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In a world populated by anthropomorphic animals, herbivores and carnivores coexist with each other. ...
Reading Beastars was an experience that left me deeply uncomfortable, akin to the unsettling feeling one might get from reading Lolita. The relationship between Haru and Legoshi is portrayed as a romantic entanglement between an 18-year-old rabbit and a much older, physically imposing wolf. While Haru is legally an adult, her depiction—small stature, childlike features, and submissive demeanor—creates a visual and thematic imbalance that is hard to ignore.
This dynamic is not just a quirk of character design but a deliberate choice by the author. Haru’s sexual experiences are presented in a way that feels exploitative, especially considering her vulnerability and the power disparity between her and Legoshi. The narrative often frames Legoshi’s attraction to Haru in terms that blur the line between affection and predation, making their relationship uncomfortable to witness.
Many readers have expressed similar discomfort. On Reddit, one user noted:
“I was watching the series… when Legoshi [is] in a dinner with Haru, I felt a pedophilian vibe, in the way that Haru is represented like a kid and Legoshi like a grown man.”
And I can totally attest to that, because I felt the same way.
The discomfort is further compounded by the lack of meaningful character development for Haru. She is often sidelined, with her personal growth and agency taking a backseat to Legoshi’s journey. This imbalance reinforces the troubling power dynamics at play and detracts from the narrative’s potential to explore complex themes in a responsible manner.
I can’t believe the author isn’t a pedophile or hasn’t had pedophilic tendency’s , this whole manga read as an exposure. If you’ve known child exploitation you recognize it and this is definitely a road to that.I can’t recommend this to anyone it’s utterly disgusting.
