Rating: 3.5 stars
I got this manga from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a quick, fun read! The characters were super sweet and the overall story had a great sense of humor. There’s a cute little hint of romance, and I really loved the friendship that developed between the main characters. The artwork was beautiful — in black and white, which threw me off at first, but it still looked visually very nice.

The story itself got a bit confusing in parts, and I found myself more into the characters than the actual plot. But overall, it was an enjoyable read that gave me a few smiles.

A cute and comedic slice of life with supernatural elements (if you're familiar with other series like the Devil is a Part timer, then the mix is likely one familiar to you). The ending is a little bit abrupt having to wrap up what plot threads there were promising a more expensive story, but on the whole it's nice read that not trying to be that deep but is still pretty to look at and shows off an aspect of Japanese life.

I do think it's disingenuous for this to marketed under the LGBTQIA+ category, though. Yes, the male vampire is down for sex with men, but that's mostly shown in him saying to the bathhouse attendant that they could smash each other to increase the vampire's power. And getting forcibly rejected every time, physically and with an air of the bathhouse attendant feeling harassed by it as a presumed straight guy. In 2025, I think we deserve better rep than a gag manga's stale joke.

This manga is about exactly what it sounds like: a vampire in a bathhouse. This was a quick, easy read, and I thought the art style was gorgeous. There were some humorous moments, but the plot was very slow and wasn't really what I expected it to be. Things started to pick up when Yomi showed up, but I don't think I'd be interested enough to continue reading the series.

Well I have to admit, while I wasn’t quite sure what I was picking up, I didn’t fully imagine this. A Vampire in the Bathhouse is basically what it sounds like. An ancient vampire sees a bathhouse and decides that it is what he needs. So, he basically moves into Full Moon Bathhouse and takes on Sakura as his ‘pact partner’ to which he can drink blood from in exchange for ‘help’ around the bathhouse. Sakura is taking care of the family bathhouse and his little brother by himself; his parents are off somewhere and only his grandparents are around…somewhere. So, he doesn’t seem too reluctant to have Luka suddenly appear and basically move in because his employee went off on paternity leave and he’s trying to do everything himself.

What we get is basically a series of short stories about them and the bathhouse, family outings to things like a festival, the younger brother getting lunch made by Luka for a school trip, the school sport festival, etc. I guess I thought I would get something that had a little more of an overall plot, but it didn’t really seem to be the case. Things seem to pick up a bit with the appearance of Yomi, but overall I thought, for a slice-of-life type manga, this one was a little lacking. The art was good, and the school had some LBGTQ+ representation in it, but it didn’t develop much depth in the first volume. Hopefully it will develop in the next volume.

If you are looking for something a bit light hearted, somewhat comedic, and a bit episodic, this one is for you.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher (Kodansha Comics) for a free eARC to review.

A Vampire in the Bathhouse is a cute manga all about a vampire who hears about the a bathhouse and it's relaxing benefits and decides to go there. Over time he learns that it's less about the baths and more about the community that it serves.

I'd compare this to Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid but WAY less creepy.

Whilst I did enjoy this book, I think I'm in such a slump that I'm not particularly moved by it.

A really cute but sexy vampire story about working in a bath house & experiencing daily life in the human world. Liked the grumpy/sunshine vibe and the addition of the demon helper and child friends too. A heart warming story.

I requested and received this book from NetGalley. My opinions are my own.

"A Vampire in the Bathhouse" by Niko Izuki is a (mostly) wholesome and silly story set in a bathhouse. There's so many things I enjoyed about this manga: the characters are lovable, the setting is interesting, and the art is beautiful. (The little details and facial expressions are spot on.) But it also left me wanting.

The story follows Luka and Sakura. Luka is quirky in the grandiose way only a vampire could be (I love his pointy ears). Sakura is a hard working human and a beloved member of the community surrounding the bathhouse. (There are many side characters but these 2 are the main characters.) They get into so many hijinks together (mostly caused by Luka) and really explore the shopping district around the bathhouse.

Which bring me to my favorite thing about this manga. The story really showcases the importance of family, community, and love. It's the main theme throughout the manga. Its always there but you might miss it (until a certain point) if you're distracted by the sillys, the pretty/cute art, and/or the attractive characters. Or if you're caught up in the the hijinks of the characters.

Overall I enjoyed "A Vampire in the Bathhouse", but I wanted more. In certain moments it felt like j had completely missed something only to realize that it didn't happen on page. Despite this I still greatly enjoyed the manga. I love a funny manga. And I am still excited for whatever Niko Izuki does next.

4.5 ✨
Very cute and silly grumpy/sunshine slice-of-life story that takes place in a bath house. I like when we get sunny vampire characters. Sakura's dry responses to Luka sent me every time. Pequeño and Ume are adorable. I'd read a little bundle of shorts of their adventures.

Thank you to Kodansha Comics for this ARC!

3.25 stars.

This was sooo cute!! ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ ) I had such a fun time with this manga; the artwork is gorgeous, there were so many funny and cute moments that had me laughing and gushing at the same time, and all the characters were sooo easy to love! Well... almost all the characters (ᵕ—ᴗ—) Because I ended up loving everybody... except Sakura ( ._. )"" Which is kind of a problem considering he's one of the two main characters.

There's next-to-zero romance in this, which wasn't a surprise considering it's not categorized as romance despite the blurb hinting that there might be something there, but what bothered me about Sakura was that I just felt like he was very dismissive and harsh to Luka who I felt was very well-intentioned and sweet. The two of them have a very similar relationship to Haruhi and Tamaki from Ouran High School Host Club; others might really enjoy their dynamic and find Sakura's dismissive and even at times insulting comebacks very funny, but I've just always found them a little harsh and... dull? It felt like everyone had such brilliant and vibrant and loveable personalities, and Sakura was just trying to shut it down all the time, and I wished he was more interesting (◡ ‿ ◡ )

That said, everyone else really carried the story. Luka was everything I want to be, he was so elegant and cool and funny, Yomi was HILARIOUS (≧∇≦), and I WOULD DIE FOR UMENOSUKE!! (づ ᴗ _ᴗ)づ♡

My nitpicks are really just that - nitpicks. I think others really won't mind Sakura's character, and he definitely wasn't bad or anything. In the end, I had such a good time reading this, the art and humor were all on point, but what really made me enjoy it was the characters. They were the heart of this, and I loved (most of) the relationships so much (like a solid 95% (≧∇≦)). If nothing else, I would happily reread this just for Luka and Umenosuke, they were that wonderful (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)

This manga is an excellent mix of slice-of-life, light fantasy elements, and found family to create a cozy and delightful read. It is a cute and lighthearted story definitely worth coming back for.

Based on some other reviews, it looks like it was originally intended to be a full series, but was cut short to this one volume. It does wrap up the main plot points, but some things, like the potential romantic plot, is left unanswered on the page.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing a digital arc for an honest review.

A curious demon loves trying new things from the human world, and one day he discovers bathhouses. Intrigued, he visits one and ends up forming a contract with the human who helps run it. As he learns all about what makes the bathhouse so special, he finds himself staying much longer than expected—eventually attracting other demons from his world to the peaceful little place.

It’s a cozy, fun story with a unique twist on the supernatural, blending everyday life with demon mischief in the most charming way.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kodansha Comics for letting me read and enjoy this manga.

This cover is really what drew me in, it’s absolutely gorgeous. And the artwork is so detailed and the colours are amazing, but then I got into the book and it’s all black and white so I was super disappointed. I wanted to see all of that colour carried throughout. The artwork remained super detailed just colours would have elevated it.
The story itself was just good for me. It was a cozier read and I did enjoy it but it wasn’t amazing.
I’d still recommend this read to others but I don’t think I’ll carry on with the series.

This was quick, this was fun, this was pretty perfect ngl. the characters were cute, the artstyle was right up my alley and sometimes fun short stories are exactly what i need

I enjoyed this cosy slice of life manga. A cute, heartwarming read about a vampire who wants to soothe his aching body and finds his family in the process.

I found this Manga an enjoyable read about a vampire who seeks comfort in a bathhouse.

The author does a great job of mixing humor and emotion, allowing readers to connect with the vampire's struggles and friendships.

The characters are well developed, each bringing their own charm to the story.

The writing is engaging and keeps you interested throughout. Overall, a fun read for anyone who enjoys fantasy and a touch of romance, offering a fresh take on vampire stories.

I liked the art style!
A sweet slice-of-life story following a vampire that finds himself transported to a bathhouse.
4 stars.
arc provided by Netgalley

It was an okay read - i did love the art style and the character designs, it was split into mini episodes with pretty easy to follow "slice of life"-esque plot lines. It did get a tad boring after the second episode but if you're not looking for exciting plot, its a really cute read. Though it is marked as LGBTQIA+ on netgalley which felt a little misleading as there's nothing really in the book to suggest any of the characters are, except a throwaway line about demons not caring about gender ..

This book gave what it needed to give. The art style was amazing. I am honestly jealous and wish I could draw even a quarter as well as the illustrator.

Once again, I am a simple person. Give me an easy-to-follow plot, good characters, and a cute child to soothe my humble heart, and yes, I will love it. This book is cozy, and I would very much recommend it to anyone looking for an easy palette cleanser.

⋆˚࿔ Thank you to NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, and Niko Izuki for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review. 𝜗𝜚˚⋆

Luka is a vampire in need of something relaxing and what better way to do so than in a bathhouse in the human realm. It also turns out that Sakura, the human in charge of the bathhouse is in need of help to take care of it.

This was a really fun and cute manga. I really loved very single character even though I'm not exactly a fan of how the pact between Luka and Sakura started off (I don't like when consent isn't clearly established).

It's a slice of life manga that never gets boring because there are also some pretty intriguing plotlines being introduced. As a fan of the genre, I just loved how soft and sweet and cozy everything was.

The art is also really pretty with cool character designs and a nice attention to detail in the environments. The writing goes perfectly well with the ambiance of the manga! Overall, it was a great quick read!

Huge thanks to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for the e-ARC!

Finished reading:
A Vampire in the Bathhouse
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Pages: 212
Genre: Manga. Fantasy/romance
LGBTQIA+ rep: Achillean romance
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Thank you @netgalley for providing me with an ARC for this manga!

It really was a cute and sweet manga, with many heartfelt moments and thought provoking moments too. It really leans heavily on how powerful a community can be and that you need people to make a business a welcoming and warm place!

The sweet nature of Luka and Sakura was inspiring too! Luka made a pact with Sakura in the beginning, and it is clear that they like to have each other around, but Sakura can be mean against Luka, which he so casually ignores it makes it even funnier.

All in all, this was a very enjoyable, sweet and funny manga 🥰