New Read - Superman vs Meshi, Volume 3 (Final Volume)
We have reached the end of this silly, Superman story. The final volume included a lot of funny moments similar to the previous two.
It also had the following goofy stories: Death of Superman story where delicious Japanese food brings Superman back from the brink post-Doomsday battle; Superman and Supergirl hanging out getting food together in Japan; Superman tracking his bucket list; and an adorable finale with Lois and Clark together.
Overall, glad I read this silly series that was fun from beginning to end. Fun side adventure with Superman and friends just enjoying Japanese cuisine.
In case you missed the summary from my first post (or have never heard of this), the basic premise is that after Superman was in Japan fighting crime, he enjoyed their relatively inexpensive Japanese cuisine and is basically obsessed with it now.
So yes, after reading Volume 1, I ordered Volume 2 of Superman Vs Meshi and pre-ordered Volume 3. Expect a review of Volume 3 in February when it releases.
This volume continues where Volume 1 left off with Superman's continued obsession with Japanese cuisine. This volume brings us more special guests including Wonder Woman, The Flash, and Cyborg. Wonder Woman spends her chapter thinking Superman is going to hit on her, only to realize he just really loves food. The Flash took a second job as a delivery...runner for a fictional version of Grub Hub. Cyborg is shown as the introvert of the Justice League until Superman introduces him to some new food. I mean, he's still an introvert, but they start chatting about food.
One thing I will note is that this is absolutely accessible to kids. There is not really any adult topics discussed, violence, cursing, etc. One of my 9 year olds read Volume 1 and basically starred at me to finish reading Volume 2 so she could pick it up next. Definitely a fun one if your kids are interested in goofy manga, super heroes, or learning about Japanese food.
Overall, silly, cute, makes me hungry. Would read again and ready for Volume 3.
After reading One Operation Joker, I knew eventually I was going to find myself looking into the other silly DC Comics themed manga out there.
Once again, as a random pickup from Target, I snagged a copy of Superman vs Meshi. It did not disappoint.
It's written by the same author of One Operation Joker, so I knew going into it it would be silly. It did not disappoint.
The basic premise is as follows - Superman was in Japan fighting crime, enjoyed relatively inexpensive Japanese cuisine, now almost every time he get super hungry, he flies to Japan for a snack or meal. And he just walks into random dining locations as Superman, in full costume. Guest stars include Batman and Aquaman, each dining in Japan with Superman.
Basically, silly premise that has a silly execution. If you are looking for a goofy and chill manga about food with recognizable a cast you don't have to think much about, this is for you. Definitely recommend.