ダーリンは生ものにつき

DARLING WA NAMAMONO NI TSUKI

MANGA

STATUS
COMPLETE
VOLUMES
8
RELEASE
Invalid Date
CHAPTERS
40

DESCRIPTION

Setsuko, a daughter of a transsexual man who runs a cross-dressing host bar, meets, falls in love with and then marries the handsome Dr. Tanabe. Tanabe is normal, quiet and highly skilled at everything, while Setsuko is wildly different. Most of the series is comprised of the couple struggling first to have and then maintain their sex life and love each other. (This is definitely a series for 18+ however.)

(Source: Anime News Network)

CAST

Kyousuke Tanabe
Setsuko Tanabe

CHAPTERS

REVIEWS

Eggsandwich04
100/100
A hidden gem in adult comedy

Darling wa namamono ni tsuki – a josei rom-com that dials up the absurdity while keeping a surprisingly sweet core. It’s loud, messy, and absolutely hilarious, but beneath the chaos, it delivers a romance that feels refreshingly honest.

Though I’m not exactly the target demographic (a woman in her 20s), I thoroughly enjoyed this manga. Then again, I do have a soft spot for shoujo manga, especially whirlwind love stories that actually don’t go for the usual tropes. This one was a fun, lighthearted read that kept me entertained from start to finish.

Plot & Characters

The story follows Setsuko, a hardworking office lady by day and a part-time waitress at a unique hostess club by night. This isn’t your typical club—its hostesses are all men in drag or full-on trans women, making Setsuko the only actual female working there. One night, in the middle of a rush, she accidentally spills hot drinks on herself. Lucky for her, one of the businessmen in the bar is Tanabe, a handsome young doctor who quickly tends to her burns. Despite his thorough inspection, Tanabe somehow leaves the encounter under the mistaken impression that Setsuko is also a crossdresser!

The next day, cupid strikes when Tanabe is introduced as the new doctor at Setsuko’s workplace. While he recognizes her, he still hilariously believes she’s a man in disguise! Once that misunderstanding is cleared up, a series of bizarre events leads to them suddenly getting married, despite barely knowing each other. Now, these two near-strangers must figure out how to make their impulsive marriage work.

Their dynamic is pure comedic gold—Setsuko is energetic, naive, and a little crazy, while Tanabe is the picture-perfect husband: a doctor, a fantastic homemaker, and undeniably attractive. Their relationship also was way sweeter and more wholesome than I expected, and surprisingly forward-thinking for its time. The setup was totally ridiculous (as usual with this kind of manga), but if you can look past that, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how naturally it develops and deepens.

Comedy & Romance(sex) & Art

This manga is straight-up comedy gold. It knows exactly what it is and doesn’t waste time trying to be deep or serious—it just goes all in on the fun (and sex). The humor is loud, ridiculous, and full of awkward situations that spiral out of control in the best way possible.

Since this is a sex comedy, much of the humor revolves around the couple’s married life—especially their struggles in the bedroom. But the jokes never feel excessive or forced; instead, they come across as lighthearted, playful, and genuinely hilarious. At the same time, the manga doesn’t just rely on bedroom humor. It also delivers plenty of laugh-out-loud moments involving in-laws, jealousy, work stress, and the daily chaos of married life.

The simple yet expressive 1990s art style adds to the humor, with exaggerated reactions and dynamic paneling that perfectly capture the absurdity of every situation. It doesn’t do a lot but does just enough to make it all come together to create a rom-com that’s equal parts ridiculous and relatable, making it the perfect read when you just want to unwind and have a good laugh.

Final Thoughts

I stumbled upon this manga by chance, and I absolutely loved it. I laughed through almost the entire thing, and now it’s one of my most frequently re-read series. The adult humor, the complimentary art style, and the sheer fun of it all make it a standout.

If you enjoy adult comedy/romance stories that actually work, this one is an absolute gem. It doesn’t try to be anything other than a hilarious, lighthearted romance, and that’s exactly what makes it so special. If you’re looking for a manga that will put you in a good mood, Darling wa Namamono ni Tsuki is well worth your time.

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