Japanese television has a knack for doing more with less, and Bakuman is a prime example. It's currently available in the US on Hulu and Peacock Premium, so there's no reason to keep putting it off. An 8/10 rating means the audience agrees.
Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Bakuman from the crowd. Moritaka Mashiro and Akito Takagi are pretty much foils of each other. Mashiro, an average 9th grade student but talented artist, and Takagi, an overall advanced 9th grader and aspiring writer. After great convincing, Takagi convinces Mashiro to join him in becoming the greatest mangakas Japan has ever seen. Atsushi Abe and Satoshi Hino lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. The series ran for 3 seasons (2010–2013), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly.
Ideal for when you want something light without wanting something stupid. Bakuman respects its audience — rarer than it should be.
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