Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 2

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You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That`s Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship. Still, despite all they`ve been through, it seems they could finally be getting together. But now, the school`s token pretty boy, Hideaki, is intent on wedging himself in between them, for reasons they can`t begin to imagine.

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A little less than what I expected........2004-11-26

I've been waiting to get this series for a long time. But when I got it, it wasn't all that I expected. But trust me, it gets better.
We are swept into the lives of the two main characters of the series, Yukino Miyazawa and Souichiro Arima, both do great in school and both are admired by their peers. In the previous book, Souichiro confessed his love to Yukino, so in the first part of this book, Yukino tries confessing her love to Souichiro. It's funny and romantic at how so many times she tries, and you'd be suprised how she finally does. In the next chapter, Yukino and Souichiro try and spend some time together with each other, but they can't because they each have some work to do {ecspecially Souicihro}. Another nice chapter that also contains some laughs. In the next chapter, another popular student at Souichiro and Yukino's school is trying to get in the way of their relationship, boy is he funny. The next chapter is a two-way communication chapter about how Souichiro and Yukino feel about each other. A very cute chapter.
The bonus manga is also cute. It reveals how Souichiro fell in love with Yukino.
This series teaches you some good life lessons. It may not be for everybody, but at least give it a try. It gets better.

Where Do We Go From Here?.......2003-08-02

Yukino and Soichiro have sparred, coming to a mutual understanding of each other. They have both seen the cracks in each others' facade of effortless perfection, but still face a long road ahead on their journey together.

Masami Tsuda has crafted the first volume of a series that could redefine shoujo manga. That said, the sudden jump to another unrelated short tale in volume 1 hints at creative discord that could unravel Kare Kano.

Where do we go from here?

In both cases, the right direction. Kare Kano volume 2 naturally progresses the relationship between Yukino and Soichiro at a pace that allows for real relationships to form. Bringing in the character of Hideaki as their foil is a classic but effective plot development that really adds to the Kare Kano universe.

Tsuba recovers from her temporary creative block and delivers another great volume. Her creativity has settled into a groove, and this edition feels a lot more natural than volume 1. The artwork has also relaxed nicely, and flows smoothly from panel to panel.

If you've read this far, chances are you own the first Kare Kano book. You've experienced the engrossing story, engaging characters and perfect blend of wit and wariness in the dialogue.

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Kare Kano: unique, interesting, and fun.......2003-07-25

Yukino always wanted to be the top student at her school, but then Soiichiro shows up and tops her score without even wanting to be the top student or so she thinks. She has tried too hard too be the best student just to get all of her class mates attention that she is not about to let someone come in and screw it up for her, there is only one problem she didn't expect that wile trying to get him back for besting her in exams she falls in love with him and soon loses the will to be the bast in class.

I love this manga Tsuda is very unique. The manga is drawn in both realistic and chibi form which helps discribe the emotions of the characters very well. In every manga so far there has been one short extra story that is just a quick little story that is fun to read. The last thing that is unique about this manga is the little things that Tsuda puts in her manga that talk a little about what she likes and how she feels when she wrote the manga, this makes the book cute and funny. The bottom line is that the book has a strong story line, realistic characters, a unique style and a couple of extras along the way. If you are a romance book fan I would recomend this book to you, if not you might as well pic up the first on to see what you think because it is still a good book.

Settling into teen romance mode.......2003-03-16

Our heroes think about why they love each other--not a lot of action, more reflection--Arima has to be one of the prettiest boys in manga. Minor conflict as we meet Hideaki, Miyazawa's rival for maybe 10 pages(he wants Arima to help him score a bunch of girls), but then he becomes a regular feature as each lover runs into him, observe the same thing about him, commenting on it in their own way(Arima's usually involves reprimands for not studying) & leaves before the other arrives. The artist's comics of her trials making the book are cute, as are all the chibi versions.

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 3

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Just like anime, but manga came first!

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 3
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1591820588
Release Date: 2003-05-06

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You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship.

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Just like anime, but manga came first!.......2003-05-13

I can't recommend Kare Kano enough! And this third book in the series is awesome! This book introduces Maho, a girl in Yukino's class who doesn't like her and knows she's the vanity queen! What's going to happen?!!(I know, but you have to read to find out, I wouldn't want to spoil it!) The anime is just like the manga, but you should watch that (It's fantastic!) and read the manga b/c the manga came first and it has extra stories!! Have fun!!

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 21

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Good End to the Manga
Wonderfully concluded

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 21
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1598168401
Release Date: 2007-01-09

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The final volume of Kare Kano is here! As graduation approaches, Yukino and Soichiro announce their happy news. Plans solidify for the coming years--college and work, family and friends, hopes and dreams, ambition and love. Which path will each relationship take? For this close-knit circle, the future is wide open!

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Good End to the Manga.......2007-02-13

After having bogged down with Arima-kun's back history concerning his parents and adoptive parents, Tsuda-sensei finally gets back to the good stuff that we love and brings back the main cast and the central supporting characters that we had come to love, but who'd been all but forgotten.

Volume 21 begins with one last tale of Asaba-kun and a girl he befriends in his senior year in high school. Then, the story switches to Arima and Yukino telling their friends and family of her pregnancy, then the gang graduating from high school. The manga ends with a super-chapter that takes place 16-years in the future and shows what has happened with all the characters in the meantime.

Yeah, Tsuda-sensei ends on a high note for sure. I loved bringing back the old gang (even if mostly they were just cameos). Having an aftermath chapter (70+ pages?) taking place 16-years in the future was a nice touch and the perfect way to wrap up the manga. Tsuda-sensei's commentaries and ending omake is a nice touch as well.

Finally, there's TokoyoPop's adaptation of this final volume. For the majority of the series run, they've opted for a more domestic approach that removed the Japanese honorifics. However, this final volume has the honorifics included and that is a welcome thing for this reviewer.

Bottom line: A long manga series, one that got bogged down for a while, but Tsuda-sensei breaks free and ends the manga on a high note.

Wonderfully concluded.......2007-01-20

The last volume of this endearing series does not disappoint like a great song or dish that you savor until the end. The warm fuzzies linger after you finish the book. Soichiro and Yukino tell their friends all about the news of the coming baby. They all discuss their plans for the future and as always the emotions of all the characters highlight the story. The epilogue which takes place 16 years in the future is such a wonderful glimpse in how all the characters have grown. Masami is to be congratulated for this wonderful series.

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 1

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Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 1
Masami Tsuda , and Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1931514798
Release Date: 2003-01-21

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Straight As, athlete and overall `Ms. Popularity,` Yukino, is the perfect student. Or at least that`s how she appears to the outside world. But when the curtains are drawn, a lazy young egomaniac lurks who will do anything and everything to be the top student in her school. Yukino finds her resolve put to the test as after years as the Idol of her class a threat emerges in the MORE perfect Soiichiro. A good-natured, studious and athletic boy he is her equal in every way but one - that behind the act is a genuine heart driven to succeed. Yukino is desperate to regain her status anyway she can, but through embarrassing flub-ups at every turn, Soiichiro remains untouched even as they find respect for one another, and maybe, after all the dust has cleared, something more.

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Awesome.......2007-10-02

Sweet, romantic manga with emotional artwork. The story is not unusual (high school romance) but it's beautifully drawn and written. I like how Tsuda varies her drawing style to reflect the characters' emotions and I liked the characters a lot.

Wow.......2007-04-08

I don't even really know where to start about this manga. This is the first manga that I ever bought, and now I have around 190 graphic novels and growing. So this must have been a good manga to have started my obsession. I now own all 21 volumes, and they're all just awesome. This is definitely a great starter manga, it will have you buying more and more. So if you have any doubts, yes, buy this!

students love.......2007-01-28

I am a high school English teacher and have found that my students really enjoy this series. It is a series that they can relate to as well as it being their first encounter with manga. My school board took a big chance letting me teach this to the students, but it has gotten them reading and they enjoy it. Great series, I love it myself and read faithfully!!!

Not Quite.......2006-12-04

Before I give this review, I just want to say, I love the Shojo manga, I love the stories, the conflicts and of course the love stories. Some how though, Kare Kano did not impress me.

I had just finished Hot Gimmick and decided to pick this up because the synopsis had potential, So I sat in the book store and read volume 1. By the time I was finished with the book, I couldn't figure out WHY I would want to read an entire series based on the most annoying character I have ever encountered.

Maybe it's because I can't relate to Yukino Miyazawa, Maybe it's because the art could use some work. Or maybe it's because this is a book for shallow people with nothing better to do than read a manga about a narcissist

Not bad, but not great.......2006-01-01

I first picked up Kare Kano with high hopes for it, as the summary of the first book made it sound like an interesting read. While reading the first volume of Kare Kano, I found it to be a decent book, despite the fact that some areas in the story were a little difficult to follow right away. However, as I began reading the next several volumes, my interest began dying out.

Instead of making the second volume as equally interesting as the first, there was almost no point whatsoever. There was a minor conflict, as mentioned in the summary, but that only lasted for about half of the book--the rest just didn't keep me that interested. A lot of things were dragged out, and many areas became hard to follow--this occurs a lot in the second volume, during several pages where there are speech bubbles all over the place, and things get a bit cluttered and confusing.

I also have to say that some of the art was very lacking in detail. I didn't really like how a lot of the characters' noses seemed to disappear in many of the pictures, and that at some angles, the characters looked totally out of proportion all together.

This story did have its good points, although it didn't keep me interested after volume eight. I'm willing to give this series another try, but its not the most promising one out there.

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 5

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Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 5
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1591821800
Release Date: 2003-09-09

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*Appeals to fans of shojo manga such as DNAngel and Fruits Basket *Basis for the hit anime series from Gainax Studios, creators of Neon Genesis Evangelion *Boy and girl approved

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It's the end of high school, and everyone is looking toward the future--especially Soichiro Arima. He's got it going on: good grades, great body, and all the popularity! However, there is much more to Soichiro than meets the eye. This model--student is plagued by inner demons, which force him to look at Yukino in a whole new light. Will he end his relationship with his one true love?

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Good Manga, but More Domesticated.......2005-03-30

In volumes 11-13 of "Kare Kano", Chrissy Schilling apparently did additional translation work and included all of the Japanese honorifics to "Kare Kano". For a title as deeply rooted in Japanese culture as "Kare Kano" is, I feel the honorifics need to be left in because it shows how the various characters relate to each other. As such, those volumes were much richer to me as a reader who enjoys learning more about Japanese culture and ways of thinking.

With volume 14, Chrissy is gone and with her the honorifics are also gone in favor of a more domesticated American approach to the translation. So while the story is still good as we learn about Arima-kun's real mother, the richness and the unique Japanese way of things are lost. To me, this is a really unfortunate thing since I find "Kare Kano" are really good series. I know some folks think that anything remotely Japanese should be removed from manga or anime, but I would not be one of these people.

As to the story, watching Yukino-san and Arima-kun continue their relationship is always a treat. Arima-kun having to work through his own darkness while at the same time having to deal with the woman who gave birth to him and abandoned him was very interesting. And Tsuda-sensei's little extra's through the manga and at the end are always a hoot.

Bottom line: another good story in the "Kare Kano" series, but the lack of honorifics removes something special from the series in my opinion.

The Real Arima?.......2005-03-05

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 13 is the beginning of the Arima Arc and we start to see a different side of Arima that he is trying to keep from Miyazawa. I love it! We finally get to see inside of Arima's head and why he works so hard!

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 11

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Masami Tsuda's Most Intense Volume Yet
A Marked Departure for TP Translations
a whole volume dedicated to Kazuma and Tsubasa

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 11
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1591824761
Release Date: 2004-09-07

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*Appeals to fans of shojo manga such as DNAngel and Fruits Basket *Basis for the hit anime series from Gainax Studios, creators of Neon Genesis Evangelion *Boy and girl approved

Kazuma is the yin to his stepsister Tsubasa's yang. Their relationship is like fire and ice. Kazuma is a famous singer loved by everyone in school...and Tsubasa has a bit of a schoolgirl crush on Kazuma! But how can a girl strike a chord with someone who is occupied with his own music 24/7?

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Masami Tsuda's Most Intense Volume Yet.......2004-10-15

I thought that if Tsuda ventured off the Arima/Miyazawa storyline that the manga might not be as entertaining. How wrong I was!

This volume lets you see some of Tsubasa's step-brother, Kazuma's, past--mostly how he became part of the band he sings for, Yin & Yang.

It also covers the relationship between Tsubasa and Kazuma-chan (as she calls him). They act more like newly-weds than their parents do. They are step-siblings, so there isn't a huge stigma with them having a romatic relationship. But it's just not something that happens all the time.

Tsuda really puts Tsubasa and Kazuma through the emotional blender. They start out considering each other "just my brother/sister". Tsubasa (whose feelings for Kazuma are really hard to pinpoint: does she care for him as a boyfriend/lover or as a brother?) starts to hate Kazuma's other love, music. But as time progresses, Kazuma's feelings for Tsubasa change and intensify.

For an invigorating read, I highly reccommend this volume. My heart wouldn't stop pounding throughout the last few chapters.

A Marked Departure for TP Translations.......2004-10-13

Volume 11 of "Kare Kano" primarily deals with Tsubasa and her new step brother Kazuma. She calls him "Kazuma-chan" and they go to the same high school as Arima and Yukino. However, the two of them are getting along so well that one would think they were the newly weds rather than his mother and her father. Kazuma finds himself falling in love with Tsubasa, something he knows shouldn't happen. She finds herself in love with him as well. However, the call of music is strong and Kazuma must decide which he loves more -- Tsubasa or life with his band.

In the first 10-volumes of the manga, TokyoPop decided to remove all of the Japanese honorifics. I disapprove because "Kare Kano" is such a Japanese title that removing the honorifics removes something special from the story. With this volume, TokyoPop has rectified that situation and at least some (if not all) of the honorifics are now included. I wish all of the manga were this way, but better late than never.

In addition to the Tsuda Diary at the end of the manga, TokyoPop has included the first part of an interview with Tsuda-sensei. I find her remarks in every chapter to be entertaining, and the interview is very insightful in seeing how she became a manga artist. It is an excellent addition and I'm glad there will be more in the future.

Bottom line: Tsubasa fans will appreciate the fact that the whole volume is dedicated to her and Kazuma-kun. I found this subplot of "Kare Kano" to be very interesting. I can't wait to see where Tsuda-sensei takes this.

a whole volume dedicated to Kazuma and Tsubasa.......2004-09-27

this volume of Kare Kano branches off from the Arima/Yukino storyline to explore Kazuma and Tsubasa, who are now step-brother and step-sister living in the same apartment. Kazuma's past is narrated, we get to know his bandmates better, and the rest of the cast pops by, briefly, to check out one of their concerts.

Kare Kano continues to be thoroughly enjoyable-- It's still the most mature and sophisticated romance manga on the shelves.

This volume also contains the first part of an interview with creator Masami Tsuda.

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 4

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One of the Shoujo Manga Classics
Smooth and filling!

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 4
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1591820596
Release Date: 2003-07-08

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One of the Shoujo Manga Classics.......2006-11-06

Unbelievably fantasic manga series! It is a must read for the accurate depiction of the inner world of teenagers. Not the teenagers as depicted by American TV and film: angst ridden, rebellious, under crippling pressure to conform, continuously chastized by adults for trying to act older than they are. The teenagers in Kare Kano are closer to what most teenagers (in my experience) are really like: responsible, totally emersed in their own world, think grades are actually important!!, and are already incorporating adult decisions into their lives.
At its heart, Kare Kano is a beautiful love story between two souls, whose tender years only adds to the poignancy of the story. Arima and Yukino's love grows from affection into a grand passion almost too overwhelming for their still maturing minds. What I love the best in this series is how in the midst of the action are 'pools' of quiet, in which the emotions of a character can be felt with such forceful purity,like the striking of a bell.

Smooth and filling!.......2003-07-15

This is NOT your typical romance. The author does a wonderful job of putting the thoughts of his main characters down. I've honestly never read a series that I've found myself so close to the changing personality of the characters. It's like looking into somebody's heart. It's so smooth. Yes, smooth is a good word. Oh, it's wonderful! And the television series is just as good!

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 20

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Volume 20: Begining of the End

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 20
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1598161830
Release Date: 2006-08-01

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Now that Reiji has revealed his true colors, Soichiro must stop him from tearing the family apart. Can Soichiro save his mother and learn the full story of his parents' past, or will he be doomed to continue their legacy of madness? More is at stake than he ever knew...and Yukino has an announcement that will change his life forever.

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Volume 20: Begining of the End.......2006-08-22

In this penultimate volume of the series, the long story of Soichiro's parents concludes. Then, a chapter is dedicated to Soichiro's adopted mother. Finally, Yukino reveals her pregnancy to her mother, Soichiro, her father (with the rest of her family), and Soichiro's adopted parents.

For the past few volumes, I felt that Tsuda-sensei had lost her way as she got bogged down in Soichiro's backstory. As a result, we lost touch with the main characters. However, she manages to bring Yukino and Soichiro back into the story as she wound down the story of Soichiro's real parents.

Chapter 96 shifted to Soichiro's mother. Since it was only one chapter, it didn't get bogged down and was interesting in that we get to see how she and Soichiro's adopted father met.

Chapter 97 returns the story to Yukino and Soichiro as the focus and this is where it became really enjoyable again for me. I liked how the pregnancy issue was dealt with -- a nice mix of humor and seriousness.

A word on the TokyoPop translation. With this volume, TP returns to the use of honorifics for the translation, which in this readers mind makes the reading of the manga more enjoyable by keeping more of the Japanese flavor. It is unfortunate to me that the majority of the series had the honorifics stripped and ignored, but I'll take it here.

Bottom line: Tsuda-sensei is wrapping up the series and finally returning the focus to Yukino and Soichiro. As such, this volume is an improvement over the previous few volumes.

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 6

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Loving
satisfying reunion

Kare Kano: His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 6
Masami Tsuda
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ASIN: 1591821819
Release Date: 2003-11-11

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*Appeals to fans of shojo manga such as DNAngel and Fruits Basket *Basis for the hit anime series from Gainax Studios, creators of Neon Genesis Evangelion *Boy and girl approved

Soichiro returns from a successful kendo tournament much to Yukino's delight. After a long summer apart, Yukino comes to realize that notices that Soichiro has matured quite a bit. This stirs up new feelings in her and makes her fall in love with him even more. However, Soichiro feels slightly confused with his deepening feelings toward Yukino and to make matters worse, he must also deal with complicated family issues.

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Loving.......2005-07-17

Soichiro comes back from hsi trip and he and Yukino's relationship grows a lot. Soichiro kisses Yukino while she's on a bench. Yukino kisses Soichiro when he runs off. Yukino and Soichiro kiss together after Soichiro is worried abotu his family. Yukino comes to Soichiro's house and they kiss together and go in bed together. This book is very romantic! I read all the volumes in order and this one was one of my favorite.

satisfying reunion.......2003-12-23

At the beginning of this book is the conclusion of how Miyazawa's parents got together. After this sweet story, it's back to our main characters. Finally, Soichiro comes back from his tournament, and he and Miyazawa are reunited. She notices how much he has matured---he's gotten taller, more serious (if that's possible), and even more mysterious than ever. He's noticed his feelings have changed too...ah why do boys have to grow up. He's no little kid anymore...but neither is she. O well. It's a fun and romantic read, but be warned it's not for kids anymore; for this reasion I gave it four stars, because I liked it better when there was the simple, sweet romance and not hot burning passion...:)

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