Ever wonder which manga are the absolute rockstars? The ones everyone (and their grandma) seems to have read? Let’s dive into the best-selling manga of all time! Prepare for some surprises... and maybe some serious agreement (or disagreement) from your own manga shelf.
The Big Leagues: Manga's Hall of Fame
10. Slam Dunk
Slam Dunk scores tenth place! This basketball manga is a total classic. Honestly, it makes me want to pick up a basketball... and immediately trip over my own feet.
9. Naruto
Believe it! Naruto ninjas its way into ninth. All that ramen must have fueled the sales. (Unpopular opinion: I secretly always wanted a pet fox.)
8. Detective Conan
Detective Conan, also known as Case Closed, unravels mysteries into eighth! Seriously, this kid never ages. At this point, is he even trying to grow up?
7. Dragon Ball
Goku and friends blast into seventh place with Dragon Ball. Power levels? Over 9000! I’m convinced everyone tried the Kamehameha at least once.
6. Oishinbo
Okay, prepare for a curveball. Oishinbo, a manga about food, lands in sixth. Who knew culinary adventures could be so popular? This just proves we all love food!
5. Kochikame: Tokyo Beat Cops
Another surprise! Kochikame: Tokyo Beat Cops takes fifth place. A long-running series about a goofy policeman. It's like the manga version of a sitcom... but way longer.
4. Astro Boy
Astro Boy flies into fourth! A classic! This is basically manga history, people. You gotta respect the robot with a heart of gold!
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3. Golgo 13
Golgo 13 snipes its way into third. This assassin manga is seriously long-running. He's probably seen more action than James Bond!
2. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba slashes into second! Demons beware! This is a more recent hit that exploded in popularity. (Confession: I cried during the Mugen Train arc.)
1. One Piece
And the king? One Piece! Luffy and his crew sail to the top spot. This manga is a true phenomenon. Seriously, it feels like it's been going on since the dawn of time. Will Luffy ever find the One Piece?
Final Thoughts (and Maybe a Little Controversy)
So, there you have it! The top 10 best-selling manga of all time. Agree with the list? Disagree? Let the manga wars begin!
It's wild how much variety there is, isn't it? From food to cops to pirates, there's a manga for everyone. Plus, this list shows how long some manga can run, I mean One Piece and Golgo 13 have been running for ages!
Did any of these titles shock you? Are there any unsung heroes you think deserve to be on this list? Let’s discuss!
Don't forget to support your favorite mangaka! Read responsibly and maybe buy a volume or two (or twenty!). Happy reading!
