Show ha shoten does not claim itself to be a hilarious manga. It touches on the difficulties that comes with being a performer in comedy, all while it stays light hearted and respectful of themes such as anxiety and misogyny. The main characters Shijima and Higashikata are serious about their own individual goals. Shijima is yet to find closure about the girl he once had a crush on as she changed her name. Higashikata has faced obstacles in his past that he now wants to face by looking them in the eye. Both are anxious, but hopeful. Their journeys signify a great love of comedythat is emphasised in the way the author details the theory of comedy. Show ha shoten stays true to being heart-warming with endearing characters all throughout. At the exact same time, the stakes are high as every rival character in this story is a true competitor.

This is a story where the characters fail as much as they succeed. If you want a series with true passion, then this is the one for you.