Best Fantasy Manga Recommendations (Page 2)

Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro

Action, Adventure, Anime Adaptation, Completed Series, Cooking & Food, Fantasy, Shonen

Toriko is an action-packed adventure manga set in the "Gourmet Age," a world where the pursuit of delicious food has become the ultimate global obsession. In this era, “Gourmet Hunters” scour the world for rare and powerful ingredients, and among them is the legendary hunter Toriko, who partners with a timid but talented chef named Komatsu. The story begins when Komatsu hires Toriko to capture the elusive "Galala Crocodile," a dangerous gourmet beast. Their encounter sparks a long and thrilling journey together as they strive to complete Toriko’s dream: to create his own ultimate “Full Course Menu.” Along the way, they team up with the other “Four Heavenly Kings” of the gourmet world, battling ferocious creatures, exploring legendary lands, and facing off against powerful enemies—including the sinister organization Gourmet Corp, which seeks to monopolize the world’s finest ingredients for its own gain. As their journey unfolds, the setting expands into the far more dangerous and mysterious Gourmet World, where only the strongest can survive. With each battle, Toriko and his companions strengthen their bonds, confront their pasts, and chase after the most extraordinary flavors nature has to offer. At its core, Toriko is a high-energy manga about appetite, vitality, friendship, and growth, delivering an intense blend of gourmet fantasy and shonen battle action that’s as wild as it is delicious.

Makoto Raiku

Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Shonen

Zatch Bell!! 2 is the direct sequel to the original series, following Zatch Bell, who became the “kind king” ruling over the demon world, and Kiyomaro Takamine, who has grown into adulthood in the human world, as they reunite to face an intense new battle. The story takes place about 12 years after the events of the first series. Zatch has brought peace to the demon world as its king, but this peace is shattered when a mysterious group of invaders suddenly appears, leaving the demon world in ruins. The demons’ powers are stolen, Zatch himself goes missing, and many of their former allies are defeated. A young demon girl named Zelly survives and, along with her companions, is entrusted with Zatch’s message—“Find Kiyomaro”—and a sketch of his face. They are then transported to the human world, specifically Egypt. While struggling to navigate this unfamiliar world, Zelly and her friends are relentlessly pursued by enemy forces. Eventually, she meets Kiyomaro, now a grown archaeologist. With the power of the old “spell book” and the energy of ancient ruins, Kiyomaro reawakens Zatch, bringing him back to the human world. Together once more, the duo embarks on a mission to confront the crisis threatening the demon world and challenge their powerful new enemies.

Story by Ippon Takegushi, Art by Mitarashi Sandai

Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Ongoing Series, School, Shonen

Shinobigoto is a school-based action manga set in modern-day Japan, revolving around Yodaka, an elite young ninja from the secretive "Public Security Ninja Squad." Despite being an exceptionally skilled ninja, Yodaka is extremely socially awkward and struggles to communicate with people. He is assigned a crucial mission: to secretly protect Aoi Himukai, a high school girl who unknowingly holds significant national assets and influence. With a hefty bounty on her head from the criminal underworld, Aoi becomes a constant target for assassins. Initially intending to quietly fulfill his duties without drawing attention, Yodaka somehow ends up befriending Aoi, further complicating his undercover role. Alongside other undercover ninjas infiltrating the school, he navigates the challenging balance between everyday school life and dangerous protection missions. Combining action, humor, and awkward teenage interactions, Yodaka fights through various dangers to keep Aoi safe, making Shinobigoto a fresh, modern take on ninja-meets-school comedy action.

Makoto Raiku

Action, Adventure, Anime Adaptation, Completed Series, Fantasy, Shonen

Zatch Bell! is a battle fantasy manga created by Makoto Raiku. The story begins when Kiyomaro Takamine, a brilliant yet lonely junior high student, encounters a mysterious boy named Zatch Bell, who has lost his memory and carries a red spellbook. Zatch is one of 100 demon children sent to the human world to participate in a once-every-thousand-years battle to decide the next king of the demon world. Zatch teams up with Kiyomaro, who can activate various spells—such as lightning-based magic—by reading the incantations written in the spellbook. In this fierce competition, demon children cannot use their powers without a human partner, and if their spellbook is burned, they are sent back to the demon world. Initially lacking confidence and a clear purpose, Zatch begins to change as he meets fellow competitors and rivals, ultimately vowing to become a “kind king.” Through intense battles filled with encounters and farewells, Zatch and Kiyomaro forge deep bonds of friendship and face countless powerful opponents. The story delivers a classic battle narrative packed with emotion and intensity, portraying the growth of the duo as they overcome hardships, inner struggles, and the unique destinies of each demon child.

Yuto Suzuki

Action, Anime Adaptation, Comedy, Fantasy, Ongoing Series, Shonen

SAKAMOTO DAYS is an action-comedy manga featuring Taro Sakamoto, once known and feared in the criminal underworld as a legendary assassin. After falling in love and getting married, Sakamoto retired from his life of crime. Now a happily married, overweight, middle-aged man, he enjoys a peaceful life running the "Sakamoto Store" alongside his beloved family. However, due to his notorious past, Sakamoto has a bounty placed on his head, drawing various assassins who threaten to disrupt his peaceful days. One such assassin is Shin, his former subordinate and an esper with the ability to read minds. Originally ordered to kill Sakamoto, Shin is instead won over by Sakamoto's kindness and strength, ultimately becoming an ally and employee at the Sakamoto Store. Committed to the promise he made to his family—“no more killing”—Sakamoto utilizes his incredible combat skills and sharp intellect to protect his loved ones from the chaos that continuously invades their daily life. Combining stylish battles, comedic situations, and the heartwarming bonds between distinctive characters, SAKAMOTO DAYS delivers a uniquely entertaining story.

Tadatoshi Fujimaki

Action, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy, Ongoing Series, Shonen

Kill Blue is a school-based action-comedy manga by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. The protagonist, Juzo Ogami, is a legendary assassin known for always eliminating his targets. One day, after being stung by a mysterious bee, Juzo suddenly reverts from a 39-year-old adult to a middle-school student. Unable to continue his assassin work in his younger form, Juzo is reluctantly tasked by his boss to investigate the middle school his daughter will attend. While initially uneasy about fitting in, Juzo gradually begins enjoying school life through studying and interactions with his classmates. Eventually, it’s discovered that the biological weapon responsible for his rejuvenation was developed by the major pharmaceutical company Mitsuoka Pharmaceuticals. Juzo starts searching for clues to revert to his original form. At the same time, he meets classmates such as Noren Mitsuoka and other unique friends, becoming increasingly embroiled in conspiracies involving assassination groups and the underworld. Leveraging his adult experience and assassin skills—yet stuck with the appearance of a middle-schooler—Juzo navigates a turbulent school life. Blending comedy, action, and human drama, the story unfolds with sharp pacing and plenty of excitement.

Takahiro Katō

Action, Fantasy, Ongoing Series, Shonen

Psycho Eyes is a supernatural suspense and police action manga starring Kei Watanabe, a young man with a unique ability known as “Psycho Eyes”—the power to see the “bonds” between people as colored threads. Because of this ability, Kei has always been overwhelmed by social interactions and eventually shut himself away from the world. His life changes when he meets Zen Mutou, a police officer with hidden powers of his own, and Zen’s younger sister, Kanade. Kei is reluctantly recruited to assist “Marume,” a special police task force composed entirely of ability users. Together with his new team, Kei faces off against “The World’s Eye,” a criminal organization seeking to exploit Psycho Eyes abilities for their own ends. Along the way, he must confront betrayal within the police force, unravel difficult cases, and learn to accept both his power and himself. The story blends intense battles between ability users, suspenseful investigations, moments of emotional connection with comrades, Kei’s personal growth, and the resolution of family conflicts. The series introduces a wide range of unique powers beyond just seeing bonds—such as memory manipulation, emotional control, and causality distortion—wielded by both allies and enemies. At its heart, Psycho Eyes is a gripping mix of supernatural thriller, police drama, and human story, exploring what it means to find one’s place in society while carrying extraordinary powers.

Story by Asa Rokushima, Art by Gyōmuyō Mochi; character design by kisui

Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Isekai, Magic, Ongoing Series, Shonen

This fantasy story follows Rein, an enchanter capable of assigning "strengthening points" not only to weapons and armor but to virtually anything, with the unique ability to revoke these enhancements at will. One day, his guild unfairly decides he's no longer needed because they believe their equipment is sufficiently enhanced. Disheartened, Rein leaves—but not before reclaiming all the strengthening points he had previously bestowed upon his comrades' gear, instantly turning his own equipment into legendary-level items. Now freed from guild obligations, Rein sets out on a carefree adventurer’s life, utilizing his powerful enchantment abilities to overcome various challenges with ease. As he encounters new companions and beautiful female knights, he embraces his newfound freedom and unstoppable power. With the unique trait of being able to remove enhancements whenever he pleases, his expulsion from the guild ultimately allows him to finally unleash his true potential, creating an exhilarating and satisfying fantasy adventure.