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Yotsuba&!
2003★ 8.8MANGAReleasing
ComedySlice of Life
Yotsuba&! shares the Comedy, Slice of Life genres and similar themes: Family Life, Female Protagonist, Slapstick.
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Chibi Maruko-chan
ちびまる子ちゃん
By Momoko Sakura1986MANGAReleasing
The title character, Maruko, is a nine-year-old third-grade student. She is lazy, disorganized and usually late for school, in strong contrast with her neat and tidy older sister who must share her room with her. Maruko, like many kids, tries to avoid homework and chores, takes advantage of her doting grandfather and squabbles with her sister. Nevertheless, she is a well-meaning child who tries to do good. Notes: - Won the 13th Kodansha Manga Award for shoujo in 1989. - After Sakura-sensei's passing in 2018, the production was taken over by her former assistants at Sakura Production, with irregular serialization continuing in Ribon Magazine.
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What is Chibi Maruko-chan about?
The title character, Maruko, is a nine-year-old third-grade student. She is lazy, disorganized and usually late for school, in strong contrast with her neat and tidy older sister who must share her room with her. Maruko, like many kids, tries to avoid homework and chores, takes advantage of her doti...
How many chapters does Chibi Maruko-chan have?
The chapter count for Chibi Maruko-chan is not listed; check AniList for the latest info.
What genre is Chibi Maruko-chan?
Chibi Maruko-chan belongs to the Comedy, Slice of Life genres.
What are the best manga similar to Chibi Maruko-chan?
The top manga similar to Chibi Maruko-chan include Yotsuba&!, Crayon Shinchan, The Wonderful World of Sazae-San. These share key genres and themes with Chibi Maruko-chan.