Kakushigoto
Synopsis
Kakushi Gotou is a somewhat popular manga artist whose works are known for inappropriate content. Because of this raunchiness, when his daughter Hime was born, he vowed to keep his profession hidden from her, believing that she will be disillusioned if she finds out. This paranoia-induced belief leads Kakushi into hectic situations. Despite being a single father, he does his best and often resorts to extreme ends just to protect his secret, such as guising as a salaryman every day or holding emergency drills in case Hime somehow finds her way to his workplace. Kakushigoto tells the story of a father and daughter living side by side, maintaining their peaceful existence as the father attempts to preserve the status quo. However, there is a saying: "there are no secrets that time cannot reveal." In time, Hime must learn the reality behind the things she took for granted as she grew up. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The series is generally well-received for its heartwarming and humorous depiction of a father-daughter relationship within the manga industry. Many appreciate the comedic elements and the overarching plot, though some critique the rushed ending and occasionally simplistic artwork. The show is considered a successful blend of slice-of-life comedy with moments of emotional depth.
Strengths
- Heartwarming father-daughter relationship
- Humorous portrayal of the manga industry
- Intriguing overarching plot with foreshadowing
- Memorable characters with good interactions
- Effective mix of comedy and serious moments
Weaknesses
- Rushed ending in the final episode
- Artwork not up to 2020 standards
- Father-daughter relationship portrayed as immature and tedious by some
- Story can be a little bland at times