Manga has been a staple of Japanese culture for centuries and shows no signs of slowing down. In 2022, the hottest manga series is sure to sweep the nation. Even overseas fans are reading them because it is so interesting. Here is a preview of the six most popular manga series that you won’t want to miss in the coming year.
Berserk
This legendary masterpiece drawn by the late Kentaro Miura sensei will never be forgotten. Berserk is set in a medieval Europe dark fantasy universe, and the main protagonist is called Guts, a solitary arms-for-hire who is out for revenge.
The series is dark and gritty, with betrayal, revenge, and sacrifice themes. It’s definitely not for the faint of heart. If you have an affinity for big swords, bloody battles, and badass characters, Berserk is the manga for you.
Dorohedoro
Even though it’s only been serialized for a few years, Dorohedoro has already become a cult classic. The series is set in a post-apocalyptic world where people with magical powers called “magic users” rule over humans. These people can transform themselves into any creature they want and use their victims as experiments. Our protagonist is Caiman, a man with no memories who was turned into a reptile by one of these magic users. He teams up with Nikaido, a woman who can see the future, to take down magic users and get his revenge.
Chainsaw Man
Everyone’s most-anticipated manga of 2022 is Chainsaw Man. The series follows Denji, a young man who works as a debt collector for the yakuza. He’s killed by a demon, but his chainsaw (which he uses to kill demons) becomes his weapon and brings him back to life. Now, Denji must work as a demon hunter to pay off his debt to the yakuza. With its over-the-top gore and dark humor, Chainsaw Man is sure to be a hit with horror fans.
Attack on Titan
In a world overrun by Titans, humans are forced to live in fear behind walls. When the Colossal Titan breaks through the wall, Eren Yeager’s mother is killed, and he vows to exterminate all Titans. Attack on Titan is a dark and thrilling manga that will have you on the edge of your seat. With its unique setting and intense action scenes, it’s no wonder that this series is so popular.
Demon Slayer
Set in Taisho-era Japan, Demon Slayer follows the story of Kamado Tanjiro, who sets out to become a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered by demons. Demon Slayer is a heart-wrenching manga that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. With its beautiful art and captivating story, it’s no wonder that this series is one of the hottest manga of 2022.
Jujutsu Kaisen
Last but not least, the hottest manga of 2022 is Jujutsu Kaisen. The series follows Yuji Itadori, a high school student who joins the Jujutsu Club in order to inherit his grandfather’s powerful jujutsu techniques. However, when he accidentally eats a cursed finger, he becomes possessed by a powerful demon. Now, Yuji must use his jujutsu skills to fight demons and protect humanity.
So, there you have it, the six hottest manga of 2022. Be sure to check them out when they’re released. Which one are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below.
