In-Depth Review: Popular Anime Series and Manga Recommendations
Josei Anime and Manga Recommendations
Section 1: The Big Three (Action & Adventure)
If you want to understand modern anime, you must know the "Big Three." These are the titans that defined the 2000s. While One Piece is still sailing, these remain essential reading and viewing.
- Romance: Clannad (2008), Toradora! (2008), and Ouran High School Host Club (2006)
- Horror: Tokyo Ghoul (2014), Parasyte (2014), and Another (2011)
- Science Fiction: Steins;Gate (2011), Psycho-Pass (2012), and Ergo Proxy (2006)
- Sports: Haikyuu!! (2012), Kuroko's Basketball (2012), and Captain Tsubasa (1988)
3. Jujutsu Kaisen (Anime & Manga)
Genre: Supernatural, Dark Fantasy, Action
Why it’s popular: The current king of modern shonen. With movie-quality animation by Studio MAPPA and a cast of instantly likable characters (Gojo Satoru is a pop culture icon), Jujutsu Kaisen is relentlessly cool.
: The high-stakes "Culling Game" arc has pushed this series back to the top of trending lists, following its reputation as a powerhouse of modern action. Oshi No Ko (Season 3)
- Attack on Titan - In a world where humans are on the brink of extinction, Eren Yeager and his friends Mikasa and Armin join the military to fight against the giant humanoid creatures known as Titans.
- Naruto - Follow the journey of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who dreams of becoming the leader of his village, as he battles against evil forces and learns the value of friendship and perseverance.
- One Piece - Join Monkey D. Luffy and his crew on their epic adventure to find the ultimate treasure known as One Piece, while battling against powerful enemies and making new friends along the way.
- Your Lie in April - A beautiful coming-of-age story about a young piano prodigy who finds love and inspiration through music, and the talented violinist who changes his life forever.
- Death Note - A psychological thriller about a high school student who discovers a notebook that can kill anyone whose name is written in it, and the cat-and-mouse game that ensues.