Top-Selling Manga in Japan (2024): The Year’s Best-Selling Titles
Manga continues to thrive as one of Japan's most beloved entertainment industries, attracting millions of readers across different age groups. Based on various market reports and bookstore sales rankings, the following are the top-selling manga volumes in Japan for 2024. While exact sales figures are not disclosed, these rankings reflect the most commercially successful titles of the year.
ワンピース Author: Eiichiro Oda Why It’s Popular: The legendary series remains at the top thanks to its thrilling storylines, new revelations about the world of the Grand Line, and the ever-expanding adventures of Luffy and his crew.
In 2024, ONE PIECE released three new volumes, from Volume 108 to Volume 110, selling over 3 million copies in total. An absolutely staggering number!
I think the reason why ONE PIECE is so beloved in Japan has a lot to do with cultural and societal values. Personally, I find the emphasis on friendship and bonds, as well as the theme of hard work and growth, incredibly compelling! -YoshiKaze
2. Jujutsu Kaisen
呪術廻戦 Author: Gege Akutami Why It’s Popular: With its anime adaptation gaining international success, the latest volumes of Jujutsu Kaisen continue to sell in massive numbers.
スパイファミリー Author: Tatsuya Endo Why It’s Popular: The charming and action-packed spy comedy remains a fan favorite, boosted by its ongoing anime adaptation.
僕のヒーローアカデミア Author: Kohei Horikoshi Why It’s Popular: As the story heads toward its climax, fans continue to follow the heroic battles of Deku and his classmates.
キングダム Author: Yasuhisa Hara Why It’s Popular: This historical war epic continues to captivate readers with its intense military strategies and political drama.
ブルーロック Author: Muneyuki Kaneshiro (Writer) & Yusuke Nomura (Illustrator) Why It’s Popular: Japan’s love for soccer and the continued hype from international tournaments have kept this sports manga in high demand.
7. Chainsaw Man
チェンソーマン Author: Tatsuki Fujimoto Why It’s Popular: With its unique storytelling and unpredictable plot twists, Chainsaw Man remains one of the most talked-about series.
8. Haikyu!!
ハイキュー!! Author: Haruichi Furudate Why It’s Popular: Although the main series has concluded, the release of special editions and continued fan interest keep it among the best-selling manga.
9. Tokyo Revengers
東京卍リベンジャーズ Author: Ken Wakui Why It’s Popular: The time-traveling delinquent drama still attracts a dedicated fanbase, even after its conclusion.
10. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Sousou no Frieren)
葬送のフリーレン Author: Kanehito Yamada (Writer) & Tsukasa Abe (Illustrator) Why It’s Popular: This emotionally driven fantasy series has gained immense popularity, further boosted by its well-received anime adaptation.
Trends in the 2024 Manga Market
Anime Adaptations Drive Sales: Many of the top-ranked series, such as Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, and Frieren, saw significant boosts in sales due to their anime releases.
Sports Manga Are Thriving: The success of Blue Lock and the continued popularity of Haikyuu!! demonstrate that sports manga remain a staple in the industry. Newcomers on the Rise: Although long-established series dominate, newer titles such as Kagurabachi are starting to make an impact. These rankings are based on multiple sources, including bookstore sales, digital platforms, and publisher reports. For more detailed statistics, check out official sources like Oricon, Shueisha, and Kodansha.
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