Yukarism

Description

From Omari's Sister:
Yukari, at the tender age of 17, is a renowned Edo period novelist who claims visions of Yoshihara during the Edo period gush from his heart. After meeting Mahoro, a girl he swears he knows and has met before, Yukari finds himself falling asleep and waking up in the Edo period as an Oiran, a high-ranking courtesan. The past and present collide in this time traveling romance.

Official English Release: Viz

Type

Manga

Related Series

N/A

Associated Names

Yukarizumu

ยูคาริ

ゆかりズム

前世今生(因缘巧合)

前世是花魁

Groups Scanlating

Crimson Flower

Latest Release(s)

c.12 by Omari's Sister 12 years ago

c.11 by Omari's Sister 13 years ago

c.10 by Omari's Sister 13 years ago

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Status in Country of Origin

4 Volumes (Complete)

Completely Scanlated?

Yes

Anime Start/End Chapter

N/A

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User Rating

Average: 8.6 / 10.0 (265 votes)

Bayesian Average: 8.37 / 10.0

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Last Updated

June 11th, 2024 7:47pm PDT - 11 months ago

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Genre

Comedy Drama Gender Bender Historical Mystery Romance Shoujo Supernatural
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Recommendations

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Author(s)

SHIOMI Chika

Artist(s)

SHIOMI Chika

Year

2010

Original Publisher

Hakusensha

Serialized In (magazine)

Bessatsu Hana to Yume (Hakusensha)

Licensed (in English)

Yes

English Publisher

Viz (4 Volumes - Complete)

Activity Stats (vs. other series)

Weekly Pos #738

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Monthly Pos #1840 (No change)

3 Month Pos #3476

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6 Month Pos #4857

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Year Pos #6423

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List Stats

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On 228 completed lists

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Finally!! A great red-lights district manga!

by elbereth.elentari
7 years ago

Rating: 9.5 / 10.0

It's rare to see a red-lights district themed manga that doesn't just repeat the "I love you! I can't be with you... let me buy you out... happy ending/tragedy" cliche. The plot is original, the artwork beautiful and the characters well-developed. Especially that of Yuumurasaki: she is the epitome of the "strong female character". Unfortunately that label is tagged on too frequently to silly heroines who run around trying to solve everything themselves but always need the male lead to save their ass in the end. Yuumurasaki cannot change her situation but what she can and does do is choose to see it in a positive light so that she live her life without giving in to despair. That takes a lot of strength!

I can see why some readers have found the male protagonist's slightly female characteristics off-putting. But I think that's exactly what makes these characters - both Yukari and Mahoro - so great! The mangaka did a wonderful job of creating strong personalities irrespective of gender! And frankly, isn't the strong male / weak female stereotype getting a bit old??

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Very Good

by HikariBun
13 years ago

Rating: 9.0 / 10.0

I am hoping desperately that this manga returns from hiatus soon.

The manga handles the easily convoluted concept of reincarnation with deftness and humor that many other series fail to do.

Unlike NG Life, a rather similar manga (which I actually did not like much), where the emphasis seemed to be that reincarnations are in the end now different people and should be viewed that way, Yukarism's view is that even if they have no memory of the past, their soul is the same and therefore they remain the same even if they have changed appearances.

To quote one of the characters: "It's amazing how much a person's tastes, thoughts, and life path are similar as their previous life."

This is proven to be very true, and most certainly with Yukari. Some people might be annoyed with Yukari's detachment and "cool guy" personality but this is a direct reflection of Yuumurasaki, who, despite her smiling exterior, was empty inside due to the harsh world of the red light district.

Mahoro is the same as well. She displays the most differences due to having lived as an ordinary girl - being a girl, particularly that of the usual, regular family, means she would have absorbed society norms of what a girl acts like - but her core personality remains very similar to her past self.

Considering Mahoro's past life,

I think it would be very interesting if in the end, Mahoro will be the only one to remember the past. Takamura said he is an outlier, so likely Mahoro is the same as well. Souls don't change, after all. Most likely, all of them would forget the past, but I do hope the mangaka would forgo such an obvious ending. (Hopefully this is one of those series where they -don't- forget once remembered. Takamura/Mahoro's ability to cast spells is very cool and it'd be a damn shame to get rid of it. Haha)

... Last updated 13 years ago

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Wow, really good!

by jina
14 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I have read Chika Shiomi's works of Yurara and Rasetsu. Those were good but there was always something about it that kept me from giving those a complete 10 out of 10.
THIS ONE, on the other hand, I am ready to give it a 10. I know that not a lot of chapters are out, but the storyline is definitely amusing and cool. Characters are fresh and funny. It was intriguing from the very first chapter. The art, I have to say, looks like it has gotten even better than before.
This manga from Shiomi has definitely capture my attention and deserves more readers and on, because I get the feeling that there is a lot more to what is going on with Yukari and his past life.
If you are a fan of Shiomi, this is a MUST READ.
even if you are not a fan, you should give this manga a try. It is really interesting. I can't wait to see where it goes. 🙂

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Interesting and Really Good

by yuri_shibuya
12 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

It's not your average shoujo romance fantasy, I tell you!!!
I thought the plot would be like the weakly girl had a connection with the other world and was frequently targeted by outside forces and the protagonist guy would show up and protect her and risk his life.
But I was dumbfolded, It's not like the typical plot you see in fantasy shoujo.
Every chapter leaves you with a deep impression.
I like how I keep craving for more chapters after I read one after another.
The story is sooo good unlike any other.
The guy maybe eccentric but he is super amusing and interesting.
I also like the girl very much for being eccentric as the guy...hehehehe

This is really a gem...
Please translate the ongoing chapters..
Its really good, I'm serious here.
I rarely give a superb review and this manga is worth it!!!!!!!!!

... Last updated 12 years ago

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Yukarism~~!

by Mikashi
14 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

Maybe I am biased when it comes to Chika Shiomi (heck, I probably am.)
However, Yukarism, is another new awesome series by her.
Crisp, clean artwork; interesting plot line; and loveable characters. What's there not to like?

10/10

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Unique!

by polarpotterbear
5 years ago

Rating: 9.0 / 10.0

Took me 9 years from the first scanlation release to now to finally finish this series, but it was well worth the wait! The characters and their interactions with each other are so fun and definitely takes you on a journey. I love how we get to learn everyone's backstory and their motivations for their actions. The series was wrapped up real nicely (

although it did feel a bit rushed, like what was the illness Yumurasaki had!? ) and was a great reincarnation story.

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Enjoying this :) Albeit a little weird

by budlaygid
10 years ago

Rating: N/A

Enjoying this! Though at times, I would feel that I have to shift some principles in me to continue liking it, but so far, I've come to appreciate and understand some disturbing things 🙂 You'd understand me once you've read this 😀

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Wonderful

by greymouser
13 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I'm really liking this manga. From the main character's lax attitude, to the excellent execution of the story, so far. The only thing I can complain about is that there's so few chapters available. 🙁

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Rating comes soon!

by valkyrie_v
14 years ago

Rating: N/A

I can't rate, yet. Yes, I followed most of her series and loving them but I will need to see how this going on. She tends to make sense of mysteriousness and creepy plot get the best of her and nothing wrong with it, could be her signature. But at the same time, it got me bored. And probably other fans, she has the amazing artwork she could improvised with a LOT better plot.

More fantasy theme I guess with this one, getting the feel of the characters and look forward for more to read 😀

Is it just me, or the two characters in the cover look similar to Kuryuu and Rasetsu/Nee-chan in Rasetsu's Flower? giggles Sounds like a revenge-project for Kuryuu fans* ^,^

... Last updated 14 years ago

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A beautiful and charming story

by watashiNoChikara
5 years ago

Rating: N/A

What a short but entrancing read! The characters are amazing and make you genuinely care about them. The art is absolutely gorgeous. This is my third time re-reading, it made me feel nostalgic it a strange way every time. The story It is not fully scanlated, however all volumes are out officially in English, so do support the author if you can.

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