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ニコラのおゆるり魔界紀行 [Nicola no Oyururi Makai Kikō] #1
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons' World, Vol. 1
A World of Magic and Mischief!
Nicola never really felt like she fit in around other humans…so she came to the demons’ world instead! Together with her demon friend Simon, Nicola travels far and wide, meeting many monsters along the way. With Nicola, every day on the road is a new adventure!
Nicola never really felt like she fit in around other humans…so she came to the demons’ world instead! Together with her demon friend Simon, Nicola travels far and wide, meeting many monsters along the way. With Nicola, every day on the road is a new adventure!
176 pages, Paperback
First published January 15, 2018
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December 26, 2019
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World is an Unusual Girl
I loved the unusual look of the art on the cover so I didn’t really care what this new manga was about. Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 turned out to surprise me with its depth of friendship and a look into the beautiful heart of a most unusual girl.
Did Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 enchant this Fangirl’s heart?
I think it’s already pretty evident that I loved and adored Nicola. She can’t stand to see people suffer. And refuses to believe that demons can’t change. We drop right into her friendship with Simon the demon who found her in his world. And it was delightful!
Nicola is so quirky, unusual and has such a quick temper.
I loved how Simon and Nicola challenged one another. This was the #1 friendship in the volume and I found them charming together. Simon teased out the best qualities in Nicola. Her determination. Her optimism. Her love of shiny rocks!
Friendship is Nicola’s passion.
Simon isn’t Nicola’s only friend. She meets a girl her own age and has an excellent play date. Her reactions to this little demon girl are hilarious! Another fierce boy is a gifted magic user… and her rival. Needless to say her temper flares meeting him.
And the demons encompass a magical world.
Sure there are your human like demons like Simon and the girl and boy she befriends. But there are also supernatural creatures she meets and helps. She uses her passionate temper and her spotty magic to further her friends’ greatest desires. It’s a beautiful world of friendships!
The art of Nicola Traveling highlights all the good things.
Here comes that word again… quirky. The art of Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World is different from what you typically see in manga. Sure it’s black and white but it has this immense detail that makes color unnecessary.
Plus the stark black and white art highlights the things that truly make Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World special.
As you can see a picture is worth a thousand words. If you aren’t into the typical manga or comic then you’ll want to check out Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World. It’s unusual, and intricate and focused on friendship. What a beautiful thing!
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 is the record of the delightful adventures of a most precocious little girl. One with a mega temper and spotty magic but a passion for friendship that makes the magic happen. Perfect for a quick pick me up and gorgeous art!
I loved the unusual look of the art on the cover so I didn’t really care what this new manga was about. Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 turned out to surprise me with its depth of friendship and a look into the beautiful heart of a most unusual girl.
Did Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 enchant this Fangirl’s heart?
I think it’s already pretty evident that I loved and adored Nicola. She can’t stand to see people suffer. And refuses to believe that demons can’t change. We drop right into her friendship with Simon the demon who found her in his world. And it was delightful!
Nicola is so quirky, unusual and has such a quick temper.
I loved how Simon and Nicola challenged one another. This was the #1 friendship in the volume and I found them charming together. Simon teased out the best qualities in Nicola. Her determination. Her optimism. Her love of shiny rocks!
Friendship is Nicola’s passion.
Simon isn’t Nicola’s only friend. She meets a girl her own age and has an excellent play date. Her reactions to this little demon girl are hilarious! Another fierce boy is a gifted magic user… and her rival. Needless to say her temper flares meeting him.
And the demons encompass a magical world.
Sure there are your human like demons like Simon and the girl and boy she befriends. But there are also supernatural creatures she meets and helps. She uses her passionate temper and her spotty magic to further her friends’ greatest desires. It’s a beautiful world of friendships!
The art of Nicola Traveling highlights all the good things.
Here comes that word again… quirky. The art of Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World is different from what you typically see in manga. Sure it’s black and white but it has this immense detail that makes color unnecessary.
Plus the stark black and white art highlights the things that truly make Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World special.
As you can see a picture is worth a thousand words. If you aren’t into the typical manga or comic then you’ll want to check out Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World. It’s unusual, and intricate and focused on friendship. What a beautiful thing!
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons’ World vol 1 is the record of the delightful adventures of a most precocious little girl. One with a mega temper and spotty magic but a passion for friendship that makes the magic happen. Perfect for a quick pick me up and gorgeous art!
December 6, 2020
This was adorable and I loved it.
June 10, 2024
pf 😭 que monada es perfecto perfecto
una bruja humana que la única magia que sabe hacer es la de crear flores pk su abuela le enseñó y va buscando amigos en el infierno esk amor mio
una bruja humana que la única magia que sabe hacer es la de crear flores pk su abuela le enseñó y va buscando amigos en el infierno esk amor mio
November 30, 2021
4.5 stars
Just what I needed! A delightful, warm, and whimsical world with an ADORABLE, cheeky little main character, weird and wonderful creatures, magic, and strange adventures. Beautiful art that truly made me smile. Overall very wholesome and I can't wait to read the next volume!
Just what I needed! A delightful, warm, and whimsical world with an ADORABLE, cheeky little main character, weird and wonderful creatures, magic, and strange adventures. Beautiful art that truly made me smile. Overall very wholesome and I can't wait to read the next volume!
December 2, 2025
¿Me empecé este manga porque la protagonista se llama casi igual que yo? Ni confirmo ni desmiento.
Nicola es una niña humana que aparece junto a Simón (un demonio) en un mundo lleno de demonios 😈
Me encantan las aventuras que tienen y la relación entre ellos dos, Nicola es tan inocente y dulce que consigue ablandar hasta un corazón endemoniado.
El estilo de dibujo es más simple comparado con otros mangas que he leído, lo cual lo hace bastante único.
Nicola es una niña humana que aparece junto a Simón (un demonio) en un mundo lleno de demonios 😈
Me encantan las aventuras que tienen y la relación entre ellos dos, Nicola es tan inocente y dulce que consigue ablandar hasta un corazón endemoniado.
El estilo de dibujo es más simple comparado con otros mangas que he leído, lo cual lo hace bastante único.
September 7, 2020
This was a delightful little manga, full of fantasy creatures in the same vein as Ben Hatke or Luke Pearson. Nicola travels through the demons’ world with Simon (a demon) as her companion. She smashes stereotypes, meets ghosts, heals a fairy, and unknowingly enters a dangerous magic competition.
Would recommend to those who appreciate Hilda, Zita the Spacegirl, or Princess Cimorene.
Would recommend to those who appreciate Hilda, Zita the Spacegirl, or Princess Cimorene.
November 14, 2020
Ridiculously cute.
September 29, 2024
What a cute little story! I love Nicola!! I love that this manga focuses on small instances of learning and growth for Nicola and Simon. Very sweet!
August 15, 2026
Manga sobre Nicola, una niña bruja humana en el mundo de los demonios.
Es una lectura ligera, de pequeñas aventuras autoconclusivas muy “cozy” y con una protagonista adorable.
Es una lectura ligera, de pequeñas aventuras autoconclusivas muy “cozy” y con una protagonista adorable.
February 8, 2021
Rating: 4 Stars ★★★★
Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World is a charming, whimsical, beautifully illustrated manga series following Nicola alongside her demon friend as they travel to new places across a magical world. It's filled with lots of humor & different adventures each chapter!
↠ Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World Vol. 1 Book Review 📚✨
I really want to catch up on manga series in 2021 and this series is so much fun, also VERY underrated, I know I say this with almost every new manga I read, but this one is a new favorite too.
The manga starts with Nicola and Simon evading guards, then finding themselves in the Black Bazaar to wait a while until it's safe to keep on traveling. Every chapter leads them somewhere new as it turns out, some places aren't too accepting of "other-worldly" creatures, like humans.
Also this series is incredibly funny only 1 volume in, it reminds me a lot of the Spy X Family humor! There's a great banter between Nicola and Simon who poke fun at each other and get into pretty wacky situations. SO much situational humor and fast-paced jokes that make this a HILARIOUS series too.
Worldbuilding is very interesting in this first volume. There's various cities, like Klimburg, in the demon's world, also an underground bazaar, tavern, mansion, mushroom forest, a mysterious hotel, and bustling district! Although there's lots of new places they explore across each chapter, you never really feel lost, instead there's a sense of wonder as you travel alongside Nicola and Simon discovering magic, adventure, even new creatures.
Honestly, I think the only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is that there's just something about the world itself that can still be explored in this first volume. There's lots of information introduced here not only about the demon world, but also hints as to where Nicola came from! It seems like there's more detail about the surrounding area or particular section of the demon world that maybe could have been described a bit more or expanded on, but other than that this was a great debut!
The art-style alone evokes such whimsy because it's a rough sketched quality to it and stands out being presented in brown ink. There's lots of detail among the characters and even the backgrounds too, making it such an immersive story.
Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World Vol. 1 is a delightful, comedic, and whimsical start to a severely underrated manga series more people should read! If you like fantasy, magical creatures, packed with humor and whimsy, pick up this series!
Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World is a charming, whimsical, beautifully illustrated manga series following Nicola alongside her demon friend as they travel to new places across a magical world. It's filled with lots of humor & different adventures each chapter!
↠ Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World Vol. 1 Book Review 📚✨
I really want to catch up on manga series in 2021 and this series is so much fun, also VERY underrated, I know I say this with almost every new manga I read, but this one is a new favorite too.
The manga starts with Nicola and Simon evading guards, then finding themselves in the Black Bazaar to wait a while until it's safe to keep on traveling. Every chapter leads them somewhere new as it turns out, some places aren't too accepting of "other-worldly" creatures, like humans.
Also this series is incredibly funny only 1 volume in, it reminds me a lot of the Spy X Family humor! There's a great banter between Nicola and Simon who poke fun at each other and get into pretty wacky situations. SO much situational humor and fast-paced jokes that make this a HILARIOUS series too.
Worldbuilding is very interesting in this first volume. There's various cities, like Klimburg, in the demon's world, also an underground bazaar, tavern, mansion, mushroom forest, a mysterious hotel, and bustling district! Although there's lots of new places they explore across each chapter, you never really feel lost, instead there's a sense of wonder as you travel alongside Nicola and Simon discovering magic, adventure, even new creatures.
Honestly, I think the only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is that there's just something about the world itself that can still be explored in this first volume. There's lots of information introduced here not only about the demon world, but also hints as to where Nicola came from! It seems like there's more detail about the surrounding area or particular section of the demon world that maybe could have been described a bit more or expanded on, but other than that this was a great debut!
The art-style alone evokes such whimsy because it's a rough sketched quality to it and stands out being presented in brown ink. There's lots of detail among the characters and even the backgrounds too, making it such an immersive story.
Nicola Traveling Around The Demons' World Vol. 1 is a delightful, comedic, and whimsical start to a severely underrated manga series more people should read! If you like fantasy, magical creatures, packed with humor and whimsy, pick up this series!
March 13, 2025
3.5⭐️
Es muy tierno. Una pequeña brujita que explora el mundo demoníaco con el único poder de crear flores -y meterse en problemas-.
Es muy tierno. Una pequeña brujita que explora el mundo demoníaco con el único poder de crear flores -y meterse en problemas-.
July 28, 2024
Very fun and enjoyable first volume! I absolutely LOVEEEE Simon and how caring he is! Nicola is super fun too and like all the shenanigans she causes! Hehe!
The art was wonderful and I really really enjoyed my time reading this, especially since my sinuses have made me feel dizzy today, and have also had a hard time focusing! My favorite chapters were the one with Cloey (so cute!) and the ghosts (because I didn't expect that to be why they chased Nicola LOL)!
Excited to read the next volume!
The art was wonderful and I really really enjoyed my time reading this, especially since my sinuses have made me feel dizzy today, and have also had a hard time focusing! My favorite chapters were the one with Cloey (so cute!) and the ghosts (because I didn't expect that to be why they chased Nicola LOL)!
Excited to read the next volume!
July 21, 2020
Light read, but very charming.
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August 21, 2026I’m on a journey to find manga titles to add to our school’s k-8 library. I was intrigued by this one because it’s a closed series (four volumes), which is music to my budget’s ears. I was so happy to discover that it is also such a great story and would be a perfect addition for our collection.
If you, too, are looking to add this to your library, and are hesitant because of the lack of professional reviews, please read below. I have noted all the things that I thought someone might be concerned about:
1. “Demons” just refers to monsters in this series.
2. There is one swear in the book.
On page 13, a character says that a jar has been “hellfire-baked.” However, I’m thinking that if a kid in grade 3 (8 years old in Canada and the age group I think would be most interested in this story) is picking up a book about demons, they are going to be fine reading the word hell.
3. There is mention of alcohol on page 42. The older Demon character offers Nicola a glass of wine, and she declines, saying she is too young for alcohol. This sparks a conversation about the differences between demons and humans, where “demons can drink booze as babies.”
4. There is a shop keeper character who is on the bustier end, which I only note because nobody else seems to have boobs in this book? Nevertheless, she’s supposed to be an adult demon and she’s not in lingerie, so this didn’t bother me.
VERDICT: This is going in our library and the kids will love it! They were devouring everything monstery and creepy last year, so I imagine they’ll eat this up.
I like too that this is a collection of small adventure stories, so you don’t have to buy all four volumes for the plot to make sense (but I probably will).
If you, too, are looking to add this to your library, and are hesitant because of the lack of professional reviews, please read below. I have noted all the things that I thought someone might be concerned about:
1. “Demons” just refers to monsters in this series.
2. There is one swear in the book.
On page 13, a character says that a jar has been “hellfire-baked.” However, I’m thinking that if a kid in grade 3 (8 years old in Canada and the age group I think would be most interested in this story) is picking up a book about demons, they are going to be fine reading the word hell.
3. There is mention of alcohol on page 42. The older Demon character offers Nicola a glass of wine, and she declines, saying she is too young for alcohol. This sparks a conversation about the differences between demons and humans, where “demons can drink booze as babies.”
4. There is a shop keeper character who is on the bustier end, which I only note because nobody else seems to have boobs in this book? Nevertheless, she’s supposed to be an adult demon and she’s not in lingerie, so this didn’t bother me.
VERDICT: This is going in our library and the kids will love it! They were devouring everything monstery and creepy last year, so I imagine they’ll eat this up.
I like too that this is a collection of small adventure stories, so you don’t have to buy all four volumes for the plot to make sense (but I probably will).
August 12, 2024
As the title suggests, this book is about Nicola and the many things she sees in the Demons' World. There are six short stories, and Nicola visits a city and market, several inns, a tournament, a mushroom forest, and a mansion. Each visit has humorous results, as humans are not allowed in the Demons' World, and Nicola rarely knows the customs and manners of a place. But her new friend Simon is there to help.
Mostly this book is cute. It certainly brings up some alarming topics, but it handles them lightly and focuses mostly on Nicola and Simon's relationship. The artwork is full of harsh lines and thoughtful details, making this a fun little read for a rainy day.
Mostly this book is cute. It certainly brings up some alarming topics, but it handles them lightly and focuses mostly on Nicola and Simon's relationship. The artwork is full of harsh lines and thoughtful details, making this a fun little read for a rainy day.
August 6, 2026
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons' World is a cozy and imaginative fantasy series about a young human witch discovering the oddities of a world inhabited by demons. The art style is wonderfully charming, with a good balance between cutesy and striking panels to highlight story beats and the quirky humor. Following an innocent character like Nicola makes for heartwarming perspectives on the world. I enjoy that Nicola doesn't judge anyone at a glance, making her friendships feel unconventional but wholesome. I wanted more details about Nicola and her backstory, and especially about her companion Simon, as the series starts without explaining much about them. This volume is a cute introduction to Nicola and this strange demons' world, and the cozy journey it presents leaves me wanting more of these silly adventures.
October 30, 2024
Qué Adorable (￣▽￣)
Nicola es una niña bruja que de repente se encuentra en el mundo demoniaco y se encuentra con Simón, un joven demonio mercader, con quien vive pequeñas aventuras.
Dibujos hermosos, historia graciosa y creativa y una protagonista curiosa, bondadosa, un poco chismosa y súper adorable! (๑>◡<๑)
Me encantó ♡
Nicola es una niña bruja que de repente se encuentra en el mundo demoniaco y se encuentra con Simón, un joven demonio mercader, con quien vive pequeñas aventuras.
Dibujos hermosos, historia graciosa y creativa y una protagonista curiosa, bondadosa, un poco chismosa y súper adorable! (๑>◡<๑)
Me encantó ♡
February 8, 2021
Nicola Traveling Around the Demons' World, Vol. 1, by Asaya Miyanaga, is a lovely little manga about a young witch who has travelled to the Demon's world. She meets a travelling companion, a roguish travelling salesman with a kind heart. The two of them travel throughout the land in a series of small stories, visiting pleasant inns, meeting ghosts, gathering mushrooms, and learning magic. These are sweet and charming stories, with little that is overly dramatic or violent. They are perfectly cosy manga to read, and easily recommended for fans of the sweet and fun manga out there.
January 15, 2024
I first stumbled upon this series a few years ago but never got around to reading it until now and I’m so mad at myself for it! This was adorable, cozy, comforting, and everything you could want for a quick read to get lost in!
April 24, 2026
Apparently I need me some cutesy kidsy manga to help temper the mood after extremely violent adult manga, and this definitely hit the spot! The art is adorable, unique, and full of whimsy. The whole thing is fluffy and sweet, but with atmosphere and character. Yes, this will do quite nicely!
January 31, 2020
Presh!!!!!!!!
July 8, 2021
This was just so cute and wholesome. I loved every minute of it!
September 1, 2023
Que bonito es todo, me encanto el dibujo que se sale del usual y la historia se siente tan tranquila y bonita. Amo esto.
Ch 1-6
Ch 1-6
November 26, 2024
C'était trop mignon 🥰hâte de lire la suite
August 3, 2026
It's a perfect combination of adorable and dorky stroy
November 6, 2019
This was so good!
May 5, 2024
Adoro la dinámica entre Simon y Nicola, me encanta Nicola, adoro el mundo y la magia, el dibujo… LO ADORO TODO. Sabía que este iba a ser mi tipo de lectura.
May 30, 2024
Pero, ¿Qué preciosidad acabo de leer? 😍
Me ha enamorado, tiene un montón de mensajes super bonitos. ❤️
Me ha enamorado, tiene un montón de mensajes super bonitos. ❤️
April 26, 2022
So sweet I just love all the characters!
July 26, 2022
Very cute slice of life that follows a young human as she travels the demon world. It's the perfect little cozy read for a quiet moment.
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