Girls Bravo

Girls Bravo was serialized in Kadokawa Shoten's Shōnen Ace magazine starting in 2000, authored and illustrated by Mario Kaneda. The series emerged during a period of significant growth for the harem comedy genre in manga, focusing on the comedic misadventures of a high school student plagued by a severe allergy to girls. Kaneda designed the series with a focus on lighthearted, slapstick situations and character-driven gags that balanced fan-service elements with the traditional structure of a romantic comedy.

The series was eventually adapted into two seasons of television anime by studio AIC, which helped broaden its visibility among international audiences. Critics of the time noted Kaneda's distinctive, rounded art style, which prioritized expressive character designs and comedic timing. While it is often discussed as a representative example of early 2000s otaku culture, the manga remains a staple of the era's light-hearted, trope-heavy comedy collections.