Even though this series is only one volume, I thoroughly enjoyed everything from the art to the likeable cast. Luka and Sakura's shenanigans were fun to see and I would do just about anything to see them in more chapters and volumes. Regardless, it's a quick read that'll make you smile, want to go to a bathhouse or onsen, and wish for more chapters!

Really really cute and funny. I loved the antics all these demons/vampires get up to. And the nonsense rules they follow. I'll definitely be looking out for a volume 2.

This manga is so cute! The art is lovely and I adore all the characters and the setting! Everyone is so fun and unique and their relationships with one another are to die for cute!

A funny slice of life manga about a vampire and a human who manages a bath house. Full of sexy demons and funny banter this is a great light hearted read. Would recommend if you were a fan of Kamisama Kiss, same vibes just gay and sexier.

<blockquote><i>Wherever our hopes are, is where the Full Moon Baths will be!</i></blockquote>
This was absolutely delightful! Like, all the way through reading this, I had a huge smile on my face. It has its faults and its flaws, no doubt, but when faced with the things about it that I enjoyed, those flaws seem so insignificant. It was cute and hilarious in a really simple way, and it's exactly what I needed. We're following a posh vampire from another realm, who decides that a visit to the human realm, and specifically to a Japanese bathhouse, is just what he needs to cure his ennui. There, he meets Sakura, the grandson of the owner, and through a series of complicated events, starts living and working at the bathhouse.

I adored this. The art was really lovely; sometimes super intricate, especially when we get scenes of Luka's home, and his elaborate outfits. And I really love the way the mangaka drew people and expressions. It's a style that's slightly reminiscent of <i>Spy Family</i>, or other manga in that vein. There's a certain expression characters would make when they're being deadpan or sarcastic, and I just love it. This is kinda slice of life, showing us life at the bathhouse, but mostly Sakura taking care of his little brother Umenosuke, and how Luka ends up helping with that. Listen to me: I would die for Umenosuke. I LOVE THAT KID SO MUCH; HE'S SUCH A SWEETHEART. He's definitely the reason why my rating is this high. He's such a little darling, with his determination and care and love for his brother and friendship with his lil demon buddy! I wanna cry just thinking about him. 

There's also a hint of romance between Luka and Sakura; mostly just Luka flirting and Sakura being flustered and annoyed. I am who I am, so I would have really preferred if there had been MORE romance? And I'm kinda disappointed that this is apparently a standalone. There's definitely more to be done and said in this universe, and the way it ends makes this feel kind of incomplete. (Which is the biggest of the flaws that I alluded to.) But I can't bring myself to complain too much, because I just loved the substance of this so much. Definitely recommended, if you're in the mood for something cute and light-hearted.

I had no idea what to expect going into this one, but I'm happy to report it was delightful.

This was a very quick, fluffy read. I adored the characters and the bathhouse. Luka was so funny and full of himself, but also the thought and care he put into taking care of Sakura and his little brother was just so sweet. I just couldn't not love him. While this story was a lot of fun- it felt underdeveloped in parts.

There was quite a bit that happened that felt very rushed and that was disappointing. It felt like this one should've been expanded into a few more volumes.

Yes, I read this one because I think the cover is freaking adorable. I was very happy to discover that the story is equally delightful and the art is beautiful. I do wish it was an ongoing series because the ending isn't particularly satisfying, but I'm still very happy to have read it.

This was such a cute, lighthearted manga. You can definitely tell that it was originally separate short comics that were combined and the story doesn’t always flow the best. However, it was never enough to take me out of the story.

The art is gorgeous and honestly I decided to read it just based on the cover alone. I really enjoyed the character designs and thought everyone was well done. Umenosuke was adorable and I love him.

The ending was really abrupt and I do wish it was either wrapped up a bit more or that there were more volumes.

This was such a fun manga to read. And the art style is amazing. The characters were also very interesting. However, I felt like the story was a bit stagnant.

Thank you, NetGalley & Kodansha Comics for access to the manga!

This was a really fun, low-stakes read. There's a festival, a school track meet, and, of course, bathhouses. The concept was interesting and made me want to go to a bathhouse for all the restorative properties.

I would love to see Sakura and Luka continue their partnership. Luka the vampire was a fantastic character, and it was nice seeing him interact in the human world & help out Sakura. It would have been beneficial to show more of Luka's kingdom and see how his personality fits as a ruler. Hopefully, there will be more of his background explored in the sequel.

Okay so thank you netgalley for the opportunity to read this comic/manga. My honest review is that if you're looking for a soft and cute BL manga, you definitely have to read this because it's short and funny and easy to read. I have to say my favourite character is the baby.

3.75/5

First of all, thanks to netgalley and Kodansha comics for sending me this in return of my honest review. I absolutely love manga and graphic novels, but this was not like the typically ones I read. However, it was super cute and funny. The illustrations were great but at times the characters looked too much a lot. I could only tell the difference in some images by the point of the ears. Secondly, I think some of the story might have gotten lost in translation. It was either worded strangely or it just seemed like parts were missing. In some areas of the story, it felt like it jumped around and left me hanging. For example: when they were doing the competitions, they hyped up the leg race and we didn't even get to see it in action. We only got to know what place they got. I would have loved to see that scene. Overall, the banter was funny, and i loved the characters. If there is ever another volume, I would love to read it.

I mean... it is pretty much exactly what I expected when I downloaded it. It is fun, cozy, and a very quick read for a night when you have nothing else to do. I like it, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend it to others unless they have very specific tastes.

ARC provided by Netgalley & Kodansha Comics


Content/Trigger Warnings: Mentions of stalking


This was a surprisingly cozy, silly fun time of a read! I really enjoyed following a vampire who just wants to go to a bathhouse to decompress and relax! I also thought the backstory of Sakura and his little brother was really precious and wholesome. This was just a really charming, slice of life read with some really funny moments. I definitely recommend picking this up is you need something fun and wholesome to lighten up your day!


All thoughts, feelings, experiences, and opinions are honest and my own.

A vampire named Luka ends up at a bathhouse and takes a liking to not only the place but also the owner's oldest son. It mainly consists of Luka interacting with various aspects of the community + the shenanigans that ensue from his appearance.

It's a cute "slice of life" type of manga with a charming cast of characters. Light-hearted, wholesome, and a bit silly---rather easy read overall. Beyond that, there's an encounter with another vampire, but stakes are otherwise pretty low. There is a BL component but it's rather light (one-sided attraction for the most part).

If I had one minor grievance, it would be that I didn’t completely connect with the way the manga portrayed the bathhouse community. I think they tried for a communal feel, but I didn't really feel all that connected. Otherwise, though, it was an enjoyable read. Certainly a nice palette cleanser after reading heavier stuff.

Much appreciation to Kodansha and NetGalley for the eARC.

Dude what the hell even is this 😭 i think the author just wanted a nacked vampire in a bathhouse.. I was flabbergasted the whole time..

A Vampire in the Bathhouse is a wholesome comedic manga with lovable characters and an incredible art style. It was really easy for me to fall in love with Sakura and Luka and gave me Spirited Away vibes with the full moon baths and the magical world. I can’t help but feel that this was meant to be longer than one volume, and would have loved a continuation of the story and world. Hoping that Izuki creates more one-off volumes in this world and continues that way.

This is a very cute slice of life manga! I really loved how comfy and sweet the bathhouse environment is. The art style is also gorgeous.

Thanks to Kodansha and NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This manga made me happy and the art was beautiful. I truly enjoyed the storyline and how the characters developed naturally. This was a nice break from other mangas because I felt the story gives a lot of context and plot to the reader. It was a joy to read. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the arc.

Sweet, wholesome, and cozy. I loved it! I love vampires and cozy bathhouses so this was a really fun read for me! I would definitely recommend this book!