Top 16 Best Japanese Manga Comics of All Time

If you're a fan of detective stories, don't miss out on the manga masterpiece Rewnowned Detective Conan. Created by Aoyama Gosho, it made its debut in January 1994. The story revolves around high school detective Kudo Shinichi, who, during an investigation, is forced to ingest a poison by the Black Organization, causing his body to shrink, turning him into Edogawa Conan. The series has sold over 140 million copies in Japan.

The manga is still in production and is available in Vietnam through Kim Dong Publishing House. You can find it at bookstores nationwide.

The futuristic cat afraid of mice and the clumsy, silly little boy Nobita are two characters very familiar to anyone, not only children but also older parents. Doraemon is a Japanese manga by author Fujiko Fujio, created in 1969 for children. The work was later adapted into short and long films, as well as various other forms such as plays and electronic games. Doraemon consists of 45 volumes.

Doraemon tells the story of a robotic cat from the 22nd century who comes to help the clumsy boy Nobi Nobita. Doraemon's stories are often short, easy to understand, humorous, and carry an optimistic view of future life as well as the development of science and technology. Doraemon is highly educational and has won many major manga awards in Japan.

Not only is it a famous Japanese manga, but it has also become a cultural icon of the dreamy land of the rising sun. Doraemon is widespread throughout the country, and you can find it in bookstores or read it online on various websites.

3. Bleach (Tite Kubo)

Bleach, also known as 'Ichigo, the Soul Reaper,' is authored by Tite Kubo. The series has been written since 2001 and is still ongoing. It falls into the action and fantasy genres, revolving around the afterlife, making it highly appealing to readers, especially teenagers.

Bleach narrates Ichigo's adventure after gaining the powers of a Soul Reaper—a death god in Japanese mythology resembling Grim from Grimms' Fairy Tales—Pukia Kuchiki. Endowed with these abilities, he is tasked with protecting humans from malevolent spirit demons and guiding souls to the afterlife.

Bleach debuted in the manga compilation magazine Weekly Shounen Jump in August 2001 and was later adapted into an animated series. The manga has sold over 50 million copies in Japan and topped the charts for best-selling manga in the United States.

Currently, the manga consists of 686 chapters and has been published in Vietnam by Dong Nai Publishing House. You can either read it online or find it at bookstores nationwide.

4. Fullmetal Alchemist (Hiromu Arakawa)

Fullmetal Alchemist, also known as 'The Alchemist of Silver' in the Vietnamese-translated manga version, is a manga series written and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa.

The world depicted in this series is built in the style of Industrial Revolution-era Europe. Set in a fictional universe where alchemy is one of the most advanced scientific techniques known to humanity, the story follows two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who seek to restore their bodies to their original state after a tragic failure while attempting to bring their beloved mother back to life through alchemy.

This manga was first released in August 2001 and concluded in April 2010. Subsequently, Fullmetal Alchemist was adapted into a 51-episode anime series by Bones and a second 64-episode anime adaptation.

The Fullmetal Alchemist manga sold over 50 million copies in Japan by 2010. The English version of the first manga volume was the best-selling graphic novel in 2005. Overall, the media has highly praised this work. Currently, the manga is available in Vietnam, and readers can find it at bookstores nationwide or read it online.

5. Naruto (Masashi Kishimoto)

Naruto is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto. The series was first published in 1999 in the 43rd issue of Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. The manga consists of 700 chapters and is currently in its final stages.

The main character is Uzumaki Naruto, a lively and energetic teenager, a ninja who constantly seeks recognition from others and aspires to become the Hokage – the leader of the ninja village, earning the respect of everyone. Twelve years before the main story begins, a nine-tailed fox attacked Konohagakure. It was a monstrous creature with tremendous power; just a swing of one of its nine tails could create a tsunami balancing several mountains. It caused chaos and killed many people until the leader of the Leaf Village – the Fourth Hokage – defeated it by sacrificing his own life to seal it inside a newborn child. That child's name is Uzumaki Naruto.

It's no surprise that Naruto became one of Japan's top-selling manga. With its captivating storyline and Masashi Kishimoto's skilled and clever artwork, Naruto is one of the best-selling manga of all time, having sold over 113 million copies in Japan. Currently, Naruto is available in Vietnam, and readers can find it at bookstores nationwide.

6. Dragon Ball (Akira Toriyama)

This is a manga very familiar to our childhood - Dragon Ball. The manga is written and illustrated by Akira Toriyama.

Published weekly from 1984 to 1995 with 519 chapters compiled into 42 volumes, Dragon Ball depicts the journey of Son Goku from childhood to adulthood. It follows his martial arts training and exploration of the world in search of the Dragon Balls, which grant wishes when gathered. Throughout Goku's journey, he makes friends and confronts villains intending to use the Dragon Balls for world domination.

This manga holds profound meaning about sacred friendship and the human quest for peace. Dragon Ball is available in Vietnam, easily found in comic book stores, or readers can explore it online, though the image quality may not be optimal.

This is an unmissable manga for those who enjoy the genres of science fiction and action. Death Note, translated as 'The Death Note' in Vietnamese, evokes a sense of eerie fascination with the afterlife. Originally written by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata, this Japanese manga primarily revolves around a high school senior with exceptional intelligence who decides to rid the world of evil using a mysterious notebook that causes the death of anyone whose name is written in it.

Death Note was first published from December 2003 to May 2006, spanning 108 chapters compiled into 12 manga volumes. Following its massive success, Death Note was adapted into two live-action films and an anime series. Beyond that, it was transformed into an illustrated novel by Nishio Ishin.

As of May 2006, Death Note ranked as the 6th best-selling manga in the history of Shueisha with over 15 million copies sold in Japan. Japanese manga enthusiasts voted Death Note as one of the top ten best-selling manga of all time. Currently, this manga is available in Vietnam at bookstores nationwide.

Sailor Moon, also known as Sailor Moon in the Shoujo genre by mangaka Naoko Takeuchi, is set in modern-day Tokyo, Japan, with the main character being Usagi Tsukino - a clumsy, academically challenged girl who is often late for school, cries frequently, and struggles with her tasks. After a fateful encounter with Luna the cat, Usagi becomes Sailor Moon - a righteous warrior dedicated to defeating the forces of the Dark Kingdom. Through battles, she meets and befriends other warriors, and the group discovers their true identities while fighting together.

The manga was adapted into anime, live-action, and games. It was first serialized in 1992 and completed in 1997, comprising 52 chapters compiled into 18 volumes. The series has been translated into multiple languages and gained popularity worldwide. Currently, it is available in Vietnam at comic book stores nationwide.

One Punch Man is a Japanese webcomic created by an author using the pen name One, first published on his own site on June 3, 2009.

The primary protagonist of the story is Saitama, nicknamed 'Caped Baldy'. He possesses such extraordinary strength that he can defeat any opponent with just a single punch. The second main character is Genos, known as the 'Cyborg Destroyer'. He decides to become Saitama's disciple after witnessing the devastating punch of One Punch Man. Genos and Saitama both join the Hero Association.

The comic quickly gained popularity and has surpassed 55 million visits, with an average of 60,000 views per day. Currently, One Punch Man has 191 chapters in Vietnamese. You can follow the developments of this famous series on various online platforms.

One Piece is a manga series for teenagers in the adventure and action genre, written by Eiichiro Oda. The episodes of One Piece are regularly published in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, first introduced to readers in 1997. The story revolves around the journey of Monkey D. Luffy - the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates and his crew. Luffy searches for the mysterious sea where the greatest treasure in the world, One Piece, is hidden, with the goal of becoming the Pirate King.

One Piece captivates readers with its unique drawing style, distinctive character traits, humor, and storyline. In 2015, the One Piece manga was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the comic book series with the most copies published by a single author worldwide. By the end of 2014, the recorded number of One Piece copies in circulation reached 320,866,000 worldwide.

Currently, One Piece is available in Vietnam and continues to be translated. You can read the latest chapters on various online platforms or purchase them at bookstores nationwide.

Attack On Titan is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by artist Hajime Isayama, first introduced to readers in September 2009 and compiled into 15 volumes by December 2014.

Attack On Titan revolves around the adventures of Eren Yeager, his close companion Mikasa Ackerman, and their best friend, Armin Arlert. After the protective wall of their homeland is breached by the Titan Shifters, Eren witnesses the horrifying scene of his mother being eaten alive by a Titan. He vows to kill all the Titans, leading him to join the military with his friends. Thus, the story begins.

This manga is suitable for teenagers who enjoy adventure and action. Attack On Titan promises thrilling adventures. Currently, Attack On Titan has concluded, and you can read it online on various web platforms.

Attack On Titan là một loại manga Nhật Bản được viết và minh họa bởi họa sĩ Hajime Isayma, ra mắt bạn đọc lần đầu tiên vào tháng 9 năm 2009 và được gộp thành 15 tập tính tháng 12 năm 2014.

Attack On Titan xoay quanh cuộc phiêu lưu của Eren Yeager, cô bạn sống chung Mikasa Ackerman, và người bạn thân của họ - Armin Arlert. Sau khi bức tường để bảo vệ quê hương bị bọn Titan Hộ pháp (Titan siêu khổng lồ), Titan Thiết Giáp chọc thủng, Eren đã thực sự kinh hoàng khi chứng kiến cảnh mẹ cậu bị một Titan ăn sống. Cậu thề sẽ giết chết tất cả các Titan, vì vậy cậu đã gia nhập quân đội cùng với bạn bè của mình. Từ đó, câu chuyện bắt đầu.

Đây là bộ manga phù hợp cho lứa tuổi thiếu niên thích phiêu lưu, hành động. Attack On Titan hứa hẹn nhiều cuộc phiêu lưu kỳ thú. Hiện nay, Attack On Titan đã hoàn thành, các bạn có thể đọc trực tuyến trên trang các web online nhé.

12. Demon Slayer (Gotōge Koyoharu)

Demon Slayer, written by Gotōge Koyoharu, has taken the manga world by storm. The series follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy turned demon slayer after his family is slaughtered by demons, and his sister Nezuko is turned into one. Tanjiro's journey is one of vengeance, redemption, and battling the demons that threaten humanity.

Demon Slayer - Kimetsu no Yaiba, one of the hottest and best-selling manga in Japan, was published in Vietnam in 2020. Demon Slayer was serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from February 2016 to May 2020, and during its manga release, the author was pleasantly surprised by the unexpectedly warm reception.

The setting of the manga is in the historical period of real Japan, the Taisho era (1912-1926). The protagonist of the manga, Tanjiro, a humble charcoal seller, discovers his family brutally slaughtered by demons after returning home late one night. His younger sister, the sole survivor, is tragically turned into a demon. Tanjiro trains in the way of the sword to become a skilled swordsman and joins the demon slayer corps, an organization not officially recognized by the Japanese government, dedicated to eradicating bloodthirsty demons.

The manga has been fully translated and published in Vietnam by Kim Dong Publishing House. You can find it at bookstores or online bookshops such as Fahasa, Tiki,...

13. Fairy Tail (Mashima Hiro)

Fairy Tail, also known as the Wizard Guild, is an extensive manga series published in Weekly Shōnen Magazine since August 2006. The manga revolves around the adventures of Lucy Heartfilia, a young wizard with a dream to become a true celestial wizard. She abandons her wealthy upbringing to join the Fairy Tail wizard guild along with Natsu Dragneel and the flying cat Happy. From here, the story unfolds, focusing on Lucy and the members of the Fairy Tail guild.

The world of Fairy Tail is home to humans and various races, including Exceeds, dragons, summoned spirits, and giant monsters. Earth Land, a vast peninsula, is divided into ten different countries: the Kingdom of Fiore, Seven, Bosco, Iceberg, Minstrel, Midi, Desierto, Joya, Bellum, and the Pergrande Kingdom. Sin and Caelum, two other islands, are also part of Earthland. Here, individuals from various races possess the ability to use magic, although this capability is limited to only 10%. You can find the manga at bookstores nationwide.

14. Little Miko - The Playful Little Girl (Ono Eriko)

Little Miko - The Playful Little Girl is a manga series created in 2007 and published in Vietnam by the Youth Publishing House since 2012. The manga has been licensed in Vietnam and published by Youth Publishing House in 2012.

The story revolves around the lively and cheerful daily life of little Yamada Miko, her friends, and the challenges in life that almost everyone can relate to. The manga is bright, adorable, and undoubtedly a wonderful addition to any bookshelf. You can find and read the manga at bookstores or purchase it through the publisher's channels to show support.

15. Slam Dunk (Takehiko Inoue)

When it comes to basketball manga, Slam Dunk is an absolute classic. Initially serialized in the Shonen Jump magazine, it skyrocketed to 100 million copies sold in Japan alone. Following its release, Japanese youth developed a growing passion for basketball, making the sport increasingly popular.

The protagonist, Sakuragi Hanamichi, holds the record for being a 'square root of T' (unlucky in love), possesses exceptional strength, and is hot-blooded. He leads a group of students recognized for their rebellious nature by teachers. By chance, he meets Akagi Haruko, his dream girl, who recognizes his hidden potential and introduces him to the Shohoku High School basketball team. Through relentless effort, Sakuragi matures and, alongside his teammates, pursues the dream of reaching the national championship. To read the manga, you can visit bookstores nationwide or find it on online reading platforms.

The main character of the manga Hunter X Hunter (Yoshihiro Togashi) is GON, a 12-year-old boy living with his aunt on Whale Island. After encountering a hunter, a disciple of his father, and learning that his father is still alive, GON aspires to become a hunter and find his father. On the journey to participate in the exam and during the competition, GON befriends the other three main characters: Kurapika, Leorio, and Killua. From here, the story revolves around the adventures of these four main characters.

The manga has been published since March 1998 in the Weekly Shōnen magazine. Hunter X Hunter is currently published by NXB Kim Đồng. You can visit bookstores nationwide to find and read it.