【Cuprum No Hanayome】: Gal College Student and Craftsman's Romantic Comedy

The title I am introducing today is “Cuprum No Hanayome”, a romantic comedy centered on the marriage of Shiina, a new university student, and her boyfriend Shuu, a “Tsuiki Douki” craftsman.

Shiina has just graduated from high school and become a university student. One day, she receives an unexpected proposal from her boyfriend, Shuu. The words “Will you marry me?” surprise and confuse her.

She definitely wants to be with Shuu, but she's unsure about the background of the proposal which includes the life and responsibilities of being a craftsman's wife.

Shuu, on the other hand, realizes that he may have proposed a bit too soon. However, Shiina is not convinced to withdraw the already issued proposal, and as a result, they decide to advance their relationship by getting engaged.

While Shiina hasn't fully grasped the reality of becoming a craftsman's wife yet, she grows bit by bit, deepening her feelings for Shuu with the support of those around her.

“Cuprum No Hanayome” is more than just a lovey-dovey story. While elements of a romantic comedy are certainly depicted, it also portrays the job and life in the Tsubame-Sanjo area in Niigata as a Tsuiki Douki craftsman. The story incorporates local dialects, specialty products, and sweets, which gives a very detailed depiction of the local charm.

In addition, the characters of Shuu and Shiina, who are at the center of the story, are fascinating. Shuu is a serious craftsman, while Shiina is a modern and bright gal. The generational and value gap between the two, and the communication that ensues, warms the heart when reading.

The life of a craftsman, filled with discipline and seriousness, and the romance that blooms in that environment, may seem contradictory at first glance, but this work manages to balance it well. The portrayal of the landscape, people, and work in the Tsubame-Sanjo area in Niigata from various perspectives is deeply moving.

Why not experience the world of a new romantic comedy with “Cuprum No Hanayome”? You will surely be captivated by the love story between Shiina, the gal, and Shuu, the craftsman.