Best Shonen Manga Recommendations (Page 4)

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.

Ryo Ishiyama

Action, Ongoing Series, Shonen

Dragon and Chameleon tells the story of the genius manga artist Garyo Kagami and an unknown rookie manga artist, Shinobu Miyama, who obsessively envies Garyo's talent and success. After a mysterious accident, they unexpectedly find their bodies swapped. Garyo, now in the body of Miyama—nicknamed "Chameleon" for his extraordinary skill at copying art styles—must restart his manga career from scratch. Meanwhile, Miyama inherits Garyo's fame and talent but struggles with the immense pressure and expectations as he continues serialization under his new identity. Through shifts in perspective and life experiences brought on by the swap, as well as intense human dramas involving editors and rivals, this manga energetically explores the true meaning of dreams and self-actualization. The story stands out for its heated battles of pride among manga artists and realistic depiction of the manga industry.

Takeshi Okano (Art), Shou Makura (Story)

Action, Anime Adaptation, Comedy, Completed Series, Horror, Shonen

Hell Teacher Nūbē is a school-based occult action manga centered around Meisuke Nueno—nicknamed Nūbē—the homeroom teacher of Class 5-3 at Dōmori Elementary School. On the surface, he’s clumsy, easygoing, and approachable, but he also has another side: he’s Japan’s only teacher with spiritual powers. Hidden within Nūbē’s left hand is the “Oni no Te” (Demon’s Hand)—a sealed demonic force that he wields to protect his students from all manner of supernatural threats, including yokai, evil spirits, and urban legends. Risking his life, he battles these mysterious entities to keep his class safe. The series masterfully blends occult mystery, comedy, intense battles, and heartfelt lessons, presenting mostly self-contained episodes. Through these stories, readers witness Nūbē’s deep bonds with his students, their personal growth, and moments of both laughter and tears. Some former enemies even become allies, and certain arcs delve into the emotional lives and moral struggles of both humans and yokai. A hallmark title of Weekly Shonen Jump in the 1990s, Hell Teacher Nūbē was also adapted into an anime series and feature films, securing its place as a beloved school ghost-story hero manga.

(Story)Suzukinoki Kuro,(Art)Mujii Imai

Adventure, Comedy, Isekai, Ongoing Series, Romance, Shonen

I Won 4 Billion in the Lottery But I Went to Another World is an isekai fantasy manga that begins when the dull, ordinary office worker Kazura Yamaguchi suddenly wins 4 billion yen in the lottery. Soon after claiming his winnings, Kazura discovers a mysterious door inside his family’s storage shed—one that leads to another world. On the other side lies a medieval-like land, where villages suffer from famine and poverty. Determined to use his newfound wealth and modern-day knowledge to help, Kazura begins introducing infrastructure, medical care, and agricultural improvements to transform the lives of the people there. Although the villagers are initially confused by his strange tools and ideas, they gradually come to trust and admire Kazura as his good intentions and cutting-edge supplies bring real change. Along the way, he builds relationships with lords, nobles, and beautiful women, while also getting caught up in conspiracies and unexpected conflicts. Blending wealth × isekai × modern knowledge, the story highlights a down-to-earth protagonist who uses money and compassion to reshape another world. With touches of light romance and heartwarming daily life, it’s a unique “isekai reform” tale where modern Japan and fantasy adventure intersect.