Karate Survivor in Another World

The manga I’ll introduce today is the relatively new series Karate Survivor in Another World. The story follows Yajin, a skilled karate practitioner who dies saving a student from being hit by a car. After his death, he is reincarnated into another world, where his new life and various adventures begin. Most isekai manga feature protagonists who are granted cheat powers upon reincarnation, allowing them to dominate their new world. What makes Karate Survivor in Another World unique is that Yajin receives no special powers at all—his isekai life starts from zero. Without cheat abilities, Yajin relies on strategy, wits, and raw karate skills to defeat monsters. Even as the story progresses, he doesn’t become overwhelmingly strong, and his hard-fought battles keep readers on the edge of their seats. Because of this, reading Karate Survivor in Another World often feels like playing a classic RPG video game—slow progression, real danger, and constant tension. For readers who love overpowered protagonists, the slower pace and gritty tone may feel frustrating. There are even brutal scenes where Yajin kills enemies with his bare hands, so don’t expect the usual flashy power-fantasy thrills. On the other hand, for those tired of the recent flood of cheat-ability isekai stories, Karate Survivor in Another World offers a refreshing and grounded alternative.

September 10, 2025