Manga Index Version 14

This article has been translated from Japanese to English using generative AI; however, all the manga reviewed here were personally read by the author, and the reviews are entirely original.

Dandadan manga cover art featuring main characters and key visual elements

Dandadan

Author: Yukinobu Tatsu
Publisher: Shueisha
Magazine: Shōnen Jump+
Volumes: 19
Release Date: 2021-08-04
Age Rating: All Ages
Copyright: © Yukinobu Tatsu / Shueisha All Rights Reserved

Synopsis

Ken Takakura, a high school boy nicknamed Okarun, firmly believes in aliens but scoffs at ghosts. Momo Ayase, a girl with strong spiritual powers, believes in the supernatural—but thinks UFOs and aliens are nonsense. One day, a strange bet leads them to confront the real versions of what they each believe in… and chaos explodes. Abductions by aliens, hauntings by evil spirits, life-threatening curses—suddenly, their ordinary school lives spiral into a whirlwind of the paranormal and the absurd! After gaining mysterious powers, Ken and Momo find themselves in one outrageous battle after another, teaming up with quirky allies to face bizarre and terrifying threats. Hilarious, heart-racing, and even a little romantic—Dandadan is a supernatural sci-fi battle comedy that smashes the boundaries between ghosts and aliens in the wildest ways imaginable.

Rating Metrics

StoryCharactersArtworkWorld BuildingThemesPacing
Story
4.4
Characters
5.0
Artwork
4.6
World Building
4.8
Themes
4.7
Pacing
5.0

Editorial Reviews

Fresh, Eccentric, and Thrillingly Fast-Paced Action

Dandadan is an incredibly unique action manga blending supernatural and sci-fi elements in a refreshingly bold way. According to my contacts in anime production, it’s currently recognized as one of the most valuable IPs for collaboration in Japan. The protagonists face extraordinary supernatural phenomena like ghosts and aliens, forming bizarre yet endearing friendships along the way. What really stands out is its exhilarating pacing and relentless momentum, immediately capturing readers with rapid-fire developments. The manga effortlessly weaves hilarious banter and wildly imaginative concepts into its narrative, maintaining a perfect balance between comedic moments and intense action scenes. The characters’ uniquely dynamic abilities and thrilling battles vividly bring the manga’s eccentric universe to life. It quickly gained popularity in Japan by cleverly integrating famous urban legends such as "Kuchisake-onna" (the Slit-Mouthed Woman), deeply resonating with local readers.

September 20, 2025

Comedy-Rich, Character-Driven Drama

Another standout aspect of Dandadan is its humorously engaging character dynamics and compelling human drama. Each character brims with vibrant, quirky personalities, resulting in highly entertaining interactions and unforgettable comedic moments. One particular highlight—and genuinely laugh-out-loud moment—is when Okarun hilariously compares the retrieval of his stolen "golden balls" to playing baseball. Furthermore, the manga thoughtfully explores each character’s background and personal struggles, creating an emotional depth that elevates it beyond simple action-comedy. Readers will find themselves deeply engaged, experiencing not only thrilling supernatural battles but also genuinely heartwarming human stories.

September 20, 2025

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