Japanese Fans Choose Top Ten Manga Series They Want To See Animated
Anime Japan 2022 was recently held, and much like the previous years, the results of the massive anime poll "Manga I wish to see animated in the future" were released. These mangas are chosen by the general population through a voting process. A total of 102 works were nominated, and the list for the top 10 is as follows.
10. Kaiju no. 8
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: 8Kaijuu, Monster #8
Japanese: 怪獣8号
English: Kaiju No. 8
Synopsis
In a world that is constantly attacked by kaiju, Kafka Hibino is a worker who cleans up the debris left behind after the battle against them. This is a bitter reality for a man who had dreams of joining the Defense Force in order to kill kaiju, but failed the examination numerous times. After a small talking monster flies into his body via his mouth, Kafka gains the ability to turn into a monster himself, which gets dubbed "Kaiju No. 8" by the Defense Force. Kafka remains fully cognizant while in the form, but gains superhuman strength, and becomes the first monster to escape the Defense Force.
The manga is written and illustrated by Naoya Matsumoto, and has been available Shueisha's Shōnen Jump+ app and website since July 2020, with chapters collected in six tankōbon volumes by March 2022.
9. Wind Breaker
Alternative Titles
Japanese: WIND BREAKER
English: Wind Breaker
Synopsis
Haruka Sakura wants nothing to do with weaklings—he's only interested in the strongest of the strong. He's just started at Furin High School, a school of degenerates known only for their brawling strength—strength they use to protect their town from anyone who wishes it ill. But Haruka's not interested in being a hero or being part of any sort of team—he just wants to fight his way to the top!
The manga is written and illustrated by Satoru NII, and has been ongoing since January 13, 2021.
8. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You
Alternative Titles
Japanese: 君のことが大大大大大好きな100人の彼女
English: The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You
Synopsis
The series focuses on high school student Rentarō Aijō, who in his lifetime fell in love and confessed to exactly 100 girls, only to be rejected by all of them. While praying in a shrine, Rentarō is approached by the God of Love, who reveals that he, due to an error, is destined to have 100 soulmates. However, he also tells Rentarō that if he does not return the feelings of any of his soulmates, they will suffer an accident and die. Not wanting this to happen, Rentarō is determined not to let any of his soulmates die as he meets and dates them all at the same time.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You is written by Rikito Nakamura, while the art is illustrated by Yukiko Nozawa, and currently has a total of 8 volumes as relased by Young Jump Comics.
7. Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
Alternative Titles
Japanese: 30歳まで童貞だと魔法使いになれるらしい
English: Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
Synopsis
Office worker Kiyoshi Adachi has gone 30 years of life without ever having his cherry popped. Due to this profound accomplishment, he becomes a wizard with the ability to read minds through physical contact. However, he thinks his newly attained skill is hopelessly lame and has caused him to dislike crowded places.
On the way to his work, Adachi runs into his attractive and well-liked coworker, Yuuichi Kurosawa. Curious, Adachi furtively touches Kurosawa, only to find out that his coworker holds romantic dreams about him!
The series is written and illustrated by Yuu Toyota, and is currently ongoing with 5 volumes.
6. Solo Leveling
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: Na Honjaman Level Up, I Level Up Alone
Korean: 나 혼자만 레벨업
English: Solo Leveling
Synopsis
Humans with magical skills must face deadly monsters in order to save the human race from devastation. Sung Jinwoo, a famously weak hunter, finds himself in an everlasting struggle for survival. After narrowly escaping an immensely powerful double dungeon that nearly wipes out his entire group, a mysterious computer program known as the System selects him as its single player and grants him the extremely uncommon ability to level up in strength, potentially beyond all known boundaries. Follow Jinwoo on his quest to uncover the secrets of the dungeons and the true source of his powers as he battles a variety of foes, both human and monster.
This author for this manhwa is Chugong, and the story has been concluded on December 29, 2021.
5. Oshi no Ko (My Star)
Alternative Titles
Japanese: 【推しの子】
English: Favorite Girl, My Idol’s Child
Synopsis
Gorou Honda is a countryside gynecologist and a big fan of teenage idol Ai Hoshino. So when the pregnant idol shows up at his hospital, he is beyond bewildered. After meeting with an untimely death, Gorou finds that he has been reborn as Aquamarine Hoshino—Ai's newborn son! With the help of an eccentric ally, Gorou goes on to travel the roads of stardom himself, as he tries to protect the smile of his beloved Ai.
Aka Akasaka wrote Oshi no Ko, which was illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari. Since April 23, 2020, it has been serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Young Jump.
4. Magu-chan: God of Destruction
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: God of Destruction Mag-Menuek
Japanese: 破壊神マグちゃん
English: Magu-chan: God of Destruction
Synopsis
Many years ago, Magu Menueku, God of Destruction, was sealed by the honorable Holy Knights after a devastating battle broke out with the fate of humanity hanging in the balance.
Eons pass until Ruru Miyanagi, a happy-go-lucky middle school student, unintentionally releases Magu, waking him from his long slumber. But instead of cowering in fear, Ruru is eager to befriend Magu, even dubbing the God of Destruction "Magu-chan!" Magu finds himself at the mercy of this young girl as he attempts to regain his full powers. However, as he progresses in his mission, his friendship with Ruru blossoms as he learns a bit more about the lowly world he plans to destroy.
Written by Kei Kamiki, the manga reached its conclusion on February 7, 2022.
3. Nito to Tazuka no Nichijo
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: Osananajimi no Nichijou
Japanese: 仁藤と田塚の日常
English: Nito and Tazuka's Daily Life
Synopsis
Nito and Tazuka are childhood friends and classmates. Tazuka is outwardly cold, but to Nito he is a kind and reliable confidant. Although they have different career paths, they can get along, or so Nito thought when Tatsuka confessed his feelings. Nito also loves Tazuka, but not in the same way. Will they be able to recover their relationship as friends?
Written and illustrated by Satou to shio/ Satoutoshio, the manga ended its original run on November 22, 2021 with 3 volumes.
2. Who Made Me a Princess
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: Eoneu Nal Gongjuga Doeeo Beoryeotda, Suddenly Became A Princess One Day
Korean: 어느 날 공주가 되어버렸다
Synopsis
The beautiful Athanasia was murdered at the hands of her own biological father, Claude de Alger Obelia, the cold-blooded emperor! It’s just a silly bedtime story…until a woman wakes up to suddenly discover that she has become that unlucky princess! She needs a plan to survive her doomed fate, and time is running out.
The manhwa, written by Plutus and illustrated by Spoon, is currently ongoing and published by CARROTOON.
1. My Cross-dressing Senpai
Alternative Titles
Japanese: 先輩はおとこのこ
Synopsis
Makoto Hanaoka, a womanly second-year student, easily attracts other people's attention. First-year student Saki Aoi falls in love with Makoto at first sight, and she does not hesitate to confess her feelings to her senior. However, it turns out that Makoto is not a girl, but rather a cross-dressing boy! Even after he rejects her, Saki's determination does not stop her from declaring that she will become his first love. With Saki and his childhood friend at his side, Makoto's world brightens, giving him strength amid his struggle between his interests and the expectations placed on him.
Written and illustrated by Pomu, the manga is still ongoing with 2 volumes published currently.
