Izakaya is a place where you go to drink and eat, usually you only get food that is right to have a drink besides, that being said, in this manga, there’s an Izakaya, in an old German villa like a door in space and time that bring you into a modern space in japan.

This story reminded me of food wars with a little bit of kodoko no gourmet, people really enjoy the food, is like something is revealed to them, even if they are really picky eaters, its a short read, and I did enjoy the drawing and story, I wish I had the door to this Izakaya near me hahaha.

If like me you did enjoy food wars, and other stories that revolve around food, you’ll enjoy this manga.

Thank you Netgalley and Udon Entertainment, for the free ARC and this is my honest opinion.

Very cute story with lots of delicious food and lovely pictures. Would make an absutely stellar slice of life jdrama

A netgalley review

Otherworldly Izakaya Nobu Volume 1 serves up a delightful blend of Japanese charm set against the backdrop of a medieval European city. Through whimsical storytelling and intricately detailed illustrations, readers are transported to the enigmatic "Nobu" pub, where an eclectic cast of characters indulges in unfamiliar Japanese cuisine, finding solace and camaraderie in each delectable bite. With its heartwarming narrative and cozy atmosphere, this volume offers the perfect escape for those in search of a feel-good read. So, if you're craving a taste of culinary fantasy with a side of whimsy, step into the enchanting world of Nobu.

This was so much fun to read! And all the food...so mouth watering and oddly educational. I loved the artwork, the zing zang of it all, and again...the food! I loved the characters reacting to the restaurant, the dishes, and the exchange between the server and the patrons. This was a nice change in reading these mangas and I welcomed all of the anything and everything revolving around the deliciousness in the book. I really enjoyed this!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the e-copy of this fun book in exchange for my honest review.

"Otherworldly Izakaya Nobu Volume 1" by Natsuya Semikawa (Author) and Virginia Nitouhei (Artist) is simple in its intent and I like that. It just has a nice laid back style wherecharacters going to an izakaya that is not quite from that time period so the food amazes the locals.

I love this type of story so that is why selected it to read. I do wish it had more about preparing the meal because that is often my favorite part, but I also enjoy the reactions. My favorite was the tax collector who was so blown away by the simple Spaghetti Napolitan that he left the izakaya a different man.

The text and vignette type plot work well with the straightforward art. Just a mellow and enjoyable read and sometimes that all a reader wants and needs.

Delightful slice of life manga. A traditional Japanese diner is connected through a portal to a medieval German town, introducing the residents to oddities like cold ale, raw fish, and heating plates. There’s no proper plot. The volume consists of six stories that each introduce a traditional Japanese dish that bring happiness to people’s lives, with different characters in each story. Illustrations were well-drawn and beautiful. For those who want a cozy escape.

A refreshing slice of life manga with great characters and a simple plot make for an amazing read. An absolute must for fans of Shokugeki no Soma looking for a much more relaxed read!

‘Otherworldly Izakaya Nobu, Volume 1’ by Natsuya Semikawa with art by Virginia Nitouhei is a manga about a medieval town with a strange new pub.

Rumors abound about a new pub that serves cold beer and unusual food. Two soldiers who are tired of the usual fare of potatoes, are treated to a new dish. A little girl who is a picky eater, gets surprised by something she actually wants to eat to the delight of her caretaker. These are just a few of the encounters in this first volume.

I like this series about an unusual bar showing up in an unexpected place. The stories are charming and the premise of a meal unexpectedly made to meet a need is really good. The art is also nice as well.

This was a nice manga. I think it was written more for the atmosphere and food, than for the plot. It was not something I found really interesting, but I do admire the education on different types of food. Also, I don't know if it was an issue with my reading device or the actual images, but they were a bit grainy.

Thank you to Net Galley who provided an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGallery for this amazing manga. I loved everything about it! I will be reading the rest of the manga. By the way, this is such a cozy read. I like how all the characters are very likeable and kind hearted 💖 I feel like this might be ranked high in my favorite manga list.

Really enjoyed the story, there are a few that are not related to one another, but all about the Izakaya and their foods. For someone who knows Japanese food, this manga is a treat. But to those who don't know, this manga offers explanation of the traditional food of Japan.

This story isn't really for me, it did have some interesting characters and a lot of food. Though I prefer a more in depth story. However if you like small character backstories and good food this would be a book for you. It was a cute and interesting concept, just not my cup of tea.

Otherworldly Izakaya is one of my favorite animes! I’m so happy to be approved for this ARC! I’ve always loved the small but fulfilling stories in each episode as well as the showcasing of authentic Japanese food. I always end up on Pinterest saving recipes of food the characters eat. It is such love letter to food. Loved this manga!

This is a really well done manga about food, but it also had really cute stories. I love that the people in the short stories all ended up knowing each other and being connected. This book just made you feel good and reminds me of a manga version of Ratatouille - food bringing people together and remembering good times.

Nice start to a series and I see a lot of potential.

Thanks to #NetGalley for an e-copy of #IzakayaNobu by Natsuya Semikawa (Author), Virginia Nitouhei (Artist) to read and review.

Unexpectedly quick read! I don’t usually enjoy episodic manga but something about these quick and uplifting food stories had me hooked! This manga had a warm atmosphere, cute characters and I wanted to eat all of the food!

I received my copy from Netgalley, I really liked this manga. It's a very good slice-of-life food-based story. I only wish there was more of an interlocking plot through the episodic chapters. The food all looks amazing in the story and what characters we did get were very fun.

One day a mysterious pub opens up in a small Germanic town. No one can read the sign, no one can read the menu, and no one knows where the food Nobu serves even comes from. What they do know is that this little pub, seemingly from another world has brought large helping of warmth with a side of delicious.

I think most manga fans will agree that there is something simply comforting about a story that revolves around food. And I found that Otherworldly Izakaya Nobu serves an extra helping of that comfort. This story most certainly centers around food but it also centers around how food brings people together and puts a smile on their faces, even after the most difficult days.

I really enjoyed the episodic feel as well, because there are many characters lives we are following it gives you the feeling that you are checking with a friend and I enjoyed that immensely. And all of those characters are well done. While some like the tax collector (the reviewer from Ratatouille) immediately come off as
almost cookie cutter Semikawa does a really good job at giving them their own personalities.

Overall, I'm looking forward to the next Volume and definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a manga that just feels like a warm hug. Although, I do highly recommend having some snacks prepared while reading it because I'm starving now!

A cute light read perfect for a cozy day in!

The manga has to do with food, specifically characters exploring cuisine. While this was adorable and id definitely recommend it wasn't super memorable due to the lack of backstories regarding the characters

I decided to pick up this copy because of the food.
I loved this volume. The art is really stunning. The characters are attractive. Everything is very detailed, including facial expressions.
A magic pub?
You learn about a mixture of German and Japanese foods.
The problem is: wouldn’t this get old? the same storyline?
Other than that, it’s a good volume, how would the future volumes be?

— a delicious 5 ⚝'s

oh my god, have i found a new feel good, slice of life, gourmet series to love with my whole soul? absolutely.

this was incredible. im a huge fan of gourmet manga series. campfire cooking in another world with my absurd skill and food wars are one of my favourite series of all time. while food wars has more of a competitive side to it, campfire cooking is extremely slice of life and feel good. and Otherworldly Izakaya Nobu stirs up the same exact feelings in me. this left my heart feeling full and me feeling extremely hungry. gourmet series just have a charm about them that is unparalleled. seeing various different people respond to food with so much joy and happiness is so delightful. i love that food brought out the inner child in one of the characters in this volume.

it astounds me how much depth a gourmet manga like this can have. i love the setting and the characters. The chief, shinobu, nikolaus and hans are EVERYTHING. this manga fully immerses you in its atmosphere. i am deeply impressed. my cheeks hurt from smiling throughout this entire volume.

so excited to continue on with this series! running to watch the anime immediately 🏃🏻‍♀️

thank you to netgalley and Udon Entertainment for an e-arc of this manga. all thoughts and opinions are my own and not influenced in any way.