Kamisama Kiss, Vol. 12

神様はじめました [Kamisama Hajimemashita] #12

by Julietta Suzuki

Himemiko, ayakashi ruler of Tatara swamp, is happily dating her human sweetie Kotaro. But yokai/human relationships are hard to manage, especially when the human has no idea who he’s dating! When the supernatural starts to intrude, can Himemiko tell Kotaro the truth about herself? Or will she lose him no matter what she does?

Genres: Manga, Romance, Fantasy, Shojo, Graphic Novels, Young Adult, Paranormal

192 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 20, 2012

About the author

鈴木ジュリエッタ
Suzuki Julietta is a Japanese manga artist born in the Fukuoka Prefecture. Her pen name comes from a character named Julietta Sakamoto from the seinen manga series, Air Master.
She likes cats, koalas, and sharks. According to an interview with Hakusensha, she first started drawing when she was in her second year of elementary school in a sketchbook of Japonica.
During her free time, she meets her friends, goes for a drink, or out for a meal. She states that although she doesn't read much, she enjoys works by Junji Itō. Her favourite character is Ashia and mentions that male characters are easier to draw in general.

Reviews

[DianaRose · Rating 5 out of 5]

another filler volume focusing on himemiko and kotaro, but is essentially important in emphasizing that humans and demons can overcome the hurdles to be in romantic relationships💖

[R ♥ · Rating 4 out of 5]

THIS BOOK WAS SO CUTE. I love all of these new and returning characters, they all grow so much and I love reading about their journeys!


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[Michelle Kobus · Rating 3 out of 5]

It pains me to give this volume such a low score; I want to give it a 4/5, but the storyline is just not stellar enough in this volume. The artwork is as beautiful as always, that's not the issue. I feel bad not giving it at least a 4 because the artwork is still so wonderful.

My problem is that Himemiko and Kota's romance becomes the main arc in this volume, which not only involves a lack of Tomoe scenes (!), but I don't feel that Kota and Himemiko have the kind of love that makes for a compelling story. I like Himemiko as a side character because she's kind of cute and funny, but it takes an odd girl like her to find affection for Kota.

Kota is socially awkward, which is fine, because so am I, but he's been in a romantic relationship with Himemiko for a year and still can't look her in the eye when he speaks to her, nor has he displayed or spoken any stronger affections than "I like you" (that's a direct quote). He's always concentrating on his puzzle cube. It's just not really a love worth reading about; except this is now a multi-volume arc in the middle of my favorite manga, which makes me kinda angry.

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's about time we got back to Himemiko, the lovely catfish princess of Tatara swamp. In this new arc, it's all about her romance with human Kotaro, exploring whether humans and ayakashi can have relationships. Of course, this theme relates back to Nanami and Tomoe's relationship, but the difference is that Kotaro doesn't know that the girl he's been dating for the past year isn't human.

I'm glad to see some potential resolution with Himemiko's story, which began clear back in volume one. Nanami, as a relationship kami, helped instigated the match, so it will be fun to see how everything works out. There's some deeper issues at play here as well as Nanami shares similar problems and differences in her own romance, none of which has been resolved for her. Whether there will continue to be parallels between these relationships remains to be seen.

All in all, this volume is a cute installment in this adorable series. My only complaint: not enough Tomoe. I love the fox shinshi, what can I say? ^^

[Rod Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nanami Momozono wants to help her friends get married in her shrine, but of course she ends up kidnapped by a romantic rival, a prince whose marriage to the bride-to-be was previously arranged by his parents.

This is a silly and simplistic side-quest for the series, but gosh darn if the energy of the plot and purity of the characters involved didn't make me happy. All the characters are separated, but they actually seem to be using the time apart for some reflection and growth.

The end result seems obvious, but I'm still looking forward to seeing how it all comes together.


FOR REFERENCE:

Contents: Chapters 67-72 -- Glossary -- Notes

[Millie Cullen · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

[Camden · Rating 4 out of 5]

Friends first book of the year: 𝓖𝓸𝓸𝓭, 𝔀𝓸𝓻𝓽𝓱𝔂 𝓫𝓸𝓸𝓴𝓼


Me: P̴̧̥̮͇̥̘̬̻͆̔͒͗̈́̃̎͂͌̏̚l̷̟̠͓͉̠͔̈́è̵͔͌̌̄͝a̵̛̭̱͚̠͙̱̯̜͆͐̈͆̓̽̍͌͛̿͐͝s̷͈̙̯̒̔͗̓̾̿̃̒͗̚ū̵̯͔͔͈̜͓̫̃̎͌͛̎͘r̴̖͗́͛̄̌͘͠e̴̹͔͖͐


I mean, I wanted to finish a better book to start off the year.. but I also just wanted to get this done lol

[Irina Villacis · Rating 5 out of 5]

pop sugar 2018
libro donde tenga una fruta o vegetal en la portada como figura o en el titulo

[Holly Letson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a nice change from the previous volume. I quite liked it.
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This volume was about the master of one swamp wanting to marry the mistress of another swamp. The man was extremely rude, and used to having whatever he wants whenever he wants it.
But, Himemiko of the swamp already has a human boyfriend. But, when Kota finds out she's a catfish yokai, it endangers the relationship, and she leaves, promising to never forget him. But, Kota cannot forget her another, and he wants her back.
Meanwhile, the human kami is trying to teach Nishiki to be more polite and win love for himself instead of trying to force a woman to love him. (BTW, anyone else kind of want to see her and him end up together?)

Who will win Himemiko's heart in the end? Who will accept her for what she truly is?
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This volume was provided to me by VIZ Media, via Edelweiss, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are my own.

[marcia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Vol. 7 ★★★☆☆
Vol. 8 ★★★☆☆
Vol. 9 ★★★☆☆
Vol. 10 ★★★★☆
Vol. 11 ★★★★☆

How much you like this volume hinges on whether you like Himemiko and Kotaro as a couple. Personally, I've never been a fan. I've always thought their romance lacks depth. On top of that, it bothers me how Himemiko has been lying to Kotaro so I'm just relieved to finally see it addressed. Sukuna and Kotaro are such an unlikely duo that it's fun to see them interact. I'm also surprised by how much the swamp prince grew on me. He seemed like a spoiled brat, but it quickly becomes apparent that he's sheltered and a product of his environment.

[Rielowiec pospolity · Rating 4 out of 5]

Połowa historii prawie za mną i mogę śmiało powiedzieć — cieszę się, że autorka poświęca niektóre tomy dla pobocznych bohaterów. Dzięki temu nie tylko mogliśmy poznać lepiej Kuramę, ale także historię Himemiko — która jest po prostu urocza, gotowa zrezygnować z mocy, byleby zostać w ludzkiej postaci dla ukochanego. Mocno trzymam kciuki za tę parę, jak za to, aby te smaczki z Tomoe i Nanami już niedługo otworzyły większą historię. 4⭐

[hyacinthuss · Rating 4 out of 5]

i love himemiko, i wanna be friends with her

[Gab :) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

[V. Aryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars! I'm not super into Himemiko's story so this volume dragged for me, but I am enjoying Nishiki's growth! Saving a dying dog is a win in my books ANY DAY.

[Hayleigh ツ · Rating 3 out of 5]

It mainly focused on the side characters, so I wasn't all that interested.

[LadyRemy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume was so cute! The story focuses on Himemiko and Kotaro's relationship, which is a goddess/human relationship. The struggles they have to be themselves and the perseverance to be together will hopefully kick Tomoe in the butt about him and Nanami pursuing something.

I continue to absolutely love Ryu-Oh the man who is a total simp for his wife and dolls out life lessons on love to young teenagers like it's nothing.

Nishiki's growth just from spending time with Nanami is sweet. Also, I have a feeling this is yet another heart she will steal. And he's just so pretty.

This was such a cute, sweet story. I'm looking forward to the next volume.

[Jessie Potts · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

I love this series, and this installment was great because we get to see more of the secondary characters and their lives. Even Nanami is almost in the background. We don't see much of Tomoe which really sucks, so while even though I like seeing more of Himemiko and Kotaro I miss the fox.

Brief Blurb
Himemiko an Kotaro are on a date when Himemiko's 'intended' comes out and mistakes her for a human, he hurts Kotaro and kidnaps Nanami hoping that Nanami will perform the wedding ceremony.

[Abigail · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another oddball volume, I really liked the change in the prince over time, but wasn't super invested with Himemiko herself. As with most of the side arcs, I wanted to see more of Tomoe and Mizuki instead. It feels very similar to Fruits Basket in some ways, mainly in an average high school girl being able to make everyone a better person, so in some ways this volume felt a little flat, but I did like the prince starting to change, particularly because of how much I disliked him to start.

[Rebo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally at the point where we’re past the anime content...! I really like this arc, though I was confused initially that they were underwater suddenly... Im a little surprised by the Dragon King’s behavior, but in a good way... I’m curious why Himemeko didn’t have Tomoe give her a fresh shapeshifting magic (though the fact that it lasted a year is pretty impressive)... I’m curious to see what happens next... I’m a little afraid this swamp prince is gonna fall for Nanami...

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

While I generally find the Himemiko/Kota story line to be annoying, I actually enjoyed this. It really gave Nanami a chance to shine. I do enjoy her interactions with Tomoe, but often, when she's with him, she seems to be clumsy and unable to fend for herself. I really like seeing this side of her that we don't see as much in the show. This story is very well-written and it kept me wanting more.

[Heather D-G · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume is largely about Himemiko and Kotaro, and I don’t even mind! Nanami and the shrine are whisked away to a swamp where she ends up tutoring an arrogant Yokai on the art of falling in love.
This volume ends with the story arc incomplete, so you’ll want to have the next book close at hand!

[Luna's Little Library · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall 4 Stars, presently read the first 20 books.
See: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Teisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

So glad we finally get to explore one of the main side characters: Himemeko!

[December Knight · Rating 5 out of 5]

Man I love this series and this volume does not disappoint. I only wish I didn't have to wait to read 13 (that is a true crime😭).

[Rae · Rating 5 out of 5]

The cliffhanger of this volume really makes me wish I had volume 13 ㅠㅠ

[R · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great volume!! Beautiful illustrations and wonderful characters. But it is a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see what happens next!

[Khari · Rating 3 out of 5]

ななみは可愛そう。彼女と接触した人の恋愛関係は全部深くなっているが自分の恋愛関係は全く進まない。

この巻はひめのみこと彼女の人間の男の子の話だった。結構ｶﾜ(・∀・)ｲｲ!!。竜神が彼を助ける姿もかっこよかった。

一つの疑問は。。。巴はどこ？神社が消えたが気付いていなかった？なんで？彼女の場所は分からないの？

[✡Weed Dragon✡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG I SWEAR if himemiko and kotarou don´t end up together i will kill myself

[Sol · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s cool to see characters like Himemiko, Kotaro, and Ryu-Oh getting revisited so much 🥹🥹🥹
Suzuki-sensei really loves writing hot-headed and arrogant men 😂

[Jennlovesriki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Este es un tomo donde nos cuentan una historia enfocada en Himemiko, desde el tomo anterior nos vienen diciendo que ella y Kotaro se iban a casar, pero en su momento si me pregunté en si iban a ignorar el hecho de que era una yokai, y este tomo lo explora. Vemos la reacción de Kotaro al darse cuenta que la ama pero que en realidad no sabe nada de ella, y que ella le ocultó la naturaleza de su origen, y se pregunta di realmente puede amar a alguien que no conoce bien y que no confía en él. Al final llega rápido a la conclusión de que si, y que si ella no confío en él es porque lo percibe débil y va a intentar cambiarlo.

Y por otro lado vemos a Nanami convivir en el pantano de Nishiki, y como él es una persona en extremo arrogante, pero que se debe al como fue criado, y al convivir con Nanami vemos como va cambiando y cuestionándose todo lo que sabía, y siempre me parece lindo cuando explican la belleza de la raza humana en su capacidad de amar y sobreponerse a adversidades, asi que ver al señor de los camotes, Nishiki entiende que no desea casarse sin amar a la que va a ser su compañera.

Y para el siguiente tomo me intriga ver de quien se va a enamorar Nishiki, ya que todo parece que se va a enamorar de Aoi ya que ella ya lo idealiza (porque considero que no es amor, ya que realmente sus interacciones son nulas, si a caso diría que solo le atrae físicamente, pero supongo que la intención de julietta es que de enamoró a primera vista) peroooo para mi en base a los pensamientos que vemos que tiene y a mi favoritismo obvio por Nanami, pienso 1ue también podría enamorarse de ella porque ella es la primera persona que no lo trata de manera especial y que incluso lo odia, y aunque suene muy "no soy como las demás chicas y por eso te enamoraste de mi" creo que es perfectamente posible que pase.

Y también quiero saber como va a seguir la relación entre Himemiko y Kotaro ahora que sabe la verdad.

No le doy 5 estrellas ya que aunque fue interesante de leer, Himemiko no es de mis personajes favoritos, y después de la historia de Kurama que fue preciosa, esta fue menos interesante.