Here are some amazing manga that are ongoing you can start this 2025! These are some personal picks that I am currently reading or planning to read this year. There’s a mix of everything from romance to action and science fiction. I’m sure you can find at least one amazing manga you would read on this list! If not you can check the best-selling manga of 2024 here.
Amazing Manga List For 2025
Kagurabachi
Action, Fantasy
Synopsis: Young Chihiro spends his days training under his famous swordsmith father. One day he hopes to become a great sword-maker himself. The goofy father and the serious son–they thought these days would last forever. But suddenly, tragedy strikes. A dark day soaked in blood. Chihiro and his blade now live only for revenge. Epic sword battle action! (Taken from Official Shueisha Website)
Blue Box
Romance, Sports
Synopsis: The story focuses on Inomata Taiki, a member of the badminton varsity team. Every morning, he trains alongside his upperclasswoman and crush Kano Chinatsu, the ace of the women’s basketball team.
Suddenly, Chinatsu moves in with Taiki and his family when her parents leave Japan. Taiki aims to slowly develop his relationship with Chinatsu now that they live together. All while they both strive for their goal of going to nationals.
Kaoru Hana
Romance, Drama
Synopsis: The plot revolves around students of Chidori High and their neighboring school Kikyo Girls’ High. Chidori is a ‘low-class’ all boys school, while Kikyo is a prestigious all girl school. The students do not like each other.
One day, Rintaro Tsumugi, a fierce-looking but gentle giant from Chidori, is helping at his family’s patisserie. He then encounters a customer by the name of Kaoruko Waguri. He notices that Kaoruko is a bit sad, and strikes up a conversation. Rintaro enjoys his time with Kaoruko, as she doesn’t judge him for his appearance. But then Rintaro makes the discovery that Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo.
This is the beginning of a love story of two students despite the reputation of their schools and students.
Love Bullet
Action, Drama, Supernatural
Synopsis: Cupids have swapped their bows and arrows for guns and are taking aim at hearts. Koharu, an indecisive new Cupid, and her unique senior colleagues in this romantic gun action series! (Taken from Comic Walker Website)
Kindergarten Wars
Action, Comedy
Synopsis: Welcome to Kindergarten Noir, an exclusive school catering to children of the global elite. Rita, one of the teachers, has been on the hunt for a boyfriend but has had absolutely zero luck so far. One day, an assassin comes after one of the children…and he’s totally dreamy?! Dive into this action-packed rom-com as it unfolds inside the world’s “safest” kindergarten! (Taken from Official Shueisha Website)
DANDADAN
Action, Comedy, Supernatural
Synopsis: Ghosts, monsters, aliens, teen romance, battles…and the kitchen sink! This series has it all! Takakura, an occult maniac who doesn’t believe in ghosts, and Ayase, a girl who doesn’t believe in aliens, try to overcome their differences when they encounter the paranormal! This manga is out of this world! (Taken from Official Shueisha Website)
Hope You’re Happy Lemon
Comedy, Romance
Synopsis: “I’ve been cheating on you. Oh, and it’s not just one guy. It’s three. Sorry about that.” Back in middle school, Akiyoshi Sunao’s first-ever girlfriend shattered his heart, and he swore off love. However, all that changes when he develops a crush on a girl in his university’s film club. Just as he’s finally beginning to move on from the past, he bumps into his ex-girlfriend. Little does he know that this is only the beginning… To his horror, he wakes up in her body the next morning! (Taken from Official Shueisha Website)
Akane-banashi
Drama
Synopsis: Rakugo–the ultimate form of storytelling, where everything in a story is expressed with just your body and words. Shinta and his daughter Akane have been seduced by this wonderful form of classical entertainment. Having observed her father strive to pass the shin’uchi rakugo test, Akane will take her own steps into this unique world! (Taken from Official Shueisha Website)
Tune in to the Midnight Heart
Comedy, Romance
Synopsis: Arisu Yamabuki found comfort in the voice of a radio host named “Apollo” during lonely nights, but one day, she disappeared without a trace. Now a second-year high schooler, Arisu is determined to find her and tell her something important. He doesn’t know what she looks like or her real name, but he discovers clues in his school’s broadcasting club. There, he meets four girls who all dream of using their voices professionally. Who is Apollo, and how will these girls’ dreams unfold?
The Summer Hikaru Died
Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
Synopsis: Two boys, Yoshiki and Hikaru, live in a certain village. The two are the same age and have been growing up together. However, one day, Yoshiki realizes that what he thought was Hikaru has been replaced by something else. Still, he wants to be with her. He begins his usual days with Nanika, who has taken on the appearance of a friend. At the same time, various incidents occur in the village. This is the beginning of a fateful story of falling into an unknown something, drawn by up-and-coming author Mokumoku Renka. (Taken from YoungAceUP Website)
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