Sakamoto Days is an action comedy manga that focuses on legendary assassin Tarou Sakamoto after his retirement. He was known as the greatest hitman of all time, but after falling in love and settling down, he opened a convenience store and abandoned his dangerous line of work. Despite his honest intentions, he is still pursued by people linked to his past and has to constantly defend himself from dangerous threats.

These often pose little to no challenge to Sakamoto, however, as he still possesses astonishing skill and can overwhelm almost any opponent. He is rarely flustered, meaning his expressions don't change often, and his stoic demeanor amidst the chaos becomes something of a running gag.

10. Hinamatsuri

Just as Sakamoto Days captivates its audience with a unique blend of comedy and action, Hinamatsuri does the same, but with a supernatural element. The main character Yoshifumi Nitta is a regular yakuza member whose life changes forever after he encounters Hina, a telekinetic who seemingly appeared out of nowhere.

The two make an interesting pair, and their relationship develops into a sort of father-daughter bond. Hina also helps Yoshifumi rise through the ranks of the Yakuza, and many of their adventures are downright hilarious.

9. Golden Kamuy

Golden Kamuy tells the story of a powerful warrior named Saichi Sugimoto. Known as Immortal Sugimoto during his war days, he was a great asset on the battlefield and could survive even the most dangerous situations. Unfortunately, however, he was released from the army after seriously injuring a superior officer and was forced to find a new purpose.

While in the military, he made a promise to his deceased friend, which involved taking care of his wife and son. This serves as motivation for Sugimoto as he sets out to find a legendary batch of gold that would solve many of his problems.

8. Assassination Classroom

As the title suggests, Assassination Classroom is a manga about young assassins in training, but with a twist. The rookie students are actually being mentored by the target they are supposed to kill: a large yellow creature with superhuman abilities. This being has claimed responsibility for the destruction of a significant portion of the moon and has threatened to do the same to Earth.

The creature, known as Koro-sensei, specifically requested this setting as a chance for humans to fight back and defend their planet. However, his motives seem more complex. As the students grapple with their assassination assignment, Koro-sensei wholeheartedly commits to his academic and personal growth, illustrating that his true intentions may lie beyond the premise of destruction.

7. Mob Psycho 100

Featuring a young eighth grader with extraordinary psychic powers, Mob Psycho 100 is a story that goes deeper than just glorifying its overpowered protagonist through battle. The main character, Shigeo Kageyama, is one of the strongest espers in the series, but despite this, he prefers to keep his powers hidden. This is mainly due to an unfortunate event that occurred in his past, where he lost control and harmed a loved one.

As a result, Shigeo does his best to keep his emotions in check and help as many people around him as he can. Unfortunately, however, Shigeo still faces physical, emotional, and spiritual struggles in his daily life, making it harder to keep his emotions in check.

6. Kiruru Kill Me

Kiruru Kill Me is another manga about killing that doesn't really take itself seriously. Talented businessman and medical professional Aoi Nemo has fallen in love but has no way of getting close to the girl of his dreams. Everything changes when he discovers that she operates in the underworld as an assassin, giving him the brilliant idea of hiring her to conduct his own assassination.

For the madly in love businessman, this was a surefire way to spend more time with her, and in a way, he was right. Taking the necessary precautions to avoid fatal injuries, Aoi cherishes every moment he and the femme fatale spend together, even if she is constantly filled with murderous intent.

5. Beelzebub

Beelzebub is a manga that also mixes large amounts of violence and comedy. It centers on the delinquent Tatsumi Oga and a demon baby sent to destroy humanity. The demon baby, known as Baby Beel, was taken in and cared for by Oga, as he was apparently abandoned. Soon after, however, a maid assigned to Beel arrives and explains the true situation to him, also telling him that he will die if he and Beel are more than 15 meters away from each other.

This results in a scenario where Oga has to raise Beel and go about his daily activities with him by his side. It creates a strange dynamic and paints a funny picture, as the notorious delinquent is tied to a temperamental demon baby at all times.

4. The Fable

The Fable also features a legendary assassin who is forced to lay low, though the protagonist has different motives compared to Tarou Sakamoto. Satou Akira, also known as Fable, is instructed by his employer to take a year off and hold off on killing during that time. This is due to his kill count having become too high, and the belief that offering him a change of scenery would do him good in the long run.

Unsurprisingly, this proves to be a difficult task for Akira, as he has an unpredictable temperament that he is used to enabling through violence. The story follows his misadventures as he tries to lead a normal life despite being used to something completely different.

3. One Punch Man

One Punch Man is another action comedy known for parodying many shonen tropes and clichés. Its main protagonist, Saitama, is a member of the Hero Association, whose rank greatly hinders his capabilities, leading him to be constantly underestimated and ridiculed. In reality, he is shown to be the strongest character in the series and claims to have acquired his superhuman strength through a strict exercise routine.

As the title suggests, he is able to end most battles with one punch, and this often leaves him unsatisfied as he craves greater challenges. He is accompanied by an apprentice and several other companions who engage in more competitive battles that add layers of tension and intrigue to the story.

2. Spy x Family

Spy x Family is a manga that features an unconventional family with secrets that go beyond the typical household. The story focuses on the three members of the “Forger” family, brought together by unique circumstances. The father, Loid, is a spy, the mother, Yor, is an assassin, and the lone daughter, Anya, is an esper. Both parents are extremely skilled at what they do, and Loid has an overarching goal that necessitated the formation of this make-believe family.

While they may just be playing house, each passing day sees their bond grow deeper and stronger. Despite not being related by blood, they gradually discover that they may have what it takes to become a real family.

1. Gokushufudou

Gokushufudou is yet another manga featuring a legendary figure who decided to take a step back from the violent atmosphere of the underworld. Here, the main protagonist Tatsu is famous for having just defeated an entire gang with a lead pipe, instilling fear and respect in his comrades and enemies alike.

He suddenly disappears for a while, however, and is next seen in an apron acting like an ordinary househusband. Despite his excellent skill in his latest profession, being a househusband is not very easy for Tatsu, as he has to adapt to different challenges specific to a standard family and society.