Sweetness & Lightning

"Sweetness & Lightning" (甘々と稲妻, Amaama to Inazuma) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Gido Amagakure. It began serialization in Kodansha's seinen manga magazine "Good! Afternoon" in March 2013 and has been compiled into 12 tankōbon volumes. This heartwarming series revolves around Kōhei Inuzuka, a single father and teacher, who is raising his young daughter Tsumugi after the death of his wife. He struggles with cooking, but an encounter with his student, Kotori Iida, leads him to learn how to cook in order to provide nutritious meals for his daughter. The series explores themes of family, friendship, and the joy of cooking, showcasing the importance of warm meals in the home. In 2016, TMS Entertainment adapted the manga into a 12-episode anime television series, which aired between July and September. The anime adaptation captured the essence of the manga, further popularizing the series with its heartwarming narrative and relatable characters. "Sweetness & Lightning" is a delightful and wholesome series that has resonated with audiences of all ages.