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Dec 10, 2021 to Mar 25, 2022
7.7/10
Average Review Score
60%
Recommend It
20
Reviews Worldwide
Takopii no Genzai, or Takopii's Original Sin, explores the human psyche through the lens of pure innocence and naivete. How do you explain suffering, loss, emotional, psychological and physical abuse to someone who knows nothing of the human condition? This manga goes to very dark places as a cute little alien with strange powers named Takopii tries relentlessly to help and understand humans in the only way he can, with no understanding of just how his well-meaning charity could be twisted and taken advantage of. This manga exploded in popularity in Japan, and could have easily dragged on for years, but the author chose to endit on their own terms, and I have a lot of respect for that. For how dreary and depressing it can be, the ending is satisfying. You can easily read this in a single sitting and enjoy it for what it is. It gets slightly convoluted near the end, but gets its point across with brevity and conciseness. For everything that could have gone wrong with Takopii, it gets a lot right by having an uncompromising vision. If this is an indication of the talent of this mangaka, I think we have a lot to look forward to, as this is their first published work. I would recommend this short read to anyone, and give it a solid 8/10.
A squid-like creature, known as a Happian, leaves his home planet with the desire to spread happiness across the universe. He lands on Earth, but quickly finds himself in danger of captivity by its inhabitants. Fortunately, he is found by an unsmiling little girl named Shizuka Kuze, who feeds him and names him Takopii. Feeling indebted, Takopii decides to do everything in his power to bring a smile to her face. The task is easier said than done, however. Shizuka is bullied by her classmates, she does not have a father, and her mother is never homeāthough the gravity of these issues flies over the naive Takopii's head. Even so, Shizuka does have one source of happiness: her dog Chappy. The connection Shizuka and Chappy share only increases Takopii's desire to make the girl smile. While Takopii's attempts to lift Shizuka's spirits lead to unintended consequences, he is determined to take things into his own tentacles, test his understanding of human beings, and achieve his goal of spreading happiness. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Takopii no Genzai does not pretend that it is able to provide the grand solution to social and family problems; nor does it try to sell the bloody hell till the end. It only solves one conflict: the misunderstandings between children. And that is already what the kids need⦠perhaps? As the title suggest, Takopii no Genzai is a story about Takopii, and how its purely kind actions turns out to actually worsen the already fucked up situations that the MCs face: domestic violence, school bullying, academic and family pressure, etc. What makes this manga stand out (and become the #1 trend in Japan) is its thrillers:how really bad the childrenās living conditions were. But the one thing that makes this manga shine is its brilliant use of art and storyboard. It not only guides the readersā emotions through the story, but also provides hints and references that link different part of the story together. For example, in chapter 1, when Takopii went to Shizukaās home to look for Shizuka, the author draws a full page of Shizuka and her home detailedly with Takopii staying in the tiny bottom-right position. This similar storyboard later appears in another chapter, showing another homeās condition, which (IMO) accuses Takopii for the similar results. Another example is the visual effect of something getting hit in the corner. So why donāt I rate it a 10/10 must watch? Itās because of the story, mainly the end of it. ( * Content below have spoilers * ) I understand that nobody, including me, wants to see a story which ends with two or three kids killing each other like a psychopath. Yet that doesnāt solidify how the good end can arrive with just one outsiderās sacrifice. More precisely, I donāt think the author explains well enough how Takopiiās final act solely can guide the MCs to face their mental knot, reconcile with each other, and grow with each otherās support. Besides, this good end is in fact very fragile, especially consider how Marina family is still a mess (note that Marina still got her scar when she grows up). ( * Content above have spoilers *) But that doesnāt mean the story is awful or anything. The journey that I went through with Takopii is still astonishing (though mentally burdening), and I wish more people can get on this ride. Just keep in mind that this is not an antisocial manga. Characters. While the MCs are all mentally distorted, once I keep in mind that the they are still children, I find it hard to completely dislike every one of them. They are just a tragic result of irresponsible dads and maniac moms. The kids just follow their heart and go with their own will. I think I have written long enough for a full review, consider how the end of this manga is very short, compared to its elaboration. And the manga is also short, so I suggest you to read it yourself and see if it fits your taste.
I really randomly found this manga and it definitely was a memorable one. On the surface it looks really simple and short having only 16 chapters but it actually has a multi layered and complex story involving abuse, bullying and death. I will definitely say that when I started reading this, I had thought that things will turn out the usual way but I was pleasantly surprised when it actually exceeded my expectations. Any work involving time travel has the chance to be either a hit or miss and it's really easy to mess it up but Takopi's Original sin is one which perfectly concludes its ownpremise within the short amount of chapters. This could have easily been dragged out but the author chose to finish it rather quickly and wrapped it up in a nice package. The art is weirdly beautiful too, like its not the best obviously but it has a charm to it. Just the fact that this manga compelled me to write a review speaks about the quality showcased here. I'll recommend this to anyone who likes dark stuff or stories with melancholic vibes. The cherry on the top is the manga's message, Its simple and clear cut but actually really powerful and one we often forget while indulging in our day-to-day lives. This was definitely one of the better short manga I've read. Deserves the rating it has 100%. Thanks for reading!
At first , this anime seems very childish, but you quickly realize that it's actually about suffering. You become attached to all the characters (except the adults, who are horrible). I cried from beginning to end. If you want to have a good time, run away. This manga tackles tough topics such as bullying, abuse, and manipulation. It quickly becomes clear that every bad thing the children do is simply a consequence of the adults around them. Takopi may seem stupid and annoying, but to me he represents innocence and ignorance. The ending of the work brought me to tears. I highly recommend this work, which hada profound impact on me.
This work squeezed my heart, it has destroyed me, just by saying that I had not even half of the first volume and I was already crying. I will never forget this story, every time I think about it I get a lump in my throat, it has become one of my favorite mangas. This story hurts a lot, but it makes you reflect, and above all, it teaches you to value what you have. I think it's not a story for everyone, the "sensitive content" label says it all, it's a painful, cruel story full of longing for hope, that is, realistic. Here you will seethe most ruthless side of the human being. Why is the human being like this? Earth is a cruel place. It touches on real issues, which, although it may seem unbelievable due to so much cruelty, happens to many people every day, and in this case, to many boys and girls who have to carry the weight that their parents should carry, without being able to enjoy their childhood. . Bullying, abuse, family violence, loss of innocence... Human beings are despicable. The innocent Takopi has completely won my heart, he is undoubtedly a being of light, a pure being that isn“t corrupted by the darkness of the human being. He came to Earth with the purpose of spreading happiness, with his gadgets, Takopi just wants to save smiles. It has a good character development, being able to see the story from the perspective of each one of them. With the development of the story we can see the cruel reality of each character. I really liked the drawing, it is full of feelings and perfectly conveys that pain, that cruelty, those feelings that will make you have a knot in your stomach. We can only save ourselves by speaking from the heart and empathy. Please read this manga. Pi!...
