Nostalgia made me pick it up once more, but now as an adult revisiting this piece was slightly painful. I still found the comedy entertaining but it sort of fizzled out overtime. It seemed like the author couldn’t quite decide on the genre - there were some dark/tragic content that didn’t quite fit the shoujo bill, although that’s not a reason to complain, it never culminated to something meaningful. There were instances with great potential to give meaning to the plot lines but difficult situations were resolved with a few smiles and some pacifying words - to the point where you wonder why bring up these situations in the first place?

The story took a turn from comedy around mid way and had me quite invested for a while. I wish the FL had matured much earlier on in the story - I can see why other commenters had given up by 30 chapters in.

Ranmaru by far was one of the most interesting characters, I felt like the author was lost when drafting his personality and I did read her note confirming the same. I couldn’t get myself to hate him, although he wholeheartedly deserved it - his unpredictable nature had me second guessing his actions all the time - the conclusion of his storyline was somewhat expected yet puzzling. I continued to read on thanks to him.

Considering this manga is dated while our present “woke” culture would condemn it - I still wouldn’t discourage people to give it a shot. The art is exquisite even to this day, it makes for a light read that you need not completely hang up in the closet.

... Last updated on May 21st, 2022, 1:15am

I've found that historical shoujos have this tendency to 1.) be inaccurate and 2.) way too complicated. It's like, I really enjoy simplistic, one-point-driven plots, or at least a basic premise that applies to every plot arc. And I really love historical accuracy. But this manga has none of that. It uses several cliches without a point in order to drive the plot and elongate a well-meaning comedic premise. It gets boring really quick because of it, and I honestly had to drop it because I disliked the cliche and the main male lead so much. Yes, it's in my "Completed List", but I believe I've completed it enough, given how poorly-developed the plot is later on. I really did like the beginning, and though the FMC was annoying and boring, I actually liked the original plotline before it delved into something far too complicated for the mangaka to possibly execute well. The art was fine, character development poor, and only slightly funny.

TL;DR: Liked the humor and characters in the beginning, hated the ending. Falls into cliches, has okay art, and has poorly-developed everything else. Therefore, 2/10.

... Last updated on March 24th, 2019, 1:02am

I recommend this 100%. Each individual character has their own unique personality they were all well written. It was a cute manga so if you want something more on the serious side I wouldn't really recommend this. Personally for the laughs alone this has become a favorite. There are some more serious notes that come about and they don't just brush over them with the comedy it was really well balanced IMO. The main character is a bit slow and a cry baby but it made sense with the story line. She was just a really clumsy lazy girl trying to become a ninja.

I somehow read 35+ chapters but I can't fathom reading 60 more. Way too long and drawn out for a comedy shoujo. While it is entertaining at times, it's lacking a serious main character and plot line. Definitely not a read that will make you think, nor does it feel well crafted and thought out. The female lead is only "hard working" to combat her perpetual laziness and the mild character progression is in no way profound or applicable to real life. She's dopey and child-like through and through. Additionally, many of the story's characters are flat and just shift around to however the plot was written but dont act as believable individuals.

The plot does no one justice. It's just a bunch of arcs one after another of her meeting a new person, usually a hot guy, only to prance around trying to become wifey material with them. Many adventure manga have similar arcs but in the least still have something deeper tying things together. Usagi's betrothal is the only thing standing.

Regardless, it's a matter of preference of what you want to read, so if you're looking for something fun it might be for you.

... Last updated on January 4th, 2016, 11:13pm

Finished the whole manga in 2 nights. I like the development and character growth but some parts can be pretty predictable. And.. Ranmaru! He's so multi-dimensional! I also like how the author wrapped it up.

There were some good points and some bad points. I loved how hilariously it started though Usagi was your typically clumsy, no-good, crybaby heroine she was filled with some misplaced inspiration and determination. This was pretty good because she was such a comic relieft. As the story progressed, there were some unexpected twists and turns that made the plot good, but some parts were just bad and too typical of shoujo. Towards the end though, I felt that it was a bit rushed and forced.

And I really hate this part:


... Last updated on April 24th, 2015, 6:27pm

One thing I can't stand about this manga is how love-crazed everyone seemed to be, especially (and unsurprisingly) Usagi. Where the actual f**k are your priorities? Life-or-death situation, and she daydreams about Hanzo. Someone's in trouble, she daydreams about Hanzo.

Hanzo Hanzo Hanzoooooo. God! I can't stand it!

I understand that its only a shoujo romance, but at least try to fit the personalities and antics to the historical context. =_= It would've been a bit better if Usagi grows up a little over time, but sadly, she just doesn't. There were sudden personality changes, but the moment Hanzo comes in the picture, everything gets thrown out the window. Usagi was downright stupid, making things difficult for everyone around her.


(Still, I found the manga charming, for reasons I can't pinpoint)

... Last updated on March 31st, 2015, 8:06am

I really love this manga. I can't even count how many times I have re-read it lol. I think what appeals the most to me is one, the great romance and two, the comedy. I just can't help myself from grinning like an idiot while I read.
While I admit it isn't increadably realistic and totally inepth with every detail, I think all the important points were definitely covered. Also, I like the whole idea of a slightly unrealistic story, that is the whole reason I read, so I can escape reality for a bit. I find it relaxing. But that's just me.

All in all, I really want everyone to read this all the way through! Don't stop at the first few volumes, it gets SO much better later on! <3 ....this manga has an ending you will not regret reading 100 chapters for. Perfect ending!! ^_^ <3

First off, I have always really liked this mangaka's art style. I've re-read this series 3-4 times and I enjoy it each time.

I probably like it so much because I understand Usagi's inability to get the guy and be good at athletic stuff. She's really great at medicine but people only want her to be a ninja, which just isn't her thing - something I get. She is a little annoying sometimes, what with being pretty lazy and kind of a crybaby at times. I feel Usagi embodies the lazy crybaby in all of us. At the end of the day, she does what is necessary and takes care of those she cares about.

I also enjoyed the political intrigue and the glimpse into Japan's history. The series is pretty long so it can seem like it drags out to some people, but I thought it was pretty exciting and it always gets me hooked, every time I read it!

... Last updated on June 27th, 2014, 11:35am

Maybe I'm just becoming cynical after reading 100+ shoujo series.

Either way, this manga was nothing short of awful, and had little real substance to it. It was just like any other bad shoujo series...incapable girl falls in love with the unattainable hot guy, the hot guy doesn't care for her....then later, childhood friend shows up with romantic interest in the incapable girl, and hot guy becomes jealous and wants the incapable girl after realizing how loyal/cute/fun/etc she is. The cycle continues and ends with happily ever after for everybody.

I wouldn't have minded the generic plot above if the manga had delve deeper into the characters' inner struggles/feelings/actual romantic developments... but none was present. The main girl was cute enough and I loved how she was very good with making herbal medicines, but her development and the scenes were so hastily done that I had no chance of relating/bonding/getting attached to her at all.

I wouldn't have batted an eyelash had she been killed and then fed to the dogs. In fact, I would probably given this manga a higher rating if that had happened.

The art was good though, and the guy was hot--so it deserves credit in that respect. However, the plot and story falls behind by a stretch. Don't waste your time if you want to read something complex.

... Last updated on June 15th, 2014, 12:40am