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Sumika Sumire
A 60-year-old woman is given a second chance at youth, romance, and self-discovery.
Author: Mitsuba Takanashi
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About this series
Sumika Sumire is a compelling supernatural romance manga created by Mitsuba Takanashi. Serialized in Shueisha's Cocohana magazine from 2013 to 2018, it offers a imaginative take on life, aging, and love.
The protagonist, Sumi Kisaragi, has reached 60 years of age without ever experiencing romantic love or pursuing her own dreams, having devoted her youth entirely to family farm work and elder care. After her mother passes away, she reflects wistfully on her unfulfilled youth.
Unexpectedly, a cat spirit named Rei unseals himself from an old folding screen and grants her wish to become young again. Transformed into 17-year-old Sumire, she attends high school while balancing her true age's wisdom with new emotional challenges.
The series was adapted into a highly successful live-action Japanese television drama in 2016. Its blend of fantasy elements with realistic emotional growth continues to touch readers deeply.
Highlights
- Features a novel premise combining supernatural folklore with adult second-chance romance.
- Explores deep themes of aging, regret, and rediscovering passion in life.
- Successfully adapted into a popular live-action TV drama series in 2016.
- Demonstrates polished, modern josei manga art by Mitsuba Takanashi.
Recommended For
- Readers interested in emotional josei manga featuring fantasy transformation elements.
- Fans of second-chance stories focusing on personal growth and mature romantic insights.
- Admirers of the original manga adaptation behind the live-action TV drama.
Reading Guidance
- Contrast Sumire's 60-year-old inner mindset with her 17-year-old external life.
- Observe the protective dynamic between Rei the cat spirit and Sumire.
- Enjoy how Sumire's polite traditional values charm those around her.
Publication Facts
- Written and illustrated by Mitsuba Takanashi.
- Serialized in Shueisha's Cocohana magazine from August 2013 to January 2018.
- Completed in 11 tankobon volumes.
Official Sources
- Wikipedia - Sumika Sumirehttps://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AB%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9F%E3%83%AC
- Shueisha Cocohana Official Sitehttps://cocohana.shueisha.co.jp/
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