This is the manga for the movie Suzume, by the same writer and director of the anime movie Your Name.

The art is by a different artist, so you can kind of see that the style is different from the movie, but the story is the same. A girl named Suzume meets a mysterious man who asks for directions, and after leading him to an abandoned onsen, she goes back for him and sees a giant worm causing an earthquake.

The premise is kind of crazy as I write it, but so far it’s a charming story with good people and Suzume isn’t just along for the ride, but seems to have her own reasons and strong determination for helping the man. Would recommend if you liked Your Name or heartwarming anime movies with some danger.

To be honest, so far I think the anime is actually made better than the mange. Nevertheless it's an interesting story with unique characters!

I went to the cinema the day of the movies release and loved it, so I was very excited to see its being turned into a manga series.

This was a lot of fun to read, I think I would have preferred some harsher lines and changing up some of the formats for the panels but over all I think it carried over a lot of key elements and plot points of the film.

As someone who enjoyed the movie a decent amount, I obviously had a good time with this! I liked the art and thought that this was a good adaptation of the movie. It's a bit hard to judge the plot of this, since it's really only a third of the overall story, but so far I am having a good time. Super excited to read the next volume when it comes out this fall!

I read this book through NetGalley.

Thank you NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, Vertical Comics, Makoto Shinkai, and Denki Amashima for providing me with an early copy of Suzume Volume 1.

I have not seen the movie, so I went into this volume blind.

Volume 1 of the Suzume is a lighthearted, at times comical (a man is turned into a chair) manga, that foreshadows a deeper, heavier story waiting in the next volumes. This manga centers around a high school girl, Suzume, and a "Closer" named Souta. Souta travels Japan searching for magic doors to close in order to prevent disasters (mudslides, earthquakes, etc.).

The pacing in this volume is a bit jittery. At the beginning, we're following Suzume as she's running around, so while the fast pace makes sense, it left me a bit confused at times. This is only volume 1, so I can't say how all of the little stories around the main goal will factor in. My only real concern is Souta's age (it isn't revealed, but he does act older) if there happens to be any actual romance (not just a crush) between the two leads.

Overall, it's a quick, enjoyable read.

I have seen Suzume online and I loved every second of it. Having this in reading format makes me so happy and again loved every moment. Such a great manga.

I found the art to be well done and the storyline to be well-crafted. This manga really hooked me in from the start and I can’t wait to continue on with this series. Additionally, this has made me want to search up where I can watch the movie version.

I really enjoyed the banter between Suzume and Souta. And the twins, they were so cute!

I want to thank Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for allowing me to receive this title as an ARC.

Thank you to NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, Vertical Comics, Makoto Shinkai, and Denki Amashima (artist) for the opportunity to read Suzume Volume 1 in exchange for an honest review.

I haven't watched the movie yet. Reading this is definitely pushing me to do so. Suzume is such a cute story! I can't keep a straight face anytime I see this 3 legged chair acting all serious on screen.

overall, its not an overly serious story. You can mindlessly give it a read and still understand the key points.

Thank you to NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, Vertical Comics, Makoto Shinkai, and Denki Amashima (artist) for the opportunity to read Suzume Volume 1 in exchange for an honest review.

This is the first of three volumes to complete the manga adaptation of Shinkai's novel and film of the same name, Suzume.

Suzume is a high school girl who gets mixed up with Souta, a door closer. They are the only one's who can see the giant worm that tries to break through the various doors, causing massive earthquakes. If it fully succeeds in escaping from a door, it could destroy Japan. Suzume, having accidentally removed the keystone from the door in her hometown, must not replace the keystone to keep the doors close. Without the keystone, the worm can easily wiggle its way out into society.

The translation and writing choices are slightly different to fit the medium, and the reader gets a bit of a glimpse at Souta's thoughts where I believe the film wasn't quite so expressive. I really like the adapted artwork, possibly even more so than the animation, which is usually the opposite for me. There is something fun about the stylistic choices the artist makes, especially when it comes to facial expressions.

A great adaptation and first volume to yet another tale from master storyteller Makoto Shinkai.

"Suzume" follows the story of a teen girl who accidentally messes with a portal that lets out giant earthquake causing worms. In order to put things right, she goes on an adventure across Japan with a man turned sentient chair to find the keystone who can permanently close all the doors and stop the chaos she has unwittingly started.

This story is great! Super creative, in the magical realism genre. The artwork is really detailed and the story makes it clear what is going on. The biggest thing I would say is, just watch the movie. The story is the exact same, but is even more special in the movie due to it being in color, with voice acting. I also think this should have just been combined into one large novel instead of breaking the story up into 2 or 3 novels.

I highly recommend "Suzume" to YA and fantasy readers. It's a unique and fast paced adventure that anyone can enjoy!

4/5 stars

5 stars. I can't believe this gem is released! I was a pretty big fan of the movie. The colors are beautiful. The style is a bit unusual.

I think this is a faithful adaptation of the film, the art is well done and easy to follow. I liked the storyline as well when I watched the movie, so I already knew I'd enjoy that aspect. I think so far the manga adaptation is doing a great job in its execution.

*I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.*

I know there is a film adaption of this manga and since I wasn't sure if I should watch it or not and saw that this book was available on NetGalley I decided to just give it a try.

The idea is very unique and interesting, especially as we not only have doors that led to somewhere completely else but also ruin stones that take form when one touches them. I think that the cat in this manga is drawn very good, like the different colour patterns and detail for the eyes. The other characters were drawn quite good too. We got to know lots of characters and they were all kind of Suzume's and Souta's journey and helped her out. The twins were quite funny.

Only thing I really disliked was that one scene where Souta was sleeping and instead of waking him up normally she got the idea of kissing him. If they wouldn't have such a great age gap (teenager and adult) I would have found it funny, but that moment was rather weird and not something I would have liked to read. To be honest their whole relationship seemed a bit out of place, especially how they met and how he just tries to get rid of her and she doesn't stop. I never understood that concept of anime characters getting out of nowhere the desire to help and be pushy about it and run away from home 'cause an adventure is waiting for them.



End note/Final thoughts:

Thank you Kodansha Comics for the advanced reader copy of Suzume Vol. 1 by Makoto Shinkai and Denki Amashima.



Started the book: 29. June 2024
Finished the book: 29. June 2024
Wrote the review: 29. June 2024

i loved this movie and the manga adaptation is just as beautiful! i was sucked back in by the first page!

If you are familiar with Suzume, this first instalment will bring you back into its curious world.
If you are not familiar, this is a great start.
Judging by where this book ended, we will have at least a second and perhaps a third instalment?
The art style is amazing.
The plot and the concept are 4.5 stars.
Suzume is 5 stars herself.
The twins are 100/5 stars.

Amazing first volume, going to continue them and watch the anime. Highly recommend, can't wait to see where it goes.

I was so thankful of @kodanshamanga for being able to receive a early e-copy of @makoto.shinkai newest manga Suzume from @netgalley . I highly recommend this manga!! I really feel its the best story I have read of Makoto Shinkai. I was automatically pulled into the story of Suzume and Souta while they travel around looking for the lost keystone to the door Suzume opens accidently in the first few pages. The keystone takes the appearance of a cat and they are only able to track him through social media. Through the story Suzume gets into a lot of things and also helps out people along the way. Over all it was a amazing story and cant wait to continue the story.

Anyone who is interested in this story "Suzume" will be released by Kodansha Comics on September 24, 2024

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I watched this movie in theatres when it first came out and I loved it!
Makoto Shinkai's work is a new staple in my heart. Their stories drive your heart wild with ache and hope for the characters and the moments you can see from your own life.

The manga version is just as amazing and continues to capture this story's spark.

3.5 Out Of 5 Star

It was on okay start to a manga series but after a few chapters it started to lose my attention.

As a first volume, this was fine. But first volumes of manga are kind of hard to judge. I should probably watch the movie; the concept was not captivating me. But, again, that's a first volume for you.