| You like... | Try this anime | Then read this manga | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Game of Thrones | Attack on Titan | Berserk (warning: dark) | | Superhero movies | My Hero Academia | One-Punch Man | | Harry Potter | Little Witch Academia | Mashle: Magic and Muscles | | John Wick | Lycoris Recoil | Sakamoto Days | | The Office | Aggretsuko (red panda metal office worker) | – |
Whether you’re a long-time otaku or just dipping your toes into the world of Japanese media, the 2024–2025 landscape is packed with genre-defining hits and fresh breakout titles.
These series are the heavy hitters, known for high stakes, incredible power systems, and themes of perseverance.
A high school student who "has it all" feels empty until he discovers the world of oil painting. This is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt the struggle of pursuing a passion or the fear of creative failure. 4. Mystery and Thriller
These series have minimal "weird anime tropes," high production value, and endings that satisfy.
| You like... | Try this anime | Then read this manga | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Game of Thrones | Attack on Titan | Berserk (warning: dark) | | Superhero movies | My Hero Academia | One-Punch Man | | Harry Potter | Little Witch Academia | Mashle: Magic and Muscles | | John Wick | Lycoris Recoil | Sakamoto Days | | The Office | Aggretsuko (red panda metal office worker) | – |
Whether you’re a long-time otaku or just dipping your toes into the world of Japanese media, the 2024–2025 landscape is packed with genre-defining hits and fresh breakout titles.
These series are the heavy hitters, known for high stakes, incredible power systems, and themes of perseverance.
A high school student who "has it all" feels empty until he discovers the world of oil painting. This is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt the struggle of pursuing a passion or the fear of creative failure. 4. Mystery and Thriller
These series have minimal "weird anime tropes," high production value, and endings that satisfy.
