Manga Masterpieces

Looking to dive into manga for the first time, but don't know where to start? Trust us, you can't go wrong with any of these five masterpieces. These series have put manga on the map for fans around the world, showcasing all the amazing reasons why these books deserve to be read.

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1. One Piece

Not just the best-selling manga of all time, One Piece continues to be one of the most popular and widely talked about series across the world. Fans have fallen in love with the characters, the wacky world, and the thrilling adventures (mixed with some seriously emotional moments, too, of course!). It's clear that author Eiichiro Oda cracked the code with this one.

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2. Naruto

There's no manga that's more textbook-perfect than Naruto. It's got everything you want, from a lovable underdog protagonist to excellent villains, a worthy rival, humor, emotional moments, cool abilities, and more! Though the story finished way back in 2014, it's still more popular than ever before, which really says a lot about the timelessness of this story.

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3. Dragon Ball

Even if you've never read the manga or watched the anime, you've likely heard of the name Goku or going "Super Saiyan." That's just how culturally impactful Dragon Ball has been on the entire world! With such great characters and storylines, this manga seriously had Japan hooked for years - even though the manga's final chapter was released way back in 1995!

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4. Attack On Titan

If you haven't heard of Attack On Titan in the past few years, you must have been living under a rock. This global phenomenon has everyone waiting for the next chapter release to find out what happened to their favorite characters in this do-or-die world. Although it's a newer manga compared to the others on this list, it's no doubt just as impactful.

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5. Death Note

Death Note might not be one of the best-selling mangas of all time, but it's certainly a household name that any manga fan will recognize - no matter where you are in the world. This thrilling story, centered around two geniuses, had everyone on their toes, leaving everyone anxious to know what happens at the end. And even now, many manga lovers continue to reference this manga and its iconic moments.

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