A review by readingrobin
Saint Young Men, Omnibus 1 by Hikaru Nakamura

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I've been looking forward to reading this manga for ages ever since seeing that clip from the anime of Jesus in the sauna with the yakuza member (which is also wonderfully depicted in this volume.) The religious references and in jokes have real deep cuts, both Christianity and Buddhism, so I was glad for the explanations that followed each chapter so I could get the context. 

I love the domestic humor and the buddy relationship between Jesus and Buddha. Always a fan of down to earth stories about otherworldly/monumental figures. It gives them an aspect of levity and it shows a true comfort when we can laugh about what is usually taken so seriously.