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満月をさがして [Full Moon wo Sagashite] #2
Full Moon O Sagashite, Vol. 2
A spark of hope ignites into a blaze in 12-year-old Mitsuki Koyama's life when a comical pair of magical beings appears to prove to her that dreams really do come true.
192 pages, Paperback
First published October 15, 2001
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About the author
Arina Tanemura
185 books1,016 followersName in Japanese: 種村有菜 (Tanemura Arina)
Western Zodiac: Pisces
Arina Tanemura was born on March 12, 1978. She's the author of Full Moon O Sagashite, Time Stranger Kyoko, Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne, The Gentlemen's Alliance Cross, Sakura Hime Kaden, and more.
Her favorite hobby is Karaoke. One song that she sings is Smile, originally by Myco. She has two cats, named Riku and Kai. She has one elder and one younger sister and one brother. She's the type who hates to lose in anything. She also likes Ribon.
Western Zodiac: Pisces
Arina Tanemura was born on March 12, 1978. She's the author of Full Moon O Sagashite, Time Stranger Kyoko, Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne, The Gentlemen's Alliance Cross, Sakura Hime Kaden, and more.
Her favorite hobby is Karaoke. One song that she sings is Smile, originally by Myco. She has two cats, named Riku and Kai. She has one elder and one younger sister and one brother. She's the type who hates to lose in anything. She also likes Ribon.
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August 30, 2023
The cliffhanger in this one 😱😱😱😱😱😱
April 15, 2018
Liebe! <3
June 28, 2015
Team Takuto *___*
February 23, 2016
This series kind of reminds me of a pop song where the lyrics were chosen not based on their actual meaning, but based on how they sound with the music and the images they invoke. As far as I can tell, the story is kind of cheesy and slow-paced, but it doesn't matter to me, because I'm hardly paying any attention to it. The thing about those pop songs is that they're a lot better if you just ignore the lyrics, and focus on the music and the feelings. So that's what I'm doing here - I'm ignoring the semblance of a plot, and just focusing on the cutesy artwork and the faux-emotional dialogue. My reading experience would've been only slightly different if I were reading the untranslated Japanese version. It's kind of fun to read like that, but I don't gain anything from it - it's kind of a waste of time. So while I don't intend to continue with the series, I bear no ill will to the books I've read. And if you enjoy fluff simply for the sake of fluff, there's no reason for you not to read this book.
January 14, 2024
The story continues and while there's still hope in the singing part of things, what becomes more interesting is the relationship with the shinigamis and the backstory for each of them. The suicide thing is somewhat startling, and our main character's desparate desire to make people happy (and to sing for the one she loves) is a little strange as well, and a little unsettling. I'm still not entirely sure what I think about this.
October 14, 2022
I liked the pacing of this one a lot more than the first volume! I think there's actually growth in characters now, and the plot developments are enticing.
December 29, 2023
Still slow and a confusing ending, but better then book 1
April 27, 2020
Reread!
Izumi is probably the best character in the series. And I really start to remember why. He comes off a calculating, cold and yet oddly funny. It’s not clear if Arina wants you to like him at first, but even in the few moments he gets it becomes clear that he is much more complex than he lets on.
That by the way is the case for all the Shinigami. We were told this in the first volume, but it’s further explained here, that Shinigami were once people who committed suicide. It’s a tough topic to cover in a Shoujo Manga and I‘m pretty sure had this been published today, it would have come with a trigger warning. Topics like this are never easy to use in fiction and especially a fantasy tale like this seems an odd choice. Though so far, it’s handled with class. Mitsuki doesn’t judge or asks too many questions. While the Shinigami see their "jobs" as a punishment and never-ending torment, Mitsuki believes it is their second chance at life, to find happiness. She gives them hope, therefore forming that odd little family with one ill girl and her four death angels.
I love the group dynamic. Each one of these characters has a distinct personality and style (it’s the first time not all male character look like Chiaki Nagoya from Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne) and there are a lot of hints to respective backstories that definitely leave you wanting more.
Other characters also get a bit more depths or are at least teased and new players are introduced. The volume also ends on an intriguing cliffhanger, introducing Mitsuki’ a Doctor as her new producer.
Sometimes it’s really hard to forget cultural differences while reading Manga. I guess it was easier in a way when I was younger and didn’t pay as much attention to certain details as I do now.
But seriously, the ages of the respective romantic pairings are weird. There are some uncomfortable age gaps, to say the least. Even the four years between Mitsuki and Eichi, I mean he was 14 when he told a 10 year old he loved her. That’s not cool. But oh well, it still works better here than the horror story known as My Magic Fridays.
Anyways, like with Volume 1, I enjoyed revisiting this.
Gin Yuu Mei Ka
This Volume also includes a short story about an insecure young pianist supposedly meeting a Tree Fairy who inspires him to play with all of his heart.
It’s... cute? I suppose? I don’t know, I completely forgot this short story is even a thing, even if I read it before.
It’s fine but forgettable. I have read several of Arina’s short stories, but this one doesn’t leave much of an impact.
Izumi is probably the best character in the series. And I really start to remember why. He comes off a calculating, cold and yet oddly funny. It’s not clear if Arina wants you to like him at first, but even in the few moments he gets it becomes clear that he is much more complex than he lets on.
That by the way is the case for all the Shinigami. We were told this in the first volume, but it’s further explained here, that Shinigami were once people who committed suicide. It’s a tough topic to cover in a Shoujo Manga and I‘m pretty sure had this been published today, it would have come with a trigger warning. Topics like this are never easy to use in fiction and especially a fantasy tale like this seems an odd choice. Though so far, it’s handled with class. Mitsuki doesn’t judge or asks too many questions. While the Shinigami see their "jobs" as a punishment and never-ending torment, Mitsuki believes it is their second chance at life, to find happiness. She gives them hope, therefore forming that odd little family with one ill girl and her four death angels.
I love the group dynamic. Each one of these characters has a distinct personality and style (it’s the first time not all male character look like Chiaki Nagoya from Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne) and there are a lot of hints to respective backstories that definitely leave you wanting more.
Other characters also get a bit more depths or are at least teased and new players are introduced. The volume also ends on an intriguing cliffhanger, introducing Mitsuki’ a Doctor as her new producer.
Sometimes it’s really hard to forget cultural differences while reading Manga. I guess it was easier in a way when I was younger and didn’t pay as much attention to certain details as I do now.
But seriously, the ages of the respective romantic pairings are weird. There are some uncomfortable age gaps, to say the least. Even the four years between Mitsuki and Eichi, I mean he was 14 when he told a 10 year old he loved her. That’s not cool. But oh well, it still works better here than the horror story known as My Magic Fridays.
Anyways, like with Volume 1, I enjoyed revisiting this.
Gin Yuu Mei Ka
This Volume also includes a short story about an insecure young pianist supposedly meeting a Tree Fairy who inspires him to play with all of his heart.
It’s... cute? I suppose? I don’t know, I completely forgot this short story is even a thing, even if I read it before.
It’s fine but forgettable. I have read several of Arina’s short stories, but this one doesn’t leave much of an impact.
May 10, 2012
I love this series. There's a good bit of character development going on here, especially with the rival. And so pretty. The unrelated bonus story was ok, but it didn't quite live up to the main story. But at least it was just as pretty.
April 13, 2016
A short and fun read!
But I'm a little disappointed cause it was kind of boring at times ...
But I'm a little disappointed cause it was kind of boring at times ...
November 7, 2025
Review for complete series
Twelve-year-old Mitsuki loves to sing - but a tumour in her throat and her overprotective grandmother prevent her from pursuing any serious music career. One day, two figures glide through her bedroom wall and introduce themselves as shinigami - angels of death - who have come to investigate some strange circumstances of her upcoming death. Knowing that she will die in a years time, Mitsuki entreats the shinigami to help her become a singer before her time runs out. She does not, however, tell them that it is more than just her love for singing that drives her.
This is one of the few manga where I can tell a big difference between my perception of it now compared to when I first read it some odd ten years ago. It was one of my first manga and it was a big favourite of mine - nowadays it is still a favourite, though to a certain extent more due to nostalgia. Some of the things that already bothered me ten years ago bother me even more now. However, it is still a lovely and heartfelt manga that I would prefer over many others.
I like Mitsuki as a character. She can be incredibly naive but I find it more believable in her considering her age and the fact that she's had a very sheltered life. I love how she is a tad traditional and even starts crying if someone starts cursing. I wouldn't call her a particularly strong character, though she does go through quite a bit of character development. At least her attitude towards life and death changes considerably.
The shinigami are a fun bunch of characters. The two main ones, Takuto and Meroko, who first introduce themselves to Mitsuki add a lot of fun to the series. Later we also get Izumi who comes across as rather sinister until he falls in with the rest. Although these characters are fun, much like Mitsuki, they have their own secrets and dark past.
Essentially, I feel as though Full Moon wo Sagashite goes into two very different directions - on one hand, it's a fun story of a twelve-year-old who gets to be a singer by the help of angels with animal characteristics. There's a lot of shenanigans with transformations, hiding true identities and coming up with enough cover up lies. But then, on the other hand, it tells a dark tale of lost opportunities, suicide, betrayal and terminal illnesses. I can't help but feel that these two don't work all that well together.
Most of the characters have a dark past - or so it would seem. I find that some of the 'sad' stories aren't all that sad and are trying to be more dramatic than what they actually are. But then, some of the other scenes are truly sad and can really give you that pang in the heart.
Idols always seem to be a popular theme for manga, and it's a theme I've never cared for much. Full Moon wo Sagashite is a unique one among them in that it doesn't have its main focus on the petty rivalry between the stars. It is more about the characters and their relationships, family, friendship and love. I loved the system behind the shinigami and Mitsuki was just the right character to be among them. So despite its shortcomings, it is still - and probably always will be - one of my favourite manga. Oh, and I love the art!
August 10, 2024
Oke. Jadi, ternyata Madoka bisa mendapatkan lirik Mitsuki karena dibantu oleh shinigami bernama Izumi Rio. Izumi ini dimintai tolong oleh Meroko untuk menggagalkan usaha Takuto membantu Mitsuki. Izumi mengabulkan permintaan Meroko karena ia menyukai cewek shinigami itu. Madoka memilih menggunakan lirik itu tanpa tahu bahwa itu adalah milik Mitsuki karena liriknya dikritik oleh manajernya.
Yang membingungkan buatku adalah cara Mitsuki menyelesaikan masalah. Karena tak ada bukti, ia sama sekali tak bisa mengatakan pada orang-orang di studio rekaman bahwa lirik yang dinyanyikan Madoka adalah miliknya. Tadinya ia membuat lirik seadanya on the spot. Tapi Takuto mencegah dengan merobek-robek kertas lirik Mitsuki di studio. Kejadian itu jelas dilihat oleh semua orang di sana. Karena mereka tak bisa melihat Takuto, mereka hanya bisa melihat kertas lirik itu robek sendiri, Mitsuki marah-marah sendiri lalu tertawa-tawa sendiri seperti orang gila. Dan anehnya nggak ada satu pun yang mempermasalahkan hal itu. Like what the hell?! Logika ceritanya gimana?
Mitsuki akhirnya menggunakan lirik lagunya yang asli, tapi mengubah bahasanya jadi bahasa Denmark karena dongeng The Little Mermaid berasal dari negara itu. Liriknya jadi terdengar magis. Tapi darimana Mitsuki bisa bahasa Denmark?! Takuto tak diperlihatkan menolongnya. Tiba-tiba saja dia bisa menyanyikannya dengan lancar dan memukau semua orang seperti biasa. Anehnya, nggak ada yang protes kenapa melodi lagunya bisa sama dengan lagu yang dinyanyikan Madoka gitu? What's going on?! Mangkel sendiri aku baca volume dua ini.
Lalu, ketika akhirnya Meroko mengaku bahwa lirik itu bisa berada di tangan Madoka karena campur tangannya, Mitsuki memaafkannya begitu saja tanpa beban? What the hell?! Bagaimana bisa?! Aku sungguh muak dengan karakter yang baiknya nggak manusiawi gini. Begitu juga ketika Madoka akhirnya mengaku bahwa ia mengambil lirik itu tanpa tahu bahwa itu milik Mitsuki, lagi-lagi Mitsuki legowo begitu saja. Sampai akhirnya Madoka sendirilah yang mengundurkan diri dari voting iklan sehingga Mitsuki yang terpilih jadi brand ambassador parfum itu. Padahal, Izumi tadinya sudah mengutak-atik hasil voting sehingga Madoka jadi pemenangnya. Bisa dibilang semua hal baik akhirnya jatuh ke tangan Mitsuki begitu saja tanpa dia perjuangkan sendiri. Menyebalkan.
Yang membingungkan buatku adalah cara Mitsuki menyelesaikan masalah. Karena tak ada bukti, ia sama sekali tak bisa mengatakan pada orang-orang di studio rekaman bahwa lirik yang dinyanyikan Madoka adalah miliknya. Tadinya ia membuat lirik seadanya on the spot. Tapi Takuto mencegah dengan merobek-robek kertas lirik Mitsuki di studio. Kejadian itu jelas dilihat oleh semua orang di sana. Karena mereka tak bisa melihat Takuto, mereka hanya bisa melihat kertas lirik itu robek sendiri, Mitsuki marah-marah sendiri lalu tertawa-tawa sendiri seperti orang gila. Dan anehnya nggak ada satu pun yang mempermasalahkan hal itu. Like what the hell?! Logika ceritanya gimana?
Mitsuki akhirnya menggunakan lirik lagunya yang asli, tapi mengubah bahasanya jadi bahasa Denmark karena dongeng The Little Mermaid berasal dari negara itu. Liriknya jadi terdengar magis. Tapi darimana Mitsuki bisa bahasa Denmark?! Takuto tak diperlihatkan menolongnya. Tiba-tiba saja dia bisa menyanyikannya dengan lancar dan memukau semua orang seperti biasa. Anehnya, nggak ada yang protes kenapa melodi lagunya bisa sama dengan lagu yang dinyanyikan Madoka gitu? What's going on?! Mangkel sendiri aku baca volume dua ini.
Lalu, ketika akhirnya Meroko mengaku bahwa lirik itu bisa berada di tangan Madoka karena campur tangannya, Mitsuki memaafkannya begitu saja tanpa beban? What the hell?! Bagaimana bisa?! Aku sungguh muak dengan karakter yang baiknya nggak manusiawi gini. Begitu juga ketika Madoka akhirnya mengaku bahwa ia mengambil lirik itu tanpa tahu bahwa itu milik Mitsuki, lagi-lagi Mitsuki legowo begitu saja. Sampai akhirnya Madoka sendirilah yang mengundurkan diri dari voting iklan sehingga Mitsuki yang terpilih jadi brand ambassador parfum itu. Padahal, Izumi tadinya sudah mengutak-atik hasil voting sehingga Madoka jadi pemenangnya. Bisa dibilang semua hal baik akhirnya jatuh ke tangan Mitsuki begitu saja tanpa dia perjuangkan sendiri. Menyebalkan.
March 25, 2022
"If I were God, I'd like to give another chance to people who've given up! I wouldn't want them to be sad forever... I'd want them to find... happiness."
I really like getting to see more into the characters, and seeing little tidbits of the past. I think I'm most excited to see Takuto's backstory, he might be my favorite so far, and I'm kind of shipping him with Mitsuki. However, I'm getting antsy and impatient when it comes to Eichi, for a character who has a bunch of story elements revolving around him, we've seen next to nothing of him. I want to know what he's been up to the last couple of years.
As a side note, Izumi is sort of interesting as a slightly antagonistic force, we have to have some kind of conflict, but I don't feel much other than apathy for his one-sided love for Meroko. I just don't find it interesting. The same could be said for Meroko's feelings towards Takuto as well though. I guess side character stories kind of bore me.
Anyways, can't wait to see what volume 3 has in store.
I really like getting to see more into the characters, and seeing little tidbits of the past. I think I'm most excited to see Takuto's backstory, he might be my favorite so far, and I'm kind of shipping him with Mitsuki. However, I'm getting antsy and impatient when it comes to Eichi, for a character who has a bunch of story elements revolving around him, we've seen next to nothing of him. I want to know what he's been up to the last couple of years.
As a side note, Izumi is sort of interesting as a slightly antagonistic force, we have to have some kind of conflict, but I don't feel much other than apathy for his one-sided love for Meroko. I just don't find it interesting. The same could be said for Meroko's feelings towards Takuto as well though. I guess side character stories kind of bore me.
Anyways, can't wait to see what volume 3 has in store.
December 20, 2018
I thought I remembered reading the first volume of this and really liking it, but that was apparently a different book, since this book didn't have any werewolves in it at all. I do still think I might have read it, it just wasn't the book I was expecting. If you don't have a firm memory of the first book, you might find yourself incredibly lost, since characters do a lot of shapeshifting, and it's hard to keep them straight. There is also a lot of filler about the author, which is fine, but means you get less of the story, itself. I did rather like the contained little story at the end, but was a bit cool on the main story, which consists a lot of the main character pining for a boy who moved away while trying to pursue a singing career before she dies. I impulsively got a bunch of these books, thinking they were that other title I can't now recall, so I guess I'll read more, but I'm not really excited about the prospect.
May 11, 2020
Meinung
Mitsuki gewinnt den Wettbewerb und tritt somit ins Showbusiness ein. Sie nimmt sogar an einem weiteren Wettbewerb teil, bei dem es um einen Werbespot geht. Währenddessen will Izumi ihre Seele jetzt schon haben und den Auftrag damit schon vorzeitig beenden.
Als Goodie gibt es in dem Manga noch eine weitere Geschichte „Gin Yuu Mei Ka“. Dabei geht es um ein Märchen über Kanon, die krank ist und anfängt zu kämpfen. Sie läuft weg und begegnet Akiyoshi, der an seinen Fähigkeiten zweifelt. Er lernt durch Kanon an sich zu glaube und genauso ist es andersrum.
Mir gefällt Mitsuki wirklich gut. Sie lässt keine Chance ungelegen und lebt ihr Leben, wie sie es noch nie zuvor getan hat. Ich bin von ihrem Willen und ihrer Motivation wirklich beeindruckt, wenn man bedenkt, dass im Grunde alles umsonst ist, da ihre Zeit nach einem Jahr abläuft.
Mitsuki gewinnt den Wettbewerb und tritt somit ins Showbusiness ein. Sie nimmt sogar an einem weiteren Wettbewerb teil, bei dem es um einen Werbespot geht. Währenddessen will Izumi ihre Seele jetzt schon haben und den Auftrag damit schon vorzeitig beenden.
Als Goodie gibt es in dem Manga noch eine weitere Geschichte „Gin Yuu Mei Ka“. Dabei geht es um ein Märchen über Kanon, die krank ist und anfängt zu kämpfen. Sie läuft weg und begegnet Akiyoshi, der an seinen Fähigkeiten zweifelt. Er lernt durch Kanon an sich zu glaube und genauso ist es andersrum.
Mir gefällt Mitsuki wirklich gut. Sie lässt keine Chance ungelegen und lebt ihr Leben, wie sie es noch nie zuvor getan hat. Ich bin von ihrem Willen und ihrer Motivation wirklich beeindruckt, wenn man bedenkt, dass im Grunde alles umsonst ist, da ihre Zeit nach einem Jahr abläuft.
January 6, 2025
Mitsuki has taken the first step toward her dream of becoming a famous pop star that can reach across the world to reconnect with her old crush Eichi. But she's also hit her first few snags. First, a rival singer stole her song minutes before a performance. Second, her grim reaper helper is actively plotting against her. Third, there's another grim reaper ready to step in and finish the job the last two have been dragging their feet on.
Then there's an extra short story at the end called "Gin-yu Meika" where a piano player falls in love with a tree spirit. It's a little weird and the drama is kind of a stretch.
This series has 7 volumes.
Then there's an extra short story at the end called "Gin-yu Meika" where a piano player falls in love with a tree spirit. It's a little weird and the drama is kind of a stretch.
This series has 7 volumes.
November 16, 2023
Bevor ich es gelesen habe war ich ein bisschen skeptisch, ich dachte tatsächlich, dieser Band wäre mehr oder weniger Vergessens wert, aber ich finde, dass selbst schon in diesem Band so viel mehr Tiefe ist als in dem ersten. Mir gefällt es einfach sehr gut, wie sich die Beziehungen aufbauen und die Geschichte zieht einen in seinen Bann. Ich finde es sehr schade, dass das Anime doch viel mehr bei dem deutlich kindlicheren Ton des ersten Bandes geblieben ist. Wahrscheinlich bin ich deswegen auch deutlich mehr ein Fan von diesem Manga.
January 26, 2018
Again, this feel so disjointed and messy that its hard for me to read. The text feels jumbled and the scenes shifts so often and abruptly is hard to keep track. And the romances feels so wrong like this 12 year old and the 17 year old... its just gross! I remember reading "Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne" and "Time Stranger Kyoko" and loving them when I was younger so I so confused that I hate this one and "The Gentlemen's Alliance †".
March 28, 2020
Beh, la Tanemura continua a sorprendermi!
Magari la storia principale merita tre stelline, ma la storia bonus alla fine mi è piaciuta proprio, con il ragazzo che suona il piano per lo spirito del ciliegio.
Izumi non mi piace molto come personaggio, son molto meglio gli altri due messaggeri di morte.
Magari la storia principale merita tre stelline, ma la storia bonus alla fine mi è piaciuta proprio, con il ragazzo che suona il piano per lo spirito del ciliegio.
Izumi non mi piace molto come personaggio, son molto meglio gli altri due messaggeri di morte.
December 25, 2023
I like how each character develops in this volume. Rivals become more sympathetic with motives of their own that aren't exactly evil, the question of why these shinigami exist (is it to punish them? Reward them? Save them?), and our protagonist kind of going off vibes and emotion rather than a string semblance of plot.
August 2, 2024
4,25/5
Me está gustando como se desarrolla toda la historia, la incorporación de nuevos personajes y su forma de ver la vida. Madoka ha tenido un mini desarrollo bonito, dándose cuenta de que sigue siendo ella pese a las operaciones estéticas. Y Mitsuki es tan pura, tiene solo 12 años… La quiero mucho
Me está gustando como se desarrolla toda la historia, la incorporación de nuevos personajes y su forma de ver la vida. Madoka ha tenido un mini desarrollo bonito, dándose cuenta de que sigue siendo ella pese a las operaciones estéticas. Y Mitsuki es tan pura, tiene solo 12 años… La quiero mucho
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April 10, 2020
My rating is low just because it took me a while to pick this up again and finally finish it. The story was cute, but something was missing that would have made it impossible for me to put it down.
Happy reading!
Happy reading!
March 14, 2023
Nuovo potere degli shinigami sbloccato: farti cantare in danese. Okay.
Aggiungiamo inoltre che gli shinigami mangiano, dormono e fanno il bagno come i comuni mortali. Oltre a trasformarsi in cosi peluche pucciosi. Ryuk, dove sei?
Aggiungiamo inoltre che gli shinigami mangiano, dormono e fanno il bagno come i comuni mortali. Oltre a trasformarsi in cosi peluche pucciosi. Ryuk, dove sei?
June 25, 2017
Pending.
April 9, 2018
This book was more filler than anything, which made it hard for me to get into.
New characters were introduced.
There was no need for the short story at the end but it was cute
New characters were introduced.
There was no need for the short story at the end but it was cute
September 16, 2018
Interesting and great illustrations but sometimes the conversation is hard to follow. I'm not sure if maybe it's a translation issue?
July 2, 2020
Full Moon is such a unique experience. It is so packed with emotions that even the fun, goofy, and silly parts are meaningful.
July 3, 2020
Me ha gustado tanto como el primer tomo. Arinna combina muy bien las escenas de humor con el dramatismo.
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