People who read xxxHOLIC

kaoru

WHAT IF.

Usachan

Vol19

Mikoku

Fenris

Makes me feel a certain way, I'm not entirely sure how.
Watanuki, a boy who can see strange things, finds himself (unwillingly) walking into a shop that grants wishes. He gets roped in to making a wish by Yuuko, a beautiful lady with a hard-to-deal with personality. To "pay" for his wish, he works in Yuuko's shop and helps grant the wishes of many other people.

Eileen

DROPPED

camille

THOUGHT-PROVOKING & HEART-RENDING!! ｡:ﾟ(;´∩`;)ﾟ:｡

juniee

The lore was quite a bit hard to understand but since I know cardcaptor sakura it's quite bearable though ig I'll have to read that too lol

I didn't cry but I certainly felt empty and my chest feels heavy. This really is one of the best mangas I've read

lesbianmeow

this is MY Bible

hohoHope

The anime is *chefs kiss* as well <3
Read it a LONG time ago but will re-read this perfection again <3

☘ waidh ☘

Artwise, an itch I can't scratch.. and yet I got bewitched into wanting to witness more of Holic's supernatural world. (๑˃ꇴ˂)

Absent Minded

I see many people unsatisfied with the ending. While I wish things were tied up neatly, I'll give a very basic interpretation to try and resolve its thematic incompleteness. It won't be perfect. I haven't read tsubasa chronicle. This isn't for die hard fans. SPOILERS AHEAD.

There's this idea of individualism with a constant reminder of choice and happiness. Clients will choose things that bring dissatisfaction in their life, and Yuuko will not dissuade them from choosing their ultimate wish, even if it's destructive. Watanuki is left with the only gift Yuuko is capable of giving: hope. This hope comes from Watanuki's free will and desire. He has constructed his own purpose. However, no choice a person makes is innocent. Watanuki does not regret his choice, even if it brings unhappiness. it's up to the reader to decide how destructive it was.

Whatever you think of his choice, this hope will get him through what is inevitable. I believe that is why the egg hasn't been used yet. Erasing his memories will mean erasing Watanuki's personal purpose. This is also why he continues to wait in the shop. I think until Watanuki is able to have purpose outside of Yuuko, the egg will never be used. Personally, I think it's okay to live for someone. You might think otherwise.

Concerning the personality shift, maybe the departure of Yuuko left an emptiness in Watanuki. In an attempt to fulfil that space, his mind decided to take on her role and her habits. I do wish it was a little more subtle but I got the message.

Yuuko's worldview of hitsuzen means every choice made is significant, and will have its impact down the line. There might be a bigger reason for Watanuki's choice to stay at the shop. Maybe xxxHolic Rei intends to show that but I doubt we'll get a proper conclusion. I don’t think xxxHolic was perfect but it gave me a new worldview. For now, I'll be satisfied with the significance of making a personal purpose in a world of destiny.

Gummylove

Love this but it doesn't feel complete???

kimczysoo

added

Honey×Cinnamon

No words..

butchdykerights

This manga had a huge impact on shaping my sense of self as a child. as an adult I'm really able to appreciate it. it's a truly bittersweet series - poignant in all the right ways. It's ultimately a show about human desires and human connection, moving on and letting go. must read in my opinion

lavender

It's kinda sad too...but defiantly a vevery amazing book

Gita

Yeahhhhh

Tastyjellyfish

I loved this manga when I was little and to this day never get tired of it ;-;

Karinahr

Favorito!

Charlie

Watched the anime version, so will read this manga next.