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Amidst the falling cherry blossoms, Asaki wishes to revitalize his grandmother's beloved cafe. With the appearance of Rira and Richer, two girls who wish to work at the cafe, this is the start of a bittersweet story that will intertwine them all.
Love's Sweet Garnish is a visual novel, anime and cute game
developed by Canvas+Garden
and published by Sekai Project.
Released on September 07th 2018 is available only on Windows
in 3 languages: English, Japanese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 749 reviews of which 702 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 12.79€ on Steam.
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- OS *: Windows 7/8/8.1/10
- Processor: 1GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1280 x 720
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 800 MB available space
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TL;DR Get it on sale I wish there was a MID or neutral button. The common route (until first choice) is long and rather boring. Only once the heroine routes begin it gets interesting. Two endings. That's it. Oh, and DLC being not free adds a little bitterness to all of this. That's why I'd recommend wishlisting it and wait.
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Love’s Sweet Garnish is the kind of visual novel that doesn’t try to subvert expectations or redefine the genre—it embraces familiar romantic storytelling with sincerity, confidence, and softness. Developed by Canvas+Garden and published by Sekai Project, it begins with a simple premise: a young man unexpectedly inherits his grandmother’s small-town café and must revive it to honor her legacy. That setup, while not groundbreaking, provides an immediately cozy emotional anchor and a natural setting for relationships to develop. The game isn't about dramatic confrontations or world-ending stakes—its appeal lies in slowly building something meaningful alongside the people who choose to support you. The narrative unfolds at an unhurried rhythm, first establishing daily life inside the café before branching into individual character routes. The heroines—most prominently the energetic Rira, the more mature and composed Richer, and the hardworking childhood friend Chisato—each offer distinct emotional arcs without feeling exaggerated or stylized beyond believability. Their interactions with the protagonist feel rooted in small gestures, shared routines, and accumulated moments over time rather than suddenly forced romantic shifts. This grounded approach gives the story warmth and relatability, making the romances feel like natural extensions of friendship and cooperation rather than predetermined plot assignments. While the writing maintains a light tone throughout, it occasionally slips into reflective territory, acknowledging insecurities, ambitions, and the fear of disappointing others. Presentation plays a huge role in the game’s appeal. The art direction is colorful, polished, and expressive, balancing the softness of pastel character designs with richly detailed café interiors and city backgrounds. Character sprites animate subtly, conveying personality even in simple conversations, and the CG illustrations mark emotional milestones with visual flair. Every environment feels intentionally designed—warm lighting, inviting textures, whimsical décor—reinforcing the idea that the café isn’t just a workplace but a shared community space. Voice acting further enhances this atmosphere, bringing emotion and texture to character dialogue while keeping the pacing smooth and engaging. The soundtrack, mostly gentle acoustic and light pop melodies, complements the cozy aesthetic without drawing focus away from the storytelling. Structurally, Love’s Sweet Garnish is a traditional choice-based visual novel, and its mechanics reflect that. Decisions are sparse and mostly serve to determine which heroine’s route the player will follow rather than branching into drastically different story outcomes. This makes the experience approachable, especially for newcomers to the genre who may feel intimidated by more complex multi-route structures. However, players who enjoy highly interactive narratives may wish for more choice-driven influence over story events. Each route remains relatively short—long enough to feel satisfying, but brief enough to complete in just a few sittings—making the full experience digestible without requiring a major time commitment. If the game has weaknesses, they lie primarily in its restraint. The story avoids conflict so thoroughly that some players may find the emotional stakes too low or the plot too predictable. A few scenes exist solely to reinforce personality traits already well established, causing occasional repetition. The translation, while generally readable, contains a handful of awkward phrasing or inconsistencies that momentarily interrupt immersion. Additionally, because the common route is short, the narrative doesn’t fully explore the café’s broader community or secondary characters, leaving world-building lighter than it could have been. Yet for many players, these limitations are inseparable from the game’s identity. Love’s Sweet Garnish wants to be comforting rather than intense, sweet rather than dramatic, and predictable in the way a favorite dessert is predictable—you return not to be surprised, but because it feels familiar and reassuring. It succeeds by understanding its audience: fans of light romance, slice-of-life storytelling, and visually charming character-driven narratives. It’s a game best enjoyed slowly, with tea or coffee in hand, letting its gentle optimism settle in rather than rushing toward its endings. Ultimately, Love’s Sweet Garnish may not be revolutionary, but it is undeniably heartfelt. It delivers a warm, polished, aesthetically pleasing romantic experience that celebrates everyday connection, personal growth, and the joy of creating a welcoming space for others. For players seeking a soothing visual novel with endearing characters, thoughtful presentation, and a wholesome atmosphere, it offers a delightful and memorable escape. Rating: 9/10
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Very cute and straightforward title from Canvas+Garden, with two routes and nauseatingly sweet, sugary goodness for moege fans. Absolutely repetitive at times, I found myself clicking through text already guessing its next line at least a few times. Tension is clumsy and pipelines our MC to either route, Richer's was more exciting of the two. Lack of conflict isn't a problem for moege, but possibilities were at expense here. Instead of its side characters being so paperthin, Garnish could have structured itself better with added CGs. I wish we got CGs of the MC's grandmother herself and her elated joy hearing the success of Caramella being back in business. I can't enter full screen without a specific desktop configuration, and can't jump back lines not previously saved. You unlock two H-scenes for Rira and Richer each after completing a route in its entirety, they're almost copycat save for a few differences. About 6-10 hours depending on how fast you read. Play this moege for its light and fluffy atmosphere, filled with matcha crunch and pink filling. The artwork is lovely, similar to Shiratama. I want a Chisato route.
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idk how i feel abt this game all i got it and played for 2 hours was for a background ngl
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Love's Sweet Garnish is currently priced at 12.79€ on Steam.
Love's Sweet Garnish is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 12.79€ on Steam.
Love's Sweet Garnish received 702 positive votes out of a total of 749 achieving a rating of 8.78.
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Love's Sweet Garnish was developed by Canvas+Garden and published by Sekai Project.
Love's Sweet Garnish is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Love's Sweet Garnish is not playable on MacOS.
Love's Sweet Garnish is not playable on Linux.
Love's Sweet Garnish is a single-player game.
There is a DLC available for Love's Sweet Garnish. Explore additional content available for Love's Sweet Garnish on Steam.
Love's Sweet Garnish does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Love's Sweet Garnish does not support Steam Remote Play.
Love's Sweet Garnish is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Canvas+Garden
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Sekai Project
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07 Sep 2018
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