Name: Takecia Bright's review of Sweat and Soap, Vol. 3 by Kintetsu Yamada
Item: Sweat and Soap, Vol. 3
Rating: 5
Author: Takecia Bright

Kintetsu Yamada

Sweat and Soap, Vol. 3

Sweat and Soap, vol. 4- Yama

Mabel Palomera

Takecia Bright

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Asako -- a woman who sweats copiusly -- met Koutarou -- a perfume developer who can't get enough of Asako's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! Asako's living her dream, working at the toiletry maker Lilia Drop. Little do her coworkers know, the reason she loves the company so much is that she's ashamed of her body odor, and their soap is the only thing that does the trick. So when the company's lead product developer, a perfuming genius, approaches her in the lobby and wonders what "that smell" is, she's terrified... but could it be... that he likes it? And, even more surprising to Yae... does she like him? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the "too real!" workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 1

very natural romance ! i really like how their rs is so healthy i don't think there's been a manga there's made me genuinely believe in love till this one because of how real everything was portrayed to be :) filled me with a lot of hope and anticipation for the future . Very nice and easy breezy read 

I mean , yeah why not? I aint like his invasiveness in the beginning so maybe he'll tone it down a lil later

jade

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Yae Asako - a woman who sweats copiously - met Koutarou - a perfume developer who can't get enough of Yae's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! Yae's living her dream, working at the toiletry maker Lilia Drop. Little do her coworkers know, the reason she loves the company so much is that she's ashamed of her body odour, and their soap is the only thing that does the trick. So when the company's lead product developer, a perfuming genius, approaches her in the lobby and wonders what 'that smell' is, she's terrified... but could it be... that he likes it? And, even more surprising to Yae... does she like him? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the 'too real!' workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steamin

Sweat and Soap 2

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  4/5 🌟


i love the early romance here. it feels refreshing because i often read romance where couple got official at the middle or end of the story, but it's interesting to see them in a relationship this early. the thing i liked as well is that even though they got official this fast, their relationship is still slowly but surely developing

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  4/5 🌟


this one is actually so cute. that sniffing fetish though, but i think i read somewhere that it gets better and less weird as the story goes one

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Asako -- a woman who sweats copiusly -- met Koutarou -- a perfume developer who can't get enough of Asako's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! Asako's living her dream, working at the toiletry maker Lilia Drop. Little do her coworkers know, the reason she loves the company so much is that she's ashamed of her body odor, and their soap is the only thing that does the trick. So when the company's lead product developer, a perfuming genius, approaches her in the lobby and wonders what that smell is, she's terrified... but could it be... that he likes it? And, even more surprising to Asako... does she like him? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the too real! workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 8

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  4/5 🌟


I wished the summer scenes were much longer, but oh well! Also, the whole visualization part is so cute and pure, I'm melting!

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Asako -- a woman who sweats copiusly -- met Koutarou -- a perfume developer who can't get enough of Asako's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! SCENTS OF SELF After a lot of discussion and planning (and so many Post-It notes), Kotaro and Asako move in together, and a new era of their relationship dawns! But will these meticulously-laid plans stand up to the pressures and annoyances of real life? Pressures like...meeting the family? Kotaro's managed to smooth things over with Asako's family so far, but his own relatives haven't had the chance to meet Asako yet. She's excited to see how Kotaro grew into the genius scent designer he is today, but she's also apprehensive. Will she leave the right impression, or will that familiar panic overtake her once again? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the "too real!" workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 7

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  4/5 🌟


meeting the parents part 2! family scenes in this series are just so nice to see. asaki and kotaro are also slowly getting used to living together. seeing their little daily life moments is just so comforting!

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Asako -- a woman who sweats copiusly -- met Koutarou -- a perfume developer who can't get enough of Asako's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! Asako's living her dream, working at the toiletry maker Lilia Drop. Little do her coworkers know, the reason she loves the company so much is that she's ashamed of her body odor, and their soap is the only thing that does the trick. So when the company's lead product developer, a perfuming genius, approaches her in the lobby and wonders what "that smell" is, she's terrified... but could it be... that he likes it? And, even more surprising to Asako... does she like him? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the "too real!" workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 10

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  4/5 🌟


I'm not even the bride-to-be but reading all the wedding preparations stresses me out, though not really in a bad way. it's exciting to see the process of their wedding, from the two families getting to know each other to the actual event preparations. I'm so giddy to see this!

Sweat and Soap 9

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  4/5 🌟


wow, this got serious so fast! i already had a hunch that asako's insecurity will resurface in the middle of these happy moments

In an office romance, there's a fine line between sexy and awkward... and that line is where Asako -- a woman who sweats copiusly -- met Koutarou -- a perfume developer who can't get enough of Asako's, er, scent. Don't miss a romcom manga like no other! WOULDN'T IT BE NICE Despite all the anxieties and obstacles, Asako and Natori's relationship has proven its staying power. Since deciding to move in together, they've found a home they both like, and a new chapter in both their lives has begun! But now that they've taken this adult step, there's an even bigger one looming further up the staircase...but can Asako even think about marriage without breaking a sweat? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the "too real!" workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 6

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  4/5 🌟


Their first 'real' couple fight and I loved how they handled it. The communication is great, they try to talk it out and solve the problem as soon as possible. I'm glad they didn't dragged their conflicts out, it's so good to see such a mature relationship

The office romance between the quiet and sweet accountant Asako, who’s spent her life ashamed of how much she sweats, and rising star of the bath and toiletry world Kotaro got off to a fast and steamy start! Kotaro’s status at the company has made her wary of revealing their relationship to their colleagues at Liliadrop, and she’s stumbled into the discovery that Kotaro has been mentoring an attractive, young product developer named Korisu. He doesn’t seem to have feelings for her, but might she be harboring a secret crush? Awkwardness explodes into anxiety when Kotaro tells her he’s scheduled to take a four-day business trip with Korisu–just the two of them! Can Asako’s budding relationship survive, and what’s Korisu planning to do over three nights with her supposedly-single boss? The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the “too real!” workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 3

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  4/5 🌟


please, i love how they're both so new to this. it makes them looked like teenagers in love!!

Natori and Asako are back from their first trip together, a romantic getaway to Hokkaido. But when Asako returns to the office, her anxiety comes back, too, because it’s time to let their secret out and reveal their relationship to their coworkers. Natori sets up a lunch to introduce Asako to his teammates in product development. But this is a far cry from the accounting department, and Natori’s coworkers all seem fashionable, ambitious, cool—on a whole different level! Suddenly, those moments spent soaking in the hot spring bath seem so far away! The hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Sweat and Soap combines the odd-couple chemistry of Wotakoi, the “too real!” workplace comedy of Aggretsuko, and a heavy dollop of office steaminess!

Sweat and Soap 4

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  4/5 🌟


asako and kotaro taking a step further into the relationship. i like their idea of the 'moving in together committee' that they started. they're really taking the serious route and they're not just casual about it. they're really taking all the things into consideration and it's really so good to see

With great effort, the notorious workaholic Natori has managed to carve out a real holiday break, with time away from the office to spend with his girlfriend Asako. But that doesn't mean he's been able to tear himself away long enough to get her a proper present, and by the time he starts looking for a Christmas reservation at the restaurant he's had his heart set on, they're full up! For her part, Asako's been completely swamped -- the books have to be closed for the end of the year, so 'tis the season to log overtime in the accounting department!

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  4/5 🌟


The basic premise of this manga is about an office girl, who has deep insecurity about her sweating problem, meeting the product developer guy in her company, who's responsible for creating the soap that she loves, and their first encounter was him asking her permission to smell her because his scene gives him an inspiration for the next soap project. I know, I know. This sounds so weird and creepy because who would want a stranger to sniff you in spare time? But dang, this doesn't deter me from loving this manga a lot!

The smelling fetish isn't as bad as it seems, in my opinion, and I think that aspect helps a lot in the romantic development between Asako and Kotaro. This manga is such a comfort read, to be honest. If you want a couple in a mature age with a healthy relationship and communicates pretty well with each other to make their relationship works, this manga can give you exactly that. No unnecessary misunderstandings. The conflicts were never dragged on just for the sake of having something to solve. They worked through their relationship like an adult that they are.

Reading this is such a stress reliever, to be honest. It also has a perfect amount of comedy and sometimes I found myself laughing out loud. I remember laughing at how adorable Asako's father was, a middle-aged man who gets flustered easily in things like meeting his son-in-law for the first time. All the side characters are so likeable either and all their friends are worthy of them. Such a fun group of people.

This has an early romance so the romantic development really started after they got together in the first few chapters. It's also a fast read and can be read in one to two seating, utmost. I felt so satisfied when I finished reading and even stared at the wedding photo cover of the last volume for a few minutes to appreciate this manga for the last time. I also loved the fact that every volume cover has a 'behind the scene' shown at the end of every volume and it's so much fun to see! I highly recommend this manga so much!

With great effort, the notorious workaholic Natori has managed to carve out a real holiday break, with time away from the office to spend with his girlfriend Asako. But that doesn’t mean he’s been able to tear himself away long enough to get her a proper present, and by the time he starts looking for a Christmas reservation at the restaurant he’s had his heart set on, they’re full up! For her part, Asako’s been completely swamped—the books have to be closed for the end of the year, so ’tis the season to log overtime in the accounting department!

Sweat and Soap 5

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  45/5 🌟


the 'meeting the parents' volume. this part is actually so adorable to see. you would think that only asako and kotaro are the ones who are nervous in this first meeting, but seeing asako's father sweating profusely is so hilarious too see. i liked the family scene so much, it's very moving.

God I’m such a sucker for office romances

God I just want what they have please I am begging

Sabrina D. 

celene

Stefanie  Uwah

3.5

Probably liked this one the least in the entire series. Still cute nonetheless but the central conflict was a bit meh

Would have loved a better convo around dieting and exercising for the sole purpose of losing weight. Kotaro has a penchant for jealous that I don’t like either. But this was still very cute and I’m looking forward to reading the next one. 

TW: weight loss/dieting

Sweat and Soap, Vol. 5

Taelyr Vecchione

This is such a genuinely cute relationship. I love these two so much. Don't get me wrong, I love smutt and drama as much as the next gal, but these series exceeds all expectations with none of the typical tropes. HIGHLY recommend!

An amazing volume!! The story continues developing and finally we got some conflicts. They aren't anything too major, but enough to move the development of the characters and their relationship. I liked the conflicts, I thought it was a smart choice. Such a good read! Can't wait for the next volume.

Debbi

Spotted this manga at the bookstore and decided to purchase it because the plot is super, duper *cute*! Bear in mind it is a romance manga so the recommended age is sixteen and up. I will never be able to explain how cute this manga is! In a lot of ways, I’m like the main character Asako. Especially when it comes to our insecurities, so I could really relate to her thoughts and feelings. I’m excited to read more and can’t wait for the next release! 💞

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