AKIRA
Akira is a manga series, written and illustrated by Katsuhiro Otomo. Set in a post apocalyptic Neo-Tokyo, the work uses conventions of the cyberpunk genre to detail a saga of turmoil. Originally serialized in Japan between 1981 and 1993, Otomo's 2,000-plus-page science fiction epic Akira was reprinted as a monthly comic book in the U.S. in the early '90s.
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- #1April 23, 2018"It's an awesome story to completely honest. It was the first sports manga I've ever read in my life and I was captivated with the story. So let me break it down for yah, Nobara is a girl whose the heiress to running a female tea hosting restaurant. But Nobara doesn't want that burden, all she wants to do is play volleyball, she's incredibly passionate about volleyball and will do whatever she can to get it up and running at the school she's now attending. Sometimes she gets mistaken for a boy, causing really cute humor when one boy (Yuushin) grabs her chest thinking she's a guy. So Nobara leaves her home when her mother pushes her too far and Nobara's aunt, a nurse at the school she's attending, decides to help her little niece out. Nobara is now the house mom for the male volleyball team. On top of tending to the boys, and scarring them for life with her underwear hanging up in the wash room, poor Nobara needs to put together a team so she can play. What's a girl to do? And to make things a little more interesting it seems Haibuki, one of the boys from the team had a long time crush on Nobara. Finally as Nobara gets a few hesitant team members she finds grafitti written on her painstakenly made posters, and the suspects are the male volleyball team. And so the first manga ends on a cliffy when Nobara challenges the boys' team to a volleyball match."
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Crimson Hero (Vol. 1) - #2July 16, 2018"Would have asked Google to erase the site if I saw any other manga aside from One Piece on the top of this list. It's not the top selling manga of all time for nothing! It's got comedy, romance, friendship lessons, family lessons, and exploring Oda's world does not tire you out, in fact I find every arc as intriguing as the next! And *SPOILER ALERT* who didn't cry when Going Merry saved the day only to sink to the bottom of the sea? MAN! THIS MANGA, one of the few that makes you want it to last forever but also want to see how it ends. Will Luffy be the Pirate King, or will Shanks get the title? Or will some random guy take the cake? You want to know the answers but you also want to go on more adventures with the Strawhats!!!"
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One Piece - #3May 8, 2018"I REALLY love your books especially this one. I connected with the characters 100% and although i gave the book 100 stars, i just cant leave it alone, i dont feel like disconnecting. OMG I don't know what to say except that this book was amazing!!I loved it so much,I honestly couldn't stop reading it! I love Straight from the Heart: Gender, Intimacy, and the Cultural Production of Shojo Manga. This book make me feel like I'm a part of this book!!This is one of the best book I've ever read!! This one will stay with you forever!! I give 100 stars and i recomended it for everybody !!"
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Straight from the Heart: Gender, Intimacy, and the Cultural Production of Shojo Manga - #4May 16, 2018"Manga and anime has been around for much longer than most people realize. If you compare the art style and detail between early anime and contemporary anime, you will be blown away by how the art has evolved. I definitely enjoyed flipping through this book and learning the rich history of anime. It provides first-hand narratives and shows which titles were seen as groundbreaking or benchmarks through the years. Any anime fan will love this!"
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Anime: A History - #5May 9, 2018"For a Manga lover like me, Manga: An Anthology of Global and Cultural Perspectives was a very enlightening book! It gives you the long history of manga and a important collection of essays by scholars, experts, and fans. This one-stop resource gave me all of the information that I could ever desire in regards to manga! My only complaint is that the book did not include any pictures. Other than that, it was very informative."
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Manga: An Anthology of Global and Cultural Perspectives - #6April 15, 2018"As a young girl and going forward, I absolutely adored Manga and one of my favorites is the tale of little Saga. She's bossy just like I used to be, but in this magical fantasy things move very fast and she has to learn to cope with the changes to survive and thrive. I still sometimes go back and read through this Manga and marvel at the artwork and the themes. It's a true keeper and great for young girls."
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A Little Snow Fairy Sugar (Vol. 1) - #7April 5, 2018"I don't like any literature, movies or music that make light of the devil or demons. I think it is an area that people should not mess with when it comes to downplaying or making them appear to be like regular folks...is what I would say if I wasn't totally into demons and devils!!! This one has a nice premise and if you are into demons or anything supernatural I suggest you try this one!"
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The Devil is a Part-Timer (Vol. 1) - #8July 16, 2018"I've read a lot of manga since I was dispatched to Tokyo in my youth, and lemme tell you, there are only a handful of very fulfilling manga other than FMA, and I've read them all! The rebellion and the Homunculus topics were well presented, and Ed and Al are just golden for comedy! Deeper than it looks,but still has tints of light refreshing content, can't say that for others."
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Fullmetal Alchemist - #9April 21, 2018"Kids loves how routine and everyday interactions are formed and displayed in a humorous and interesting ways. This comic book What's Michael by Makoto Kobayashi brings everyday acts of humans with cats and portrays these interactions in very entertaining and jocular way through cat life. i would want my child to read this book and grasp how one may cope with such daily tasks."
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What's Michael? (Vol. 1) - #10March 9, 2018"If there is one thing I like it is anything to do with horror. When I found Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror (Vol. 1) I admit I was skeptical. Usually I read King but a friend recommended this Japanese author Junju Ito. Now I have another excellent series to complete, this series gripping , exciting and a real page turner. You will not be able to put it down!"
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Uzumaki - #11April 14, 2018"This Korean manhwa looks like good manga on the surface but leaves a lot to be desired. The art is pretty high quality. The story is typical for the fantasy/romance genre. The quality of the writing just isn't up to par though. The plot and characters didn't really hold my attention. Definitely not something I would even consider for "best" manga."
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Angel Diary (Vol. 1) - #12July 16, 2018"Nice to see a sport manga here, instead of just those fighting and adventure manga. But then again, Slam Dunk is not just any sports manga, I mean it has everything you want for a manga, from an inspiring story into comical and heartwarming sidestories. Can't get any better than this. Sad ending though, ooops, spoiler alert.,"
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Slam Dunk (Vol. 1) - #13July 16, 2018"I'm the biggest Naruto fan in my region, believe me, and it has a lot to do with his relatable story in the beginning. But Masashi did a good job of allowing his readers grow up with his characters! This is the best manga for me, better than One Piece or any of that Dragon Ball stuff. Don't @ me, don't waste time."
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Naruto - #14April 27, 2018"As someone who loves Anime and Manga I could not recommend Initial D (Vol. 1) enough. It is a different type of Manga that focuses on a more car racing style as opposed to the more traditional battle for good and evil. Still has many of those elements but it is a heck of a wild ride that you won't want to end."
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Initial D (Vol. 1) - #15May 6, 2018"This book is one of those that has a main text that introduces ideas and side notes that amplifies them in detail. The result is sort of interactive- you can regulate the level of complexity that you want to present to your kids. They're not all like this- some MSBs are overly simple and lacking in detail."
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Understanding Manga and Anime - #16April 7, 2018"Yakitate is a great manga series. It's kind of odd though. It centers around baking, but not the winners as you might think. It's all about the struggle for 3d place which is really odd to me. Second place is the first loser so why anyone fights over third is just weird. Still a good comic though."
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Yakitate!! Japan (Vol. 7) - #17December 1, 2017"It is 2017 and if were are still considering Fullmetal Alchemist as the best Manga, this would be an insult to the industry. Yes, it is a perfect Manga/Anime and even a game, but I believe it had its time long ago. We should consider the new ones instead of looking back at the nostalgia."
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Fullmetal Alchemist - #18April 4, 2018"I am just getting into Manga and The Drops of God was one of my first reads. I decided to start with this one because I also like wine but do not know a ton about the different types yet. The Drops of God is easy to read and feels effortless but is interesting at the same time."
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The Drops of God (Vol. 1) - #19December 1, 2017"Attack on Titan is a Manga bluray set. It is available from Amazon for 30 dollars. It has an average rating of 4.3 stars from Amazon customers. If you like Manga then maybe this a good one for you to check out. I have zero interest in Manga so I would stay away from it."
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Attack on Titan - #20April 3, 2018"Have you ever seen "Iron Chef"? Do you love Manga graphic novels? Iron Wok Jan! Is if those two got together and made a sweet, sweet love child. Gorgeous, exciting, illustrations and the enthusiastic nature of the story telling is the perfect combination for this genre."
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Iron Wok Jan! (Vol. 1) - #21April 12, 2018"The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 7) is one of the best Manga series out there and Vol. 7 tells a mystical story of three spiritual stones. The art is rich as is the plot. I really enjoyed this volume as well as the series as a whole. It was a warm blast from the past."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 7) - #22April 21, 2018"As a big manga fan, I was excited to find a new possible series. However, Prince of Tennis seems to be focused more to sports fans. While I did not find it to be a horrible read, I believe the story could have been expanded for readers who do not follow sports."
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The Prince of Tennis (Vol. 1) - #23April 28, 2018"Inagakiri makes great manga, and Eyeshield 21 is not an exception. It's a fun romp, giving a Japnese perspective on American football. If you're looking for the typical giant mech or shonen manga, you really won't find it here, but it's still a lot of fun."
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Eyeshield 21 (Vol. 1) - #24April 17, 2018"This was one of the first manga I read, back in the 90s when it was still very popular. I thoroughly enjoyed following the characters on their adventures, and I can still remember what it was like waiting for the next volume to be available to read."
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YuYu Hakusho (Vol. 1) - #25April 17, 2018"I don't think that this is representative of classic Manga; but what a sweet little Manga book for little ones! It's a precious little story about a lost kitty cat that my toddler would adore! I see myself reading it to her over and over."
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Chi's Sweet Home (Vol. 1) - #26April 10, 2018"Based on one of the game series that we all know, and should love, is a Manga called The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 5). If you or someone you know is interested in getting into reading Manga style books, this would be the perfect starter book."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 5) - #27July 16, 2018"Nothing beats the GOAT of Japanese literature: Dragon Ball!!! Okay maybe not literature, but in terms of manga: Dragon Ball is the goat, easy! Goku's fightscenes are so awesome that it has been the basis of other mangaka in recent times."
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Dragon Ball - #28April 18, 2018"My younger child is starting to get interested in manga, but I was having a hard time finding something appropriate that she would be interested in. I took a chance on this and she loves it! It's very cutesy in both art style and plot."
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Fluffy, Fluffy Cinnamoroll (Vol. 1) - #29November 30, 2017"Dragon Ball Z is a fun video game about a warrior named Goku and his friends. this game is interesting and entertaining. this game and character is japanese based but the us version is dubbed for use from the original japanese anime."
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Dragon Ball Z - #30April 1, 2018"The title threw me off a bit but it actually was a great manga. I was expecting it to be more about cooking than anything else but found it really entertaining and endearing. The story was well written and the artwork was beautiful."
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Mixed Vegetables (Vol. 1) - #31April 13, 2018"I think Astro Boy is really timeless. I'm really glad I went back and read some of these stories as they really led to a whole industry. It's pretty bare bones, presentation wise, but it is great to see the roots of modern manga."
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Astro Boy (Vol. 1) - #32May 7, 2018"I recently read "The Anime Machine: A Media Theory of Animation" at my friends' house, and I really liked it! The animations are superb, and even the story is funny and intriguing. I suggest it to all the mangaka out there."
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The Anime Machine: A Media Theory of Animation - #33November 29, 2017"I've always enjoyed this style of anime. It is heavily inspired by the manga of the same name and you can see that influence in the anime. If you like shows like the original Dragon Ball this is worth checking out for sure."
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Hunter x Hunter - #34April 7, 2018"The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 6) is a fun installment in the Zelda Manga series. It has all your favorite Zelda characters and a great story. I enjoyed reading it, and I recommend it highly. The illustrations are top notch."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 6) - #35December 5, 2017"Awesome storyline helps this stay at the top of my list of favorite series. The storyline is just the best! I find myself reading it every so often and it still is so enjoyable! The lead characters are wonderfully sweet."
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Fruits Basket - #36April 24, 2018"A child or young adult would enjoy reading about Yotsuba. She is a green-haired and wide-eyed girl who doesn't know a lot about anything. With no knowledge of the world she attempt to learn with help of some friends."
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Yotsuba&! (Vol. 1) - #37March 9, 2018"Ever since visiting Japan, I've been a little obsessed with Manga and finally found "Fragment of Horror". I've finally found the best animations, quality printing and gripping story - hoping for more in this series!"
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Fragments of Horror - #38March 30, 2018"This one is not for everyone, I guess. While it is as beautifully drawn as much as the next manga, I don't think people who are into cooking will be interested in this one. Luckily my bf and I are both cooks"
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Food Wars! (Vol. 1) - #39April 7, 2018"I am not a fan of this genre altogether but this did not impress me or captivate me in any way. I feel that as I watched it that i was seeing a cheap knock off of pokemon. I would pass on this in the future,"
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BakéGyamon (Vol. 1) - #40July 16, 2018"As a fan of anything feudal Japan, or anything related to it, this is just so good! I read the first arc and am now well deep into the second arc, and the sword techniques and fighting styles just blow my mind!"
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Rurouni Kenshin - #41April 15, 2018"I got this for my niece who loves anime and manga and those sorts of things. She said she had never heard of the series but overall the story impressed her enough to pursue the other volumes in the series."
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Voice Over! (Vol. 1) - #42April 10, 2018"I am a huge fan of Fumi Yoshinaga's manga series What Did You Eat Yesterday? It features well-crafted relatable characters and is beautifully written. Definitely recommended to manga fans both old and new!"
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What Did You Eat Yesterday? (Vol. 1) - #43December 10, 2017"Naruto Shippuden is a must have boxed set for any Manga fan (like myself). Naruto Shippuden is a sequel to the (inferior) series Naruto. I can watch this set over and over and never get tired of it."
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Naruto Shippuden - #44May 3, 2018"The Japanophile's Handbook, although not a manga, is a tremendous source for anyone who is interested in manga. It feels like a labor of love from author Russel and is very informative and quirky."
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The Japanophile's Handbook - #45March 30, 2018"This manga was fantastic because the characters and setting are amazing. I really love things set in the world of culinary arts and this did not disappoint! It was hard to put down and really fun."
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Oishinbo a la carte (Vol. 1) - #46April 29, 2018"This solution is a good suggestion I like the description to the solution because there is not description when you view it. This book sounds interesting and sounds like they would like it."
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Sakura Gari - #47July 16, 2018"I remember watching this as a kid and liking (more like having a crush :">) the assassin Killua, now I am waiting for the comic book and will come back to tell you if the manga is good too."
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Hunter x Hunter - #48July 16, 2018"IDK about Thomas Holland, but I liked the manga, especially the spacecrafts, and the ecchi, LOLOL But yeah, some of the dialogue and framing in the pages are hard to understand sometimes."
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Cowboy Bebop (Volume 1) - #49April 26, 2018"Mitsuru Adachi has built his name as one of the best Manga artists out there. His name alone would let one know that the Cross Game series would be one of the must-reads for Manga fans."
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Cross Game (Vol. 1) - #50May 20, 2018"I'm a fan of many manga and while The Earl & the Fairy (Vol. 1) was interesting, it didn't hold my interest. It is a romance themed manga that would probably be suited more for a girl."
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The Earl & the Fairy (Vol. 1) - #51April 17, 2018"Reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland, Cardcaptor Sakura takes you on a whimsical journey. Beautiful graphics and a compelling storytelling will keep you page turning until the end."
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Cardcaptor Sakura (Vol. 1) - #52April 5, 2018"This is volume one of the Legend of Zelda manga series. The illustrations are bright, clear, and vibrant. This is a great way to get the kiddos into the video game series."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 1) - #53December 10, 2017"Akira is my favorite Magna series, I love the 80's style, it's so different then today's style Magna. I spend hours reading this book, the action is very entertaining."
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AKIRA - #54April 23, 2018"It's anime whats not to like?? I really liked this short story and I love how the portray the sports aspect of this book. Great book for people that like Anime."
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Whistle! (Vol. 1) - #55March 19, 2018"Gantz (Vol. 1) is among the best Manga in the past few years. It has a great story that I just can't get enough of. I'm so excited to read each new installment."
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Gantz - #56April 4, 2018"This book is perhaps an acquired taste, not unlike bread instead of rice in Japan. I'm seeing a lot of meh middle of the road ratings, and I'm one of them."
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Yakitate!! Japan (Vol. 1) - #57April 6, 2018"Fairy Idol Kanon is one of the favorite manga's I have come across and very entertaining to me.One that you cannot think of putting down once you read it."
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Fairy Idol Kanon (Vol. 1) - #58December 6, 2017"One Piece is one of the most popular mangas out there now. I think you'll enjoy Luffy and Co. and the stories centered around these amazing characters."
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One Piece - #59April 15, 2018"This is really cute, and I do like it, but I was hoping for something with a good story and really good characters. This seems more like a novelty."
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Neko Ramen (Vol. 1) - #60April 11, 2018"Interesting read and relatable in that sometimes I wish I could fade into the background, too. Not the best plot, but it was entertaining enough."
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Tenshi Ja Nai!! (Vol. 1) - #61April 13, 2018"Thus should be titled under "best romance manga" or "best humorous manga". It has one review so how can it be considered the "best". Unlikely."
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Gokusen (Vol. 1) - #62April 7, 2018"An enjoyable manga, especially if you were a fan of the Zelda video games. There are quite a few others I'd say are better to start with though."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 2) - #63June 4, 2019"Beautiful artwork Fascinating plot, and very well-rounded characters. Well developed character arcs, and a story that never gets boring."
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Noragami: Stray God (Vol. 1) - #64April 5, 2018"The Legend of Zelda is a great manga and has many more volumes Guaranteed to buy the first 2 and the others if you purchase this one."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 3) - #65April 21, 2018"This is a really good Manga. I don't think it's the best but it's a good choice. Especially if you are looking for romance and humor."
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Ranma 1/2 (Vol. 1) - #66March 26, 2018"My Real Fake Boyfriend is a solid teen manga, funny, romantic and lkight. I don't think you can ask more from a pasttime."
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My Real Fake Boyfriend - #67May 4, 2018"This is a great book, but it is non-fiction. While it discusses manga and the culture surrounding it, it is not a manga itself."
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Adult Manga : Culture and Power in Contemporary Japanese Society (Consumasian Book Series) - #68April 17, 2018"After reading the previous volumes I couldn't wait for the 10th one. It has an epic conclusion to the long standing story."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 10) - #69December 7, 2017"The blu-ray is way better quality than the dvd. Still looks like it was recorded off the tv but still great to watch."
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Bleach - #70April 12, 2018"Anybody who loves manga would love reading this 2007 classic. It's a cute manga and very easy to get into!"
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Kitchen Princess (Vol. 1) - #71April 7, 2018"The legend of Zelda Vol 4 is a very interesting comics that compose of actions, I strongly recommend it."
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 4) - #72May 3, 2018"If you are a manga fan this is a must read. It explores the world of anime we know and love."
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The Soul of Anime: Collaborative Creativity and Japan's Media Success Story (Experimental Futures) - #73April 17, 2018"Zelda is one of my favorite series and I always enjoy the manga. You won't be disappointed"
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 9) - #74January 29, 2019"My Hero Academia Best Manga Action superpower and School Life ."
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My Hero Academia (Vol. 1) - #75March 7, 2018"It's not very appealing. Nothing about it screams "best" Manga."
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Drifters - #76April 12, 2018"a classic game and a classic manga"
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The Legend of Zelda (Vol. 8) - #77January 30, 2019"Kingdom Manga book List"
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Kingdom (Vol. 1) - #78April 18, 2018"GOOD"
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| Rank | Answers | Type | Votes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | One Piece | Books | 127 | Paid |
| 2 | Naruto | Books | 102 | Paid |
| 3 | Fullmetal Alchemist | Books | 97 | Paid |
| 4 | Dragon Ball | Books | 93 | Paid |
| 5 | Hunter x Hunter | Books | 93 | Paid |
| 6 | AKIRA | Books | 89 | Paid |
| 7 | Rurouni Kenshin | Books | 88 | Paid |
| 8 | Gantz | Books | 86 | Paid |
| 9 | Uzumaki | Books | 86 | Paid |
| 10 | Slam Dunk (Vol. 1) | Books | 86 | Paid |