could have been completely left out and we wouldn’t have missed it. This is unfortunate because there were various ways I saw a potential romance could have elevated the story in terms of impact.
Final verdict: if you want a quick, low-stakes read, then this story is for you. If you want something a bit deeper, then it won’t be your jam. The art is very nice though and I look forward to seeing other things the mangaka creates!

Again, thank you NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, and Niko Izuki for this Arc in exchange for an honest review.

Gave quite a few laughs, from the beginning alone. I didn't expect what happened. I'm giggling now still thinking of it. The characters were very likable. Takes place in like a small bathhouse a d the MMC is completely thrown off by the situation as I know one would be in the same situation haha it was quite a good read!

This was an enjoyable slice of life vampire story. Luka Edelmondt Finsternis is a vampire who in an attempt to cure his hangover goes to the human realm to visit the famous Full Moon Baths to attempt to restore himself. Luka ends up staying and helping the eldest son Sakura run the bathhouse and take care of his younger sibling. This was cute and a pretty contained story. I enjoyed the various adventures they went on and the different kinds of demons we were introduced to. I was expecting a little more development or discussion about the pact between Luka and Sakura though.

Overall, this was enjoyable though and if there was another volume I would probably read it.