The Manga Giants That Topped 2024 Charts

With the transition of the anime and manga industry, more people have become familiarized with the industry. Even though anime and manga have existed in Japan for decades, it was not until the early 2010s that they got the proper recognition. It was not only anime that gained viewers worldwide. The number of manga sold also drastically increased. Millions of copies were sold and many belonged to the Shonen genre. Here are the top 10 most sold manga of 2024.

10. Spy X Family

• Creator: Tatsuya Endo
• Copies Sold: 2,662,408
• Read: Viz Media

Spy X Family has a refreshing plot, and it will bring a smile on the faces of its readers. It revolves around Loid Forger, a spy, his made-up wife, Yor Forger, who is an assassin, and an adopted daughter, Anya Forger, a telepath. Their regular shenanigans will keep the readers entertained, especially Anya, who has gained a massive following within a few years. The manga began on March 25, 2019, and is still ongoing.

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9. My Hero Academia

• Creator: Kohei Horikoshi
• Copies Sold: 2,943,985
• Read: Viz Media

My Hero Academia is often considered as one of the modern generation Big Three. It began serialization on July 7, 2014, and concluded on August 5, 2024. Like most Shonen plots, the protagonist, Izuku Midoriya, aims to become the greatest hero and idolizes the number one hero, All Might. However, there is a twist. Like every other Pro hero, he has no special abilities, known as quirks.

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8. Haikyuu!!

• Creator: Haruichi Furudate
• Copies Sold: 3,077,085
• Read: Viz Media

Haruichi Furudate’s Haikyuu!! has earned itself a legendary status amidst the sports genre. It revolves around Hinata Shouyo and Tobio Kageyama, who aim to become the best volleyball players. There are hardly any anime that has the readers at the edge of their seats so often. Apart from being entertaining, it shares a great perspective on life. Having begun in February 2012, the manga concluded in July 2020.

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7. Kingdom

• Creator: Yasuhisa Hara
• Copies Sold: 3,234,204
• Read: S-manga

Kingdom is the only manga on the list belonging to the Seinen genre. It began its serialization on January 26, 2006, and has 74 volumes. The story revolves around Xin, who aims to become the greatest general ever and unify China for the first time in 500 years. It has a grueling plot with certain characters based on historical figures.

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6. Kaiju No. 8

• Creator: Naoya Matsumoto
• Copies Sold: 3,398,326
• Read: Viz Media

Kaiju No. 8 has one of the most unique plots. It involves the protagonist, Kafka Hibino, acquiring the ability to turn into a kaiju to battle the lurking wild kaiju that goes on a rampage and destroys cities. Due to its massive popularity, the manga has been adapted into an anime, which, too, became a major hit. It was first serialized on July 3, 2020. The numbers are still racking up for Naoya Matsumoto’s magnum opus.

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5. Blue Lock

• Creator: Muneyuki Kaneshiro, Yusuke Nomura
• Copies Sold: 3,881,269
• Read: K Manga

Blue Lock manga was first serialized on August 1, 2028, and since then, 32 volumes have been released. It is a sports manga and has several instances where the readers will be treated to a high adrenaline rush. On pen and paper, it seems to be a simple soccer game, but the mangaka has greatly detailed how crucial mental fortitude is and has showcased a number of skills that will make any sports-lover head over heels for it.

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4. The Apothecary Diaries

• Creator: Natsu Hyuuga
• Copies Sold: 4,723,562
• Read: Square Enix

The Apothecary Diaries is about a young apothecary, Maomao. Having been sold to the Imperial Palace, she tried to maintain a low profile. However, due to certain events, she had to reveal medical knowledge while solving mysteries for the court. The Apothecary Diaries was initially published as a light novel, but later, it was serialized as a manga. The massive number of manga sales speaks volumes for its great plot.

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3. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

• Creator: Kanehito Yamada
• Copies Sold: 4,988,170
• Read: Viz Media

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End has gained massive popularity in the last few years. It is no surprise that the manga ranks third on the list. The plot revolves around an elf named Frieren, who has outlived his comrades and looks to fulfill their last wishes. The manga was serialized in April 2020 and is currently ongoing. Due to its popularity, it has been adapted into an anime.

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2. One Piece

• Creator: Eiichiro Oda
• Copies Sold: 5,250,210
• Read: Viz Media

One Piece is the only manga that has been consistent on most manga-sold lists. It is one of the longest-running manga, having begun on July 22, 1997. It has more than 1100 chapters, and it might take a few years before Eiichiro Oda wraps up the story. One Piece is considered to be one of the Big Three in the anime world. Monkey D. Luffy’s journey to become the King of the Pirates has everyone on the edge of their seats. It won’t be a surprise if One Piece is also ranked high in most manga sold in 2025.

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1. Jujutsu Kaisen

• Creator: Gege Akutami
• Copies Sold: 7,610,995
• Read: Viz Media

Jujutsu Kaisen reigned supreme when it came to the most manga sold in 2024. Apart from being one of the most popular Shonen manga, it has a great plot and characters. The story is about Jujutsu sorcerers who use their abilities to exorcise Cursed Spirits. Gege Akutami began its serialization on March 5, 2018. Even though the manga ended on September 30, 2024, the numbers showed no signs of slowing down.

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Source: Oricon Sales Ranking 2024