The Many Flavors of Kumika
Also known as: Kumika no Mikaku, クミカのミカク, Kumika's Sense of Taste, The Flavours of Kumika
by Akihiro Ononaka
In a world where aliens live harmoniously with humans, there exists a kind of alien that doesn't need to "eat" the way humans do. Hailing from the impoverished planet of Chlorodium #2, where food is a luxury, these aliens live by inhaling microorganisms from the air. Kumika, an uptight, earnest office worker, is one such alien from Chlorodium #2. When a sudden cold leads to her being unable to "feed" herself her usual way, her coworker Chihiro comes to her rescue with a nice warm pot of udon noodles! After a lifetime of never having to eat human food, will Kumika ever get used to getting "hungry"? (Source: Manga Planet) Note: Includes six extra chapters.
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The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A tender, unusual romance in which an alien who does not need to eat meets a human girl who wants to understand her.
Pros
- Original, gentle sci-fi premise
- Sensitive, sincere portrayal of difference
Cons
- Pacing is slow
- Some sci-fi details are lightly sketched
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In a world where aliens live harmoniously with humans, there exists a kind of alien that does not need to eat the way humans do. Hailing from the impoverished planet of Chlorodium, the alien is an outsider in every sense. The premise is a gentle sci-fi drama about difference, belonging and the people who make room for someone unlike themselves.The strength is the sensitivity. The story treats its alien characters with empathy, and the friendship and romance develop with real care. The art is soft and the tone is calm.The weaknesses are about pace and detail. The story moves slowly, and some sci-fi background is only lightly sketched. Readers wanting big action or a tighter plot may find it gentle.Recommended for readers who enjoy quiet, thoughtful stories about acceptance. Expect a tender, unhurried read.
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