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 🥰

This was so CUTE. Absolutely no notes, I loved this book. All the characters were adorable, it had such good vibes. Like, early 2000s manga vibes. Like, manga I used to read online at 2am vibes. I loved it!!

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this was such a fun manga to read! i loved the characters, and the story was so unique. if you're looking for a quick, funny and lighthearted read, i absolutely recommend reading this manga! wish we got more though!

˗ˋˏ ୨୧ thank you to NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, and Niko Izuki for the digital arc in exchange for an honest review! ୨୧ ˎˊ˗

Title: A Vampire in the Bathhouse
Where I Read: Arc via @netgalley and @kodansha_en
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Luka is the most handsome, regal vampire around- who also happens to be entirely hungover. He demands a change and decides to look into the human realm for entertainment. What he finds instead is a cure for his problems. A sweet, Japanese bathhouse with rejuvenating properties to cure his aching self. At his arrival of Full Moon Baths, he meets Sakura the eldest son who thought his biggest thing to worry about was being short staffed. Boy, is he in for a surprise.
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I had never heard of this manga before and was very excited for the opportunity to read it! It’s deliciously hilarious and heart warming at the same time. Luka is hella sassy and sweet and very straightforward which I absolutely love. Sakura is such a “this is my life now” and is such a mood. 😂 I wish it was far longer than a one shot.

This was so cute and funny! It was wholesome with a little bit of sexual innuendos sprinkled in. I liked the art style, and the story gave me similar vibes to Mr. Villains Day Off. Very enjoyable read.

Overall, this manga was very enjoyable. The story was cute, heartwarming, and also funny. There were many different characters in the story, and they were all delight. I particularly enjoyed seeing the adorable friendship between Ume and Pequeño.

I hope that there will be more in this series and I look forward to further works by this author!

This was such a wholesome manga!
The art style was adorable, the characters were cute and all loveable. It’s more of a cozy manga as this isn’t really a rise and fall plot but that doesn’t make it any less enjoyable. The only problem I had was that the beginning’s pacing was a little off so much happens in like one to two pages. I know it’s to set up the rest of the manga but it could’ve been fleshed out a little more, also the ending felt very abrupt. I believe it’s a standalone but it feels like it could be a duology or series. I thought there would be more romance in it but that doesn’t take away from my enjoyment like the pacing issues did.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Niko Izuki for this early copy!


This manga is such a cute, fun and charming read with a unique premise. The art style is something I really enjoyed in this one, the main 3 men were some of the most beautiful characters I have ever seen! and so full of personality, perfectly matching the tone of the story.

The characters are quirky and lovable, and their interactions bring a lot of warmth and humour. Some moments had me genuinely laughing out loud. While not overly deep, it’s a delightful manga that’s both visually appealing and entertaining and gives a good needed giggle!

Definitely worth picking up if you’re looking for something lighthearted with a supernatural twist.

This is definitely one of my favorite manga of the year. Each character I wholeheartedly adored! Can't wait for this to continue. Definitely gave me Devil is a Part-Timer or Blood Lad vibes which only made me love it that much more.

A Vampire in the Bathhouse was such a cute read. It’s very much a slice of life story where we follow Luka who learns about a human bathhouse and decides to visit it from the demon realm. Once there, he meets Sakura and falls in love with the cozy bathhouse 💖

My favorite character in this manga absolutely had to be Umenosuke. He was such a cutie pie! He’s Sakura’s younger brother, and it’s clear how much he loves his older brother. He’s a very caring little boy, so he’s super sweet with Sakura, Luka, Pequeño, and Yomi. It’s no wonder everyone likes him because his sweet temperament makes it inevitable!

Luka was also a fun character! Despite coming from a privileged background in the demon realm, he’s fully invested in working at the bathhouse. He helps Sakura clean and run the bathhouse without complaint and, in fact, it makes him very happy! I, of course, loved the fact that everyone in the town immediately loved him because he’s gorgeous 😂 It’s a fun trope.

Finally, Sakura was great too. He found both Luka and Yomi over the top, but he was still nice to them. He’s a bit of a grouch, but it works in contrast to the over the top personalities of the vampires.

All in all, I’m excited to have this volume in my collection! I preordered it based on the cute cover alone, and having read an eARC through Netgally I’ve confirmed I’m definitely keeping it!