Shueisha’s Shonen Jump is famous for publishing many of the most beloved manga series of all time, through both its traditional magazine and its online platform, Shonen Jump+. While it has a huge collection of comics, several popular action manga (known as ‘shonen’) have recently finished their runs.
With popular series like My Hero Academia finishing up in 2024 – and three big action manga ending this year – it can be tough to find something new to read. There are so many options out there! But don’t worry, these seven manga have the potential to become your next favorite and help fill the gap left by completed series.
7) Ping-Pong Peril
I recently came across a short series called Ping-Pong Peril, and I think it has the potential to really grab you. It’s a sports manga, but it’s unlike anything I’ve seen in the traditional shonen sports category. The story centers around a character who’s deeply in debt and decides to compete in a secret, underground ping-pong tournament called Ping-Pong Peril. The catch? All rules are off – anything goes!
The matches in this series are wild, extravagant, and consistently fun to watch. Plus, with just 17 chapters, it’s a quick and easy series to enjoy all at once.
6) Drama Queen
If you’re looking for something as unusual and intense as Chainsaw Man, Drama Queen could be exactly what you need – it might even be better! The story centers around a world where humans and aliens live together, but tensions rise as humans become jealous of the praise given to alien heroes.
The story centers around a team determined to wipe out an alien threat. While its shocking concept initially grabbed attention and made it a major manga hit in 2024, the series offers much more than just a sensational premise. It’s a deeply emotional and thought-provoking read, exploring complex moral dilemmas and drawing readers into its world.
5) Marshal King
Boichi, the artist behind Dr. Stone, created Marshal King, a manga often praised for its incredible visuals. While the series was published on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump digital platform for a while, it paused indefinitely in December 2025. If you’re looking for a new manga to enjoy, its beautiful artwork alone might make it your next favorite.
This manga often boasts visuals that rival many anime shows. But it’s not just pretty to look at – the story is just as captivating. It’s set in a wild, lawless world and expertly combines steampunk and western elements. Fans of either genre really shouldn’t miss it.
4) Hero Organization
If you enjoy action-packed manga like My Hero Academia and are looking for something similar, Hero Organization might be exactly what you need. It’s set in the future, where humans are searching for a new planet to call home, but face danger from enormous creatures called Star Beasts. The story centers around a hero who joins a special team – the Hero Organization – dedicated to battling these monsters.
The story starts with the main character joining the organization because of a deeply personal and moving reason. Set in the future, giant robots, or mecha, are essential to the team’s fight against monstrous creatures called Star Beasts. It’s a classic action series that quickly draws you in.
3) Ichi the Witch
Ichi the Witch is a fantastic new manga from Shonen Jump that embodies the exciting fantasy themes found in many popular shonen series. It’s quickly become a standout title among the latest Shonen Jump releases. The story centers around Ichi, who lives in a world where only women can practice witchcraft, making him unique as a male witch.
The main character has all the traits of a classic shonen hero, and the story is both heartwarming and motivating. Ichi the Witch has the potential to become a weekly favorite for manga fans.
2) Kagurabachi
Kagurabachi quickly became one of the most talked-about new manga after its release. Even before the official debut, leaked chapters created a huge buzz, with fans predicting it would be a major hit and immediately calling for an anime. The series has since delivered on that promise, successfully combining classic and modern shonen elements.
This manga is frequently praised for its mature and gripping storyline, often drawing comparisons to the popular series Jujutsu Kaisen. With an anime adaptation planned for next year, now is a great time for new readers to check it out and see why it’s become so popular with Shonen Jump fans.
1) Sakamoto Days
Following the conclusions of popular series like My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen, Sakamoto Days quickly became a standout title in Shonen Jump, alongside One Piece. The manga has gained popularity because it offers something different from many other modern action comics. Focusing on the world of assassins, it uniquely avoids relying on supernatural abilities. Although the action is still incredibly exciting and dramatic, it feels more realistic and works really well with the story’s overall tone.
The series’ realistic style is likely a key reason for its popularity and success as a major title in Shonen Jump. With Sakamoto Days concluding later this year, now is a great time for new readers to discover the exciting story and enjoy the final chapters as they’re released.
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