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| Rank | Name | Score | Price | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Gintoki | 9.8 | From ~$9.99/mo | Gintoki is best for fans of action-comedy manga who apprecia... | |
| #2 | Evangelion: New Century Evangelion | 9.3 | From $12.99/volume | Neon Genesis Evangelion fans who want closure and a more opt... | Visit |
| #3 | Like a Velvet Violet | 9.1 | Free | — | Visit |
| #4 | Eight Days | 9.1 | From $10-15 USD per volume | — | |
| #5 | Kimi ni Todoke | 9.0 | From $7.99/volume (digital) or $9.99/volume (print) | Readers who enjoy heartfelt slice-of-life romance manga with... | Visit |
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Gintoki, also known as Yoroizuka, is a sprawling, episodic manga series blending samurai action with absurdist humor and social commentary. It follows Gintoki, a perpetually broke, silver-haired samur...
New Century Evangelion is a manga adaptation of the alternate ending to the original Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series. It attempts to resolve the series' complex and ambiguous themes, offering a m...
Like a Velvet Violet is a captivating josei manga that blends romance, mystery, and suspense. The story follows Akari Sakuragi, who is unexpectedly forced into an arranged marriage with the enigmatic...
Eight Days is a mecha manga known for its grounded and realistic portrayal of giant robot warfare. The story follows a squad of pilots as they respond to an alien invasion, focusing on the tactical an...
Kimi ni Todoke tells the story of Sawako Kuronuma, a shy and misunderstood girl who is ostracized by her classmates due to her resemblance to a character from a horror movie. When a popular boy, Shota...
Minoru Kawakami's 'Perfect Crime' presents a unique 'reverse mystery' format. The reader is given the details of a meticulously planned murder and must attempt to deduce the killer's identity and meth...
Aku no Hana, by Shintaro Kago, while not strictly historical in the traditional sense, is deeply rooted in the aesthetics and anxieties of 1990s Japan, offering a unique historical snapshot. The story...
Arms of Heaven is a space opera mecha manga that focuses on the political and social implications of giant robot technology. The story revolves around a young woman who inherits a powerful mecha and b...
Kai Ito's Tokyo Ghoul, serialized from 2004 to 2014, introduces a world where ghouls, creatures who survive by consuming human flesh, live alongside humans. The story follows Ken Kaneki, a college stu...
2084, by George Ogoshi, is a gritty cyberpunk manga set in a future where corporations control every aspect of life. The story follows a former police officer who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy inv...
Berserk of the Golden Wolf is a continuation of the Berserk series, written and illustrated by Kouji Mijimoto and Studio Gaga, following Kentaro Miura's passing. While it aims to capture the essence o...
Road to Nowhere is a unique and gritty sports manga centered around professional cycling. The story follows a disgraced cyclist seeking redemption while uncovering a dark conspiracy within the sport....
Akunin is a martial arts manga that follows a young ninja who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. The manga features a unique blend of martial arts action, mystery, and humor. The fight scenes are...
Crow is a dark and gritty martial arts manga about a young man who is resurrected as a crow to avenge his family's murder. The manga features intense and brutal fight scenes, as well as a compelling s...
Chobitto, by Pink Himejima, is a unique and charming shojo manga. It tells the story of a young woman who discovers a tiny, adorable creature named Chobitto. The manga blends romance, comedy, and fant...
A Silent Beauty is a unique and touching josei manga that explores the relationship between a hearing girl and a deaf boy. The story follows Misaki Aoi, who is forced to live with her uncle and his fa...
Coffee & Vanilla is a sweet and romantic josei manga that tells the story of Risa Satou, a college student who is unexpectedly swept into a world of luxury and romance when she is adopted by the wealt...
Major follows the journey of Shota Hazama, a young baseball prodigy, as he navigates the challenges of pursuing his dream of becoming a professional player. The series is heartwarming and inspiring, f...
Monster Musume: I Romance a Slime is a comedic fantasy manga known for its lighthearted tone and over-the-top characters. It follows a young man who finds himself surrounded by monster girls, and deve...
Ryukishi07's 'Umineko no Naku Koro ni' is a complex and challenging mystery series set on a secluded island where a wealthy family gathers for a weekend getaway, only to be trapped by a series of supe...
Orochi, by Masashi Ueda, is a historical manga set in feudal Japan, focusing on the Sengoku period. It follows a young man named Orochi, who is caught up in the conflicts between powerful warlords. Th...
Noriteru Kawaguchis Doppo Zetsubou-Sensei, while initially released earlier, experienced a significant resurgence in popularity during the 2020s. Its a darkly comedic series centered around a perpetua...
Yuki Urushibara's 'Psyren' is a unique blend of survival horror and mystery. A group of high school students are trapped in a mysterious underground world where they must compete in a deadly game to e...
Shiro Miyamoto's 'Inuyashiki: A Hard Time for Humans' is a dark and gritty superhero story with a mystery at its core. An elderly man is transformed into a powerful cyborg and must uncover the truth b...
Akumetsu (Angel Beats!), by Yukimitsu Yatate, is set in an afterlife where teenagers who died with regrets confront their pasts. The story blends comedy, drama, and supernatural elements, exploring th...
Dance Dance Detective, by Masahiro Takigawa, is a unique and intriguing mystery manga. The story follows a detective who uses dance to solve crimes. The mangas blend of mystery, action, and comedy is...
Nine Dragon's Children is a wuxia manga that follows a young man who is taken in by a mysterious sect and trained in the art of martial arts. The manga features a complex and engaging story, as well a...
Dear Sailor is a compelling josei manga that weaves together romance, drama, and mystery. The story follows Hanae, who is drawn into a complex web of secrets and intrigue when she meets a mysterious m...
Kakukaku Shikajika is a unique and intriguing manga that blends mystery, romance, and supernatural elements. The story follows a young man who finds himself reliving the same day over and over again,...
Akagami no Shirayuki-hime, by Ichijinshi, is a fantasy romance manga about Shirayuki, a young herbalist with red hair who flees her home after being pursued by a prince. She finds refuge in a neighbor...
Megalobox is a unique mecha-adjacent manga that blends boxing with cyberpunk aesthetics. The story follows Junk Dog, a young boxer who fights in underground matches using a mechanized exosuit. The man...
Moon Over Phoenix, by Kohaku Rei, is a historical fantasy manga set in ancient China. It follows a young man who is reborn as a princess and must navigate the treacherous world of court politics and m...
Grand Blue is a raunchy and hilarious slice-of-life manga centered around a group of college students who join the diving club. The humor is often crude and over-the-top, stemming from the characters'...
God of High School follows a young martial artist, Park Jin-woo, who enters a martial arts tournament with a hidden purpose. The tournament is revealed to be a battle for the fate of humanity. The art...
Kamome Shirahamas Witch Hat Atelier is a visually stunning and heartwarming fantasy series. The story follows Coco, a young girl who dreams of becoming a witch. Shirahamas art style is incredibly deta...
Twin Dragons tells the story of two orphaned brothers raised in a martial arts dojo, unaware of their connection. The manga blends action, comedy, and heartwarming moments as they discover their skill...
Tokyo Dreams is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant josei manga that follows the lives of aspiring artists in Tokyo. The story explores themes of ambition, creativity, and the challenges of p...
Mamoru Fujii's 'Akuma to Devote' is a dark and unsettling horror mystery. The story follows a young man who becomes entangled with a mysterious girl with a dark secret. The manga is known for its atmo...
Steel Ball Run, a JoJo's Bizarre Adventure spin-off, features a cross-country horse race where participants develop unique martial arts abilities. The manga blends thrilling races with intense combat,...
Azusa, a disillusioned office worker, dies and reincarnates as an orc in a fantasy world. She spends 30,000 years peacefully farming and raising slimes, but is suddenly forced to confront a looming cr...
Yu Yagami's 'Doubt' is a psychological thriller manga that follows a young man with the ability to sense lies. He becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious events involving a group of high school st...
Ryu Knight is a martial arts manga that combines traditional fighting styles with futuristic technology. The protagonist, Ryu, is a skilled martial artist who uses a robotic suit to fight against evil...
Sugar Kiss, by Mima Momose, is a supernatural romance manga about Kagura, a girl who can see ghosts. She becomes entangled with a mysterious boy who is also a ghost. The manga explores themes of loss,...
Hiroki Akakibes Worlds End Parade is a chilling and unsettling horror series. The story follows a young man who is drawn into a mysterious and dangerous world. Akakibes art style is dark and atmospher...
Sakamoto desu ga?, by Nenji Okazaki, is a hilarious and absurd comedy manga. The story follows Sakamoto, a high school student who is effortlessly cool and always manages to handle any situation with...
Kaze Hikaru, by Yji Terashima, is a historical manga set in the Edo period, following a young man who becomes embroiled in political intrigue and samurai conflicts. The manga is known for its blend of...
Magus of the Library, by Tsukihi Arata and Kikuji Kobayashi, presents a unique fantasy premise centered around a vast library and its magical guardians. The story follows a young man who is tasked wit...
Wolf Girl and Black Prince is a charming and humorous josei manga that follows Erika Shinohara, a high school student who lies about having a boyfriend to avoid being teased. She enlists the help of t...
Ayakashi: Ghost Stories, by Yuji Iwasaki, is a collection of interconnected short stories set in the Edo period, blending historical elements with supernatural horror. The manga is known for its atmos...
Sakura Wars: Perfect Edition, by Satoru Ozawa, is a historical manga set in an alternate Meiji-era Japan, blending historical elements with steampunk technology and supernatural battles. The manga is...
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