Do you know the hugely popular anime "Teasing Master Takagi-san 2" that finally started in July 2019? This work will make you grin and smirk, but in fact, there is a spin-off manga called "Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san". What does ex mean? What's the difference? If you're hesitant to pick it up, you should definitely read it! Here we will introduce "Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san". Please note that it contains some spoilers.
Recap before Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san!
What is Teasing Master Takagi-san?
"Teasing Master Takagi-san" is a manga that has been serialized regularly in "Gessan (Shogakukan)" since 2013. It is a love comedy about the daily lives of middle school students Takagi-san and Nishikata. It is a very popular manga with Takagi-san's skillful teasing and Nishikata's insensitive and pure reactions. Please check it out before "Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san".
Characters
The story revolves around the boy Nishikata and the girl Takagi-san. Other friends and teachers from the same class also appear. Compared to the beautiful Takagi-san, Nishikata is just an ordinary middle school boy. However, as you read on, you will find that he is a very innocent and shy, but kind, honest and very cute middle school boy. He is the type of boy you would want as a younger brother. He is very much worth teasing (lol). It is a sweet and refreshing story that depicts the period when the two were more than friends but not quite lovers.
Who is the former Takagi-san who is the master of teasing?
Adult version
This is the Nishikata family that appears in "Former Takagi-san, the teasing master". Of course, it's Takagi-san and Nishikata who appeared in "Teasing Master Takagi-san". The girl in the middle is actually their child. As I will explain later, she is insanely cute! Takagi-san is as beautiful as ever. Nishikata seems to have grown up just like that. However, Nishikata has become well-built and muscular. Maybe it's the result of being teased by Takagi-san every day (lol). The title's former Takagi-san is because he got married and changed his surname.
The main characters this time are Chii and former Takagi-san
In "Teasing Master Former Takagi-san," we have former Takagi-san, her beloved daughter Chii, and sometimes Nishikata. Takagi-san is probably a full-time housewife, and the story depicts her teasing with Chii in her daily life. The charm of "Teasing Master Former Takagi-san" is its heartwarming family comedy. Of course, she still seems to be teasing Nishikata, so just like "Teasing Master Takagi-san," you can expect some grins.
What is Chi from Teasing Master Mototakagi-san?
Beloved Daughter
Her age and real name have not been made public, but her parents call her "Chi". Her mother Mototakagi-san seems to tease her almost every day, but it also seems to be a way to educate her. She hates green peppers, and when she cries, she cries cutely, saying "Pee~"! Both Mototakagi-san and Nishikata are depicted as doting on her. She is an expressive and adorable character.
A living copy of former Takagi-san and Nishikata
That's the influence of her mother (lol). Usually, Chii is teased when she's alone with former Takagi-san, but when her father Nishikata joins in, Nishikata is the only one who gets teased. She looks like former Takagi-san, but inside she's completely Nishikata. Her facial expressions are easy to understand, so it's fun to tease her (lol). She's also very competitive, just like Nishikata. So sometimes she teams up with her father Nishikata to tease former Takagi-san's mother, but in the end they both end up being teased. It's hereditary (lol)
Former Takagi-san's love expression from Teasing Master remains the same
Chi-hee
She seems to like this sweet called "Itokashi" and it appears frequently. The name is great, isn't it? Chi-chan also loves manju, but former Takagi-san seems to only think it's cute, and she seems to tease him just like in "Teasing Master Takagi-san". When she scolds her, she says "Ah, where's the naughty girl?" or encourages him by having a contest, and she has the image of a very kind and reliable mother. It's a wonderful family.
To Nishikata
He seems to be as shy as ever (lol). He tries to be dignified as a father, especially in front of Chii, but Former Takagi-san laughs at him. However, I think they are a wonderful couple because they try not to let Chii know about it. Nishikata still thinks Former Takagi-san is cute, and he blushes when she smiles a little. He hasn't changed since middle school. That's also one of Nishikata's good points.
Teasing Scenes from Former Takagi-san, the Master of Teasing
From here on, I would like to touch on the content a little. I'll show you a little teasing scene where former Takagi-san shines the most. The teasing is a little different from "Teasing Master Takagi-san", so you'll feel that he's grown up!
Coffee
Although former Takagi-san makes Nishikata coffee every day, Nishikata seems to really dislike coffee. His palate doesn't seem to have changed either (lol). However, he keeps a poker face so that Nishikata doesn't realize it, but in fact former Takagi-san seems to know. Former Takagi-san seems to enjoy watching him endure it with a poker face. And it seems that he puts sugar in it to make it a little easier to drink, and it was actually rolling around in former Takagi-san's hand! It seems like it's been a long-term tease. Former Takagi is always trying to tease him, and it must be fun every day (lol)
Hairstyle
They're at each other's feet, but they're always so in love. Former Takagi hadn't tied her hair up because she took her hair tie. After Nishikata got home from work, while tying it up, he asked, "Should I tie it up?" and Former Takagi replied to the cold Nishikata, "Isn't it fine either way?", saying the above line. Both of their expressions don't change! And Nishikata's refusal to say anything when the truth hits the mark is heart-pounding. I guess he thought both were cute.
Cute
After this, time stops for Nishikata alone, but I guess he doesn't usually say "cute"! He compliments Chi and his mother Mototakagi-san at the same time, which makes both Mototakagi-san and Chi-san happy. Chi's happy expression is so cute, but you can also tell Mototakagi-san's grin is happy. In the end, they're in love. That hasn't changed since they were in middle school, but there's a slightly different feeling of excitement as they've grown up.
Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san is also pretty exciting!
What a happy family. It's a painful blow to those who aren't in a good relationship, but I still have one thing in mind. I'm glad they're happy after getting married. In "Teasing Master Takagi-san," there were a lot of scenes where they were tender and endearing before they started dating, but in "Teasing Master Ex-Takagi-san," they seem to be happy after reaching their goal. Other than being teased (lol), I'd love to see this animated too! "Teasing Master Takagi-san 2" is also very popular and is currently being broadcast. Please check it out.
