A review by mikkiokko
The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai

adventurous lighthearted mysterious relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

I liked this story, however I think it suffered quite a bit from being overly repetitive. I would have liked to see the book focus on one story (preferably the Tonkatsu one), that way I could feel more invested in the story and avoid the repetition of facts. Furthermore, I wish we could have spent more time on one story so that we could actually follow Nagare's deduction skills rather than just hear about them. I also wish there was more development/discussion of Nagare and Koishi's relationship, especially since their mom/wife has passed. There were more things that were also mentioned over and over but never really went anywhere (ex. photos in the corridor, Drowsy). Overall, not bad it was nice and cozy, I just wish I could have been a little more invested in the story. 

ALSO JUSTICE FOR MY BOY DROWSY EVERYONE TREATED HIM LIKE SHIT FOR NO REASON!!

Also also, this is the most Hisashi book to ever exist.