Finding a good manga to read as a beginner is a matter of choosing the right genre and the right length. But there’s no need to worry if you’re just starting out on your journey, as this list will help you explore the endless world of manga.

So without further ado, let’s get started with some of the most engaging manga titles out there for beginners.

10. Blue Lock

Blue Lock is one of the best sports titles to be released in recent years. The story follows the life of the protagonist Isagi Yoichi, who aims to become the greatest striker Japan has ever produced.

However, he fails to shine on the school's football team after a heartbreaking defeat in a local match.

Then one day, a confidential soccer project called “Blue Lock” invites Isagi and 299 other strikers from all over Japan to create the best striker in the world.

To fulfill his dream and make a name for himself on the Japanese soccer team, Isagi trains with these rookie strikers to reach the pinnacle of his favorite sport. Locked in a dormitory, the battle to be selfish begins here!

9. Jujutsu Kaisen

Written by Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen is arguably the most followed new generation manga. Based in the world of sorcery, the series follows Yuji Itadori who is transferred to Jujutsu Tech after consuming the finger of the most powerful cursed spirit, Ryomen Sukuna.

The cursed object he ate gives him access to Sukuna's powers, but he also risks being taken over by the evil creature. Now, as a vessel for the strongest cursed spirit, he is tasked with finding all of Sukuna's fingers and neutralizing him once and for all! It's a fun read and manga best suited for beginners.

8. The Promised Neverland

Anti-shonen is basically synonymous with the world of The Promised Neverland. Unlike its anime adaptation, the manga is full of emotional moments, plot twists, and rich character exploration that make up for the intense storyline that awaits readers.

The series is set in an orphanage and follows Emma and her siblings as they are raised by their kind “mama.” Living under a false impression, Emma soon discovers the harrowing secret behind her entire existence. Now, the children must work together to somehow change their predetermined fate.

7. Hell's Paradise

Hell's Paradise is a fantasy horror adventure series set in the Edo period of Japan. Consisting of only 127 chapters, it is a short, easy-to-read manga that is easy for beginners to understand. The series follows an elite shinobi assassin, Gabimaru the Hollow.

After being captured during a mission, Gabimaru is sentenced to death, but nothing seems to kill him. Seeing his absolute determination, the Shogunate offers him the opportunity to be pardoned of all crimes if he finds the elixir of life on an island where heaven and hell are just a hair's breadth apart, the "Hell's Paradise".

6. Oyasumi Punpun

Oyasumi Punpun is one of the most recognizable works you will ever come across. Best known for its gripping storyline and emotionally engaging characters, the series leaves its readers in a state of awe. The manga explores a very mature and sensitive theme throughout the series that perfectly matches its beautiful art.

Through a young boy named ‘Punpun’, the author has illustrated the journey of his adult life. From elementary school to his early 20s, the author has portrayed Punpun’s struggles that he goes through while dealing with family issues, love life, and many other events that can be mentally challenging for anyone.

5. Chainsaw Man

Chainsaw Man is a coming-of-age story where the protagonist wants to feel some nonsense. This is not a joke! The manga follows Denji, a typical teenager, who dreams of being with a nice girl. However, the huge debt weighing on his head makes his life miserable, forcing him to get involved in killing demons.

Being close to the devil costs him one day when he is executed by a demon on the spot. But in an unexpected turn of events, his pet Pochita merges with his body, transforming him into a Chainsaw Demon! From here on, Denji resolves to face even the toughest enemies and stop at nothing to achieve his simple teenage dreams.

4. Tokyo Ghoul

Tokyo Ghoul is a blessing in disguise only if you haven't heard of this series yet! The anime adaptation of Tokyo Ghoul was easily among the worst ever, but its manga is far superior to the anime. Sui Ishida's genius in narrating the story is one of the important reasons to read the manga.

This epic dark fantasy manga follows a young college student, Kaneki Ken. After an encounter goes horribly wrong with a human-eating ghoul, Kaneki is subjected to an experiment that changes his life forever, turning him into a half-ghoul!

3. Attack On Titan

If there’s one title that should be chosen as the best manga for beginners, it’s this one! Coming from the brilliant mind of Hajime Isayama, Attack On Titan is arguably the most well-known dark fantasy manga ever made – a brutal series that isn’t afraid to kill off its main cast if that’s what the story demands.

The series is set in a post-apocalyptic period, when humanity has been forced to live behind a series of protective walls to protect themselves from mindless humanoid predators called Titans. Full of mysteries to unravel, the manga is worth checking out, especially for newcomers.

2. One-Punch Man

One-Punch Man is the story of a bald superhero named Saitama, who has a knack for defeating his enemies with a single punch. Out of boredom, he joins a hero association and accompanies his first apprentice, Genos, who helps his master find a worthy candidate to test his overwhelming strength.

The perfect balance between serious action and heart-warming comedy is something that One-Punch Man does better than other manga. To top it off, the beautiful artwork and covers of the manga by Yusuke Murata will make you a fan of his work and the series itself.

1. Fullmetal Alchemist

Fullmetal Alchemist is a masterpiece by one of the most prolific doctors, Hiromu Arakawa. The series mainly revolves around the Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, who break the forbidden rule of alchemy in an attempt to resurrect their dead mother.

The failed ritual results in Edward's entire body and limbs being removed from Alphonse. To recover everything they lost, the brothers set out in search of the Philosopher's Stone. The way this series culminates from beginning to end without leaving any loose ends makes it one of the best manga for beginners to date.

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