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夜の名前を呼んで [Yoru no Namae wo Yonde] #1
Call the Name of the Night, Vol. 1
Deep within the forest resides a curious pair—Mira, a girl with an affliction that calls forth the night, and Rei, a kindly doctor searching for the cure. Their days pass peacefully, until an old acquaintance of Rei's appears...
198 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 12, 2021
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November 24, 2024
"Witch Hat Atelier" is one of my favorite things and this felt very similar to me. Beautiful art, beautiful magic and wholesome master and apprentice content. Yet the main character is also struggling with anxiety and negative thoughts due to her magical powers. There was not that much of a coherent story presented in the first volume (at least I don't really know where the story will go from here), but I loved it anyway and I'm excited to continue.
July 12, 2023
I adored everything about this volume. The art is stunning. The story is beyond good. This volume gripped my attention like a vice, and I am here for it! I can't get enough. I need volume 2 right away!
November 24, 2024
I LOVED THIS ONE SO MUCH!!!
The art was beautiful and the characters unique. Such a wonderful manga. Definitely going to continue this series!
Thanks to @Ricarda for recommending it to me 🫶🥹
The art was beautiful and the characters unique. Such a wonderful manga. Definitely going to continue this series!
Thanks to @Ricarda for recommending it to me 🫶🥹
March 9, 2023
I’m very much on the fence with this one. I didn’t necessarily dislike it, but I didn’t necessarily like it either.
(Warning: Long spoiler-free review ahead!)
So I will say right from the start: This is the only manga I’ve read that I think seriously rivals the incredible art in Witch Hat Atelier. And not just rivals, but I personally feel is very much on equal ground with it because Witch Hat Atelier has the most stunning art I’ve ever seen!
Call the Name of the Night is now sitting right alongside Witch Hat Atelier in having one of the most stunning art in manga. There were MANY pages and panels I stopped and admired because it is a feast for the eyes. There is VERY rich detail when comes to showing the world these characters live in and the magic they use. Truly, I deeply loved all of it and very much appreciated the breakdown of the outfits in the back of the book. It was a very nice added bonus to this beautifully drawn story!
So where exactly did my disconnect come in with this story? I’m going to say after the prologue.
Once I read the prologue, I instantly connected with Mira’s struggles. So much so, that my brain made a deep connection from my personal experiences with depression that I immediately associated her darkness with depression. The anxiety and the sadness she feels and how it triggers her “illness” made sense to me in that I have felt that way before too. Top that with another character saying along the lines that her illness can make one fully loose "all sense of self," it resulted in being hard for me not to view the night she struggles with any other way.
Yet…as I was two chapters in, I realized that night is probably not supposed to be that way because she’s encouraged to “befriend” the night and one doesn’t “befriend” depression. 😅 And I think because I already made that super early connection I mentioned previously, I just couldn’t seem to view night as night.
Everything about this story is very fantasy, but in this one case, I just saw reality and real-life struggles. Because of that, I felt confused more often than not because of a connection I made that wasn’t wrong per se (because it’s how I connected with Mira on a personal level), but it didn’t let me just enjoy this fantasy story and it’s worldbuilding as it was.
With that said, I’m back to my opening point of I didn’t dislike this or like this. It’s hard to recommend (outside of the STUNNING) art because I can’t see past how I viewed the night. I did however really like the doctor and his kindness, the shadows (they remind me of the sprites from Spirited Away!), and the beauty and uniqueness of this world.
I think if you can associate night as night and not get emotionally mixed up as I did, I do think this is a great story to try! The antagonist’s actions were a little triggering for me (because how dare he not listen to/pressure Mira for the sake of his own desires to learn more knowledge and then have the *audacity* to get excited about her anxiousness and fear! 😤😤😤), but other then what I’ve mentioned all here, it’s a beautiful story that I think it will be one of healing and self-love. I am curious to read the next volume to see if I can work out this self-confusion because the ending was very beautiful. 🧡
(Warning: Long spoiler-free review ahead!)
So I will say right from the start: This is the only manga I’ve read that I think seriously rivals the incredible art in Witch Hat Atelier. And not just rivals, but I personally feel is very much on equal ground with it because Witch Hat Atelier has the most stunning art I’ve ever seen!
Call the Name of the Night is now sitting right alongside Witch Hat Atelier in having one of the most stunning art in manga. There were MANY pages and panels I stopped and admired because it is a feast for the eyes. There is VERY rich detail when comes to showing the world these characters live in and the magic they use. Truly, I deeply loved all of it and very much appreciated the breakdown of the outfits in the back of the book. It was a very nice added bonus to this beautifully drawn story!
So where exactly did my disconnect come in with this story? I’m going to say after the prologue.
Once I read the prologue, I instantly connected with Mira’s struggles. So much so, that my brain made a deep connection from my personal experiences with depression that I immediately associated her darkness with depression. The anxiety and the sadness she feels and how it triggers her “illness” made sense to me in that I have felt that way before too. Top that with another character saying along the lines that her illness can make one fully loose "all sense of self," it resulted in being hard for me not to view the night she struggles with any other way.
Yet…as I was two chapters in, I realized that night is probably not supposed to be that way because she’s encouraged to “befriend” the night and one doesn’t “befriend” depression. 😅 And I think because I already made that super early connection I mentioned previously, I just couldn’t seem to view night as night.
Everything about this story is very fantasy, but in this one case, I just saw reality and real-life struggles. Because of that, I felt confused more often than not because of a connection I made that wasn’t wrong per se (because it’s how I connected with Mira on a personal level), but it didn’t let me just enjoy this fantasy story and it’s worldbuilding as it was.
With that said, I’m back to my opening point of I didn’t dislike this or like this. It’s hard to recommend (outside of the STUNNING) art because I can’t see past how I viewed the night. I did however really like the doctor and his kindness, the shadows (they remind me of the sprites from Spirited Away!), and the beauty and uniqueness of this world.
I think if you can associate night as night and not get emotionally mixed up as I did, I do think this is a great story to try! The antagonist’s actions were a little triggering for me (because how dare he not listen to/pressure Mira for the sake of his own desires to learn more knowledge and then have the *audacity* to get excited about her anxiousness and fear! 😤😤😤), but other then what I’ve mentioned all here, it’s a beautiful story that I think it will be one of healing and self-love. I am curious to read the next volume to see if I can work out this self-confusion because the ending was very beautiful. 🧡
June 10, 2024
Witch Hat atelier but make it darker. Pun intended. The art is amazing 👌🎨 I'm intrigued 👀
March 27, 2023
This was solidly in "meh" territory for me. It was written quite young, the MC is a young girl, separated from her parents so she can have treatment for an ailment that can hurt her and others.
The MC, the other characters, the storyline, none of it really resonated with me. The artwork was fabulous, but without a story I could get behind, it was merely pretty to look at with no real substance behind it.
It might be a good manga for younger readers and while there is a kidnapping, nothing is overly scary or inappropriate for younger readers. Of course, I always advise the adults in the life of the child who is going to receive the book to review it first, to make sure it is appropriate for the child.
3, it didn't do much for me but I'm probably not the intended audience, stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Yen Press for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
The MC, the other characters, the storyline, none of it really resonated with me. The artwork was fabulous, but without a story I could get behind, it was merely pretty to look at with no real substance behind it.
It might be a good manga for younger readers and while there is a kidnapping, nothing is overly scary or inappropriate for younger readers. Of course, I always advise the adults in the life of the child who is going to receive the book to review it first, to make sure it is appropriate for the child.
3, it didn't do much for me but I'm probably not the intended audience, stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Yen Press for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 27, 2023
Very cute and sad, beautiful drawings and reminds me of a mix between Ancient Magus Bride, Girl From the Other side and Witch Hat Atelier, as they have a lot of the same elements.
May 9, 2023
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review!
This was something different, and i liked that. The art style was beautiful and it really felt like i was there with the characters. That being said, the structure of the story itself was a bit confusing, and i spent most of my time reading trying to figure out what has happening. I will say though that the story did start making sense, as the chapter went on. I hope that the other books in this series go into more detail on the story, as it’s an interesting, and I’m interested to see where it goes.
This was something different, and i liked that. The art style was beautiful and it really felt like i was there with the characters. That being said, the structure of the story itself was a bit confusing, and i spent most of my time reading trying to figure out what has happening. I will say though that the story did start making sense, as the chapter went on. I hope that the other books in this series go into more detail on the story, as it’s an interesting, and I’m interested to see where it goes.
April 4, 2023
The slow story is charming (except for Cartos; that guy sucks), but the world building...!
April 27, 2023
Call the Name of the Night is about a young girl named Mira, who suffers from an “illness” which causes her world to be drowned in “night” whenever she is feeling anxious or depressed. Mira lives with a magical teacher who protects her and is looking for a way to combat her affliction.
The story’s plot I would liken to Witch Hat Atelier and The Girl from the Other Side. Although its plot is presented in a way, that I feel differentiates itself enough to not feel derivative. It’s a genuinely sweet read, and I felt instantly connected to our main character. The night and day imagery feels like a thinly veiled metaphor for depression. While it’s not particularly subtle, it is effective. I feel like many people would relate to how Mira feels, especially when she fears being a burden to people and being rejected by them.
As the plot moves forward it seems that Mira will haven’t to learn to harness the darkness and lightness within herself. I personally interpreted this aspect of the story as learning to cope with all aspects of ourselves. That even in our darkest hours, there is still light within all of us. In fact, stars shine the brightest under the cover of night. I enjoyed the imagery, even if it’s a little uncomplicated. I found it endearing nonetheless.
The art in this series is beautiful. It reminds me of some old-school art. Some of the character expressions reminded me of Yu Yu Hakusho, however with a softer shoujo feel to it. The art style also reminded me a bit of Snow White with the Red Hair. I know such a weird combination, but it really works. I think the art was lovely, and I liked spending a bit of time admiring each of the panels.
I received a copy of this story through Netgalley in exchange for a review. However, I am absolutely going to buy my own copy and start adding this series to my collection. The aesthetic is right up my alley.
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The story’s plot I would liken to Witch Hat Atelier and The Girl from the Other Side. Although its plot is presented in a way, that I feel differentiates itself enough to not feel derivative. It’s a genuinely sweet read, and I felt instantly connected to our main character. The night and day imagery feels like a thinly veiled metaphor for depression. While it’s not particularly subtle, it is effective. I feel like many people would relate to how Mira feels, especially when she fears being a burden to people and being rejected by them.
As the plot moves forward it seems that Mira will haven’t to learn to harness the darkness and lightness within herself. I personally interpreted this aspect of the story as learning to cope with all aspects of ourselves. That even in our darkest hours, there is still light within all of us. In fact, stars shine the brightest under the cover of night. I enjoyed the imagery, even if it’s a little uncomplicated. I found it endearing nonetheless.
The art in this series is beautiful. It reminds me of some old-school art. Some of the character expressions reminded me of Yu Yu Hakusho, however with a softer shoujo feel to it. The art style also reminded me a bit of Snow White with the Red Hair. I know such a weird combination, but it really works. I think the art was lovely, and I liked spending a bit of time admiring each of the panels.
I received a copy of this story through Netgalley in exchange for a review. However, I am absolutely going to buy my own copy and start adding this series to my collection. The aesthetic is right up my alley.
If you're interested in supporting my reviews, consider picking up a copy of Call the Name of the Night or any other title using my affiliate link:
https://amzn.to/3Azq8JL
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June 10, 2025
Master Rei Rigel? Rigel? Oh wow, that's cool. A character from my book is named Rigel. Rigel Thomas.
Only giving this 4 stars instead of 5 because I feel like I need to know more about what the world is like. The art is pretty, though.
Only giving this 4 stars instead of 5 because I feel like I need to know more about what the world is like. The art is pretty, though.
March 29, 2024
First impression is that the art is very pretty and the story is mysterious!
April 8, 2023
TW:
negative self thoughts, anxiety
3.5
I picked this up because it sounded a little like The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, A Rún, Vol. 1, and in some ways it does have a similar vibe. I'm intrigued with the magical world, though we don't see much of it here, and Mira seems like a sweet character. I'm wondering if her illness is going to be a bit of a metaphor for depression, or if it'll be purely a magical struggle. This is obviously just setting up the characters and the stage for a clear power struggle as well as emotional struggle, and I'd be interested to see how it progresses as the story really starts moving.
3.5
I picked this up because it sounded a little like The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, A Rún, Vol. 1, and in some ways it does have a similar vibe. I'm intrigued with the magical world, though we don't see much of it here, and Mira seems like a sweet character. I'm wondering if her illness is going to be a bit of a metaphor for depression, or if it'll be purely a magical struggle. This is obviously just setting up the characters and the stage for a clear power struggle as well as emotional struggle, and I'd be interested to see how it progresses as the story really starts moving.
October 22, 2024
Ok, I thought this was adorable! I think fans of "Howl's Moving Castle" will enjoy the magical setting, cute little shadow creatures, and the delicious looking star jam. I was excited to see that vol 1 talks about feelings of anxiety and not fitting in through a magical lens. A story about being brave and remembering who you really are.
February 14, 2023
Call the Name of the Night is a sweet and cozy magical manga. The main characters are Rei, a wizard doctor and Mira, a child who manifests the night when she’s anxious.
Mira has been sent to live with Rei in order to help cure her of her ‘illness’. Mira is a sweet young girl and seems to be mostly thriving in her new home. However, when she is anxious or nervous she unintentionally bleeds out the darkness of night and as such she has been labeled ‘cursed’. Rei is housing her and attempting to help her gain control of her anxieties and raising her with kindness she isn’t afforded by others.
The art style is so charming. Full of magic, flowers and a cozy cottage core like aesthetic. The story seems a bit lackadaisical, with plot and filler parts intertwined. Book one covers the prologue and 6 episodes and it’s the perfect setup to this cute story.
I would definitely recommend for manga lovers looking for a wholesome story with magical, cottage core aesthetics and a cute premise ✨
Thanks so much to Yen Press and NetGalley for providing me with a free ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
Mira has been sent to live with Rei in order to help cure her of her ‘illness’. Mira is a sweet young girl and seems to be mostly thriving in her new home. However, when she is anxious or nervous she unintentionally bleeds out the darkness of night and as such she has been labeled ‘cursed’. Rei is housing her and attempting to help her gain control of her anxieties and raising her with kindness she isn’t afforded by others.
The art style is so charming. Full of magic, flowers and a cozy cottage core like aesthetic. The story seems a bit lackadaisical, with plot and filler parts intertwined. Book one covers the prologue and 6 episodes and it’s the perfect setup to this cute story.
I would definitely recommend for manga lovers looking for a wholesome story with magical, cottage core aesthetics and a cute premise ✨
Thanks so much to Yen Press and NetGalley for providing me with a free ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
April 28, 2023
*ARC provided by NetGalley in return for an honest review*
I had heard so much hype from publishers over this manga that I thought “it must be good.” And they were right! It truly was an enjoyable experience! This manga does a wonderful job at tackling the concept of depression through the main character’s illness that causes darkness to seep out. It even showcases social anxiety and panic attacks. I honestly think this would be a great manga for young readers struggling with depression and trying to comprehend how to manage it.
I had heard so much hype from publishers over this manga that I thought “it must be good.” And they were right! It truly was an enjoyable experience! This manga does a wonderful job at tackling the concept of depression through the main character’s illness that causes darkness to seep out. It even showcases social anxiety and panic attacks. I honestly think this would be a great manga for young readers struggling with depression and trying to comprehend how to manage it.
January 15, 2024
Call the Name of the Night has a whimsicality to it akin to cozy sim games such as Stardew Valley or Fae Farm, as well as the more light hearted moments of Witch Hat Atelier.
The art, every panel, every color or shade used, the story, the pacing, the names, all of it is so eloquent and tenderly beautiful.
The story itself is a peculiar one, as is the atmosphere. Besides Witch Hat Atelier, there is little for me to compare the aura of it to, it’s quite original in its own right and for that, I think it’s earned a special place somewhere in the world.
When I read this manga, I feel totally immersed in the world it’s illustrating, and I yearn to turn the page, to continue to experience this realm. The story doesn’t incite a feeling of yearning or desire to further the story, but rather it’s like I’m floating along a pleasant honey chamomile tea stream and I want to steep in it longer, basking in the warmth and aromatic sweetness. If I could bottle this feeling, I would. But it seems that Tama Mitsuboshi-sensei has already done precisely that in this manga.
The art, every panel, every color or shade used, the story, the pacing, the names, all of it is so eloquent and tenderly beautiful.
The story itself is a peculiar one, as is the atmosphere. Besides Witch Hat Atelier, there is little for me to compare the aura of it to, it’s quite original in its own right and for that, I think it’s earned a special place somewhere in the world.
When I read this manga, I feel totally immersed in the world it’s illustrating, and I yearn to turn the page, to continue to experience this realm. The story doesn’t incite a feeling of yearning or desire to further the story, but rather it’s like I’m floating along a pleasant honey chamomile tea stream and I want to steep in it longer, basking in the warmth and aromatic sweetness. If I could bottle this feeling, I would. But it seems that Tama Mitsuboshi-sensei has already done precisely that in this manga.
March 3, 2023
4.5 stars
The beautiful cover drew me into this one. I would love to see more of the internal art in color as well.
This manga was at times sweet and at times sad. I loved Master Rei, though he seemed almost too kind to be true. Mira was very cute and I look forward to learning more about her "illness" (but not in a creepy way like the villain.
Bonus points for the skiapicas for being extra adorable.
I feel like it has some metaphorical themes that people will resonate with.
The beautiful cover drew me into this one. I would love to see more of the internal art in color as well.
This manga was at times sweet and at times sad. I loved Master Rei, though he seemed almost too kind to be true. Mira was very cute and I look forward to learning more about her "illness" (but not in a creepy way like the villain.
Bonus points for the skiapicas for being extra adorable.
I feel like it has some metaphorical themes that people will resonate with.
April 13, 2023
3.5/5 stars.
Cute start to the story. Characters definitely intriguing, setting up the mystery to keep going. I really enjoyed the fantastical elements to the world. It just didn't have a ton of plot for a volume one to keep me fully interested.
I typically try and give manga at least 3 volume though so I'll definitely recommend this and continue to see how the story develops.
Cute start to the story. Characters definitely intriguing, setting up the mystery to keep going. I really enjoyed the fantastical elements to the world. It just didn't have a ton of plot for a volume one to keep me fully interested.
I typically try and give manga at least 3 volume though so I'll definitely recommend this and continue to see how the story develops.
May 3, 2023
This book was super cute. The world building was interesting, and I’m looking forward to learning about these characters and how Mira’s illness works and can be controlled. She was adorable, and I really liked her relationship with the doctor. I will be continuing this series.
April 16, 2025
What a delightfully sweet manga. I liked the art immediately, which shares a warmth and sense of quiet magic with the characters themselves. Mira's illness is sad, but the strength that she shows is powerful, even as she succumbs to her sorrow. I look forward to reading more.
April 28, 2024
Really liked this one.
December 21, 2024
This is so beautifully illustrated and hits emotional beats in volume 1 that most manga typically save for later.
December 31, 2024
Stunning artwork
I want to know how this ends
I want to know how this ends
March 2, 2024
2.5-3. The art is gorgeous and it was a fun story but also not particularly my cup of tea
May 11, 2023
I like the concept behind the manga but I feel so lost plot wise. I feel like there needs to be way more world building, especially around Mira and her illness.
The art though is beautiful and I wish the story was engaging to match
The art though is beautiful and I wish the story was engaging to match
June 8, 2023
*This book was gifted by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!*
This was such a cute read 😭💖 if you struggle with mental health issues especially anxiety and depression and panic disorders or you have chronic illness this will hit close to home. It’s super relatable those feelings of feeling like a burden to those you love or just struggling to live when your brain and body are weighing you down. I can see it becoming a popular read cause of its representation of chronic illness and mental health. I loved this so much. The support that Mira has from Rei and the shadows melted me. They are always there to pull her out of the night. 😭🖤
This was such a cute read 😭💖 if you struggle with mental health issues especially anxiety and depression and panic disorders or you have chronic illness this will hit close to home. It’s super relatable those feelings of feeling like a burden to those you love or just struggling to live when your brain and body are weighing you down. I can see it becoming a popular read cause of its representation of chronic illness and mental health. I loved this so much. The support that Mira has from Rei and the shadows melted me. They are always there to pull her out of the night. 😭🖤
January 12, 2024
The art is lovely, and the story is very sweet so far. :)
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April 29, 2023
Thank you Netgalley and Yen Press for sending me this arc.
I had a lot of fun reading this manga. The drawings are breathtaking, they are so beautiful that the drawings alone are a reason to read this manga.
The story felt very youthful and especially the dialogue made it feel more directed to a younger audience. This made the story easy to follow but lacked depth and felt very simplified.
It's stunning to look at, but the characters and story felt hollow and did not stay with me.
I do think younger people will enjoy this more, well I do prefer more substance to the story.
I had a lot of fun reading this manga. The drawings are breathtaking, they are so beautiful that the drawings alone are a reason to read this manga.
The story felt very youthful and especially the dialogue made it feel more directed to a younger audience. This made the story easy to follow but lacked depth and felt very simplified.
It's stunning to look at, but the characters and story felt hollow and did not stay with me.
I do think younger people will enjoy this more, well I do prefer more substance to the story.
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