The year’sbest-selling manga rankings have been revealed, showcasing the most beloved titles worldwide, likeOne PieceandSpy x Family.Among the top ten are timeless classics alongside breakout hits, highlighting the diversity and dynamism of the manga industry. These rankings are a testament to the creativity of the authors and their ability to connect with audiences on both an emotional and a cultural level. With the medium’s influence continuing to grow, it’s harder and harder to predict which series will take the top spot, and which will flop.
At the top of the list is Gege Akutami’sJujutsu Kaisenwhich sold an impressive 7.6 million copies thanks likely to the explosive popularity of its anime adaptation. The series' thrilling blend of action, slick animation, and deeply flawed yet relatable characters has cemented it as a global phenomenon. Following closely behind isOne Pieceby Eiichiro Oda which sold 5.2 million, and it remains a cultural juggernaut even after more than two decades. The ongoing adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates have captivated generations, and continue to see success in adaptations, both live and animated.
The Top Ten Best-selling Manga of the Year Are Announced
These Titles Captivate Audiences and Sell Millions of Copies
Continuing the list of bestsellers areFrieren: Beyond Journey’s End, The Apothecary Diaries,andBlue Lock.FrierenandApothoecary Diarieseach sold a little less than 5 million copies and prove that the fantasy genre is alive and well.Blue Lockcontinues to dominate the sports genre, taking the fifth spot overall, spurred on by the global love of soccer. WithFrieren’s anime adaptation forthcoming andApothecary Diaries’second season soon to come, both titles will likely continue to appear on bestseller lists.
Rounding out the final five bestsellers are:Kaiju No. 8in sixth, the historical epicKingdomin seventh, the volleyball seriesHaikyu!!Ineighth, andMy Hero AcademiaandSpy X Familyfilling ninth and tenth places. The superhero series and espionage comedy have become worldwide sensations, of course. The franchises continue to draw in new readers thanks to their hit anime adaptations and successful feature-length films. So as 2024 wraps up, the industry’s top titles have set a high bar for what’s to come in the year ahead.
Jujutsu Kaisen
Jujutsu Kaisenis a Japanese anime and manga series created by Gege Akutami. The story is set in a world where Cursed Spirits, born from negative human emotions, prey on humanity. It follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he becomes entangled in the world of Jujutsu Sorcery after swallowing a cursed talisman—Ryomen Sukuna’s finger—and becomes the host for one of the most powerful curses. Yuji joins the Tokyo Metropolitan Magic Technical College to learn how to combat curses while searching for the remaining fingers of Sukuna to exorcise him permanently.
