Title

Saint Young Men

Also known as: Saint☆Onii-san, 聖☆おにいさん, Saint Oniisan, Las Vacaciones de Jesús y Buda, Les vacances de Jésus & Boudha, Jovens Sagrados, 세인트 영멘

by Hikaru Nakamura

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There are saints living in Tokyo, Japan: Buddha the Enlightened One and Jesus, Son of God. After successfully bringing the previous century to a close, the two share an apartment in Tachikawa while enjoying some well-earned time off down on Earth. Buddha pinches pennies like a typical neighborhood housewife, while Jesus is prone to making impulse buys. Read all about the saintliest duo’s carefree days in Tachikawa … (Source: Kodansha) Note: Won the Tezuka Osamu Short story Award in 2009 and it was nominated for the 2nd Manga Taisho Award in 2009.

Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A cheerfully irreverent comedy in which Buddha and Jesus share a Tachikawa apartment on their time off, with episodic gags that poke gentle fun at everyday life.

Pros

Irreverent, affectionate humour
A charming odd-couple dynamic
Episodic gags that land often

Cons

Episodes can feel repetitive
The religious jokes may not suit every reader

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Saint Young Men imagines two saints living in Tokyo. Buddha and Jesus share an apartment in Tachikawa after bringing the previous century to a close, and they enjoy some well-earned time off on Earth. Buddha pinches pennies like a typical neighbourhood housewife, while Jesus is prone to impulse purchases. The premise is affectionate and irreverent, and the odd-couple chemistry is its engine.The series is at its best in its episodic gags. The mundane details of daily life gain comic weight when filtered through divine characters, and the humour rarely feels cruel. Each chapter lands on something recognisable about modern life.The drawbacks are repetitive episodes and religious jokes that may not suit every reader. Those who enjoy gentle, irreverent comedy will find a warm companion. Readers easily offended by religious humour should approach with care, though the tone is generally kind.