2024’s Highest Selling Manga Revealed (And You Might Be Surprised At The List)

2024’s Highest Selling Manga Revealed (And You Might Be Surprised At The List)

As a seasoned gamer who’s been following the manga and anime scene since the days of VHS tapes and comic book stores, it’s fascinating to see the growth and evolution of this captivating world. I remember when manga was considered a niche interest, and now here we are with titles like Jujutsu Kaisen dominating the charts. It’s almost as if the ghosts from those stories have come to life and taken over the sales rankings!


As a passionate anime fan, I’m always thrilled to see how anime and manga continue to thrive with each passing year, thanks to technological advancements and the growing accessibility for fans worldwide to immerse themselves in their beloved series. Although Japan is undeniably the birthplace of these cultural phenomena, North America and numerous other countries have been instrumental in expanding the popularity of countless manga series.

Manga has traditionally thrived in the physical realm, providing printed editions for enthusiasts to purchase at their convenience. However, digital platforms like apps and the internet have played a significant role in introducing manga to a vast number of new readers who might not have encountered these stories otherwise. For instance, Viz Media frequently publishes fresh chapters of popular series such as “Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Chainsaw Man, One Piece“, and more, on a weekly basis. It’s worth noting that Shueisha isn’t the sole company offering free content for manga fans; publishers like Kodansha, Yen Press, and others do the same. Once viewed as a niche interest, the popularity of manga and anime is growing exponentially each year, making it increasingly mainstream.

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Manga’s Biggest Titles For 2024

It’s no wonder that Jujutsu Kaisen has claimed the number one position this year; after all, creator Gege Akutami wrapped up the story of Yuji Itadori and his colleagues at Jujutsu Tech. This significant ending boosted the popularity of the supernatural shonen series in terms of overall sales. Although One Piece remains a dominant force in the manga world, finishing as the second best-selling manga in 2024, the series that introduced us to Satoru Gojo continues its unstoppable run. Here’s the list of top ten selling manga for your perusal:

Jujutsu Kaisen: 7,610,995

A Big Year For Endings

Despite Jujutsu Kaisen wrapping up its story with its last chapter and My Hero Academia concluding as well, neither series managed to crack the top five in popularity. This is particularly surprising given that Haikyu, a show that ended in 2020, continues to rank among the top ten years after it finished. This success can likely be attributed to the release of the first film in its final two movies, Haikyu: The Dumpster Battle, which created quite a stir at the Japanese box office.

It’s possible that some readers might find it surprising to discover titles such as “The Apothecary Diaries” and “Kingdom” on this list, given their popularity is particularly high in Eastern countries compared to the West where they have a dedicated fanbase. Looking ahead to 2025, an anime series called “Sakomoto Days” is set to debut, making it intriguing to see how the top ten list might change over the next 365 days.

Via Oricon

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2024-11-27 18:39