Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia, two of the most prominent Shonen Jump manga titles of the past decade, have captured the attention of readers. While My Hero Academia concluded on August 5, 2024 with its final chapter, Jujutsu Kaisen has just announced that it will conclude within the next five chapters.
After the conclusion of two major Shonen Jump mangas, fans are now considering their next manga to immerse themselves in. While Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia each offer distinct elements, the combination of action and character-driven stories allows for a variety of other Shonen Jump titles to be recommended to fans.
Despite the many enjoyable titles for fans of Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia, the best recommendations would be titles that are serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump and easily accessible on online platforms.
Please be aware that this article contains some minor spoilers for the following series: Chainsaw Man, Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi, Dandadan, Undead Unluck, Gokurakugai, Wild Strawberry, Kaiju No. 8, Tokyo Ghoul, and the Mission: Yozakura Family.
Chainsaw Man, Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi, and other Shonen Jump manga for Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia fans to check out
Chainsaw Man
Undoubtedly, the Chainsaw Man manga is among the top Shonen Jump mangas, alongside Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia, in terms of its popularity and quality of writing. Its narrative encompasses a variety of elements, including intense character development and high-speed action, while also featuring a diverse cast of characters.
In 2020, Chainsaw Man was initially released in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, and its Part 2 began in 2022. The manga currently consists of over 175 chapters and can be read on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform. Due to their overlapping fanbases, Chainsaw Man is a top choice for fans of Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia.
Sakamoto Days
Sakamoto Days has gained a lot of attention within the Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia fandoms, with many existing fans frequently recommending it.
Taro Sakamoto’s journey in the series revolves around his attempt to distance himself from his past as an assassin following his marriage. However, his former life catches up to him in due time. Like Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia, the manga is renowned for its intense fight scenes and is often praised for its exceptional choreography.
The story also features an exceptionally large and diverse ensemble of characters, with each one receiving thorough exploration throughout the chapters.
TMS Entertainment, known for their work on the popular series Dr. Stone and Undead Unluck, has confirmed that they will be adapting this Shonen Jump manga into an anime. The manga can currently be read on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform.
Kagurabachi
The Kagurabachi manga, which began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in late 2023, is one of the latest additions to the Shonen genre. Although it initially gained attention through viral memes, the series quickly gained a dedicated fanbase thanks to its emphasis on character-driven battles and continuous improvement in storytelling and artwork.
4) Taste
It is undeniable that Dandadan by Yukinobu Tatsu stands out as one of the most distinct and unorthodox Shonen mangas currently being published. The series began its serialization in April 2021 and has quickly gained recognition as one of the most highly anticipated works in Shonen Jump.
The manga takes an action-centric approach, featuring advanced aliens and powerful yokai as the two primary antagonistic forces. Each battle in the story is distinct and falls into a specific genre, ranging from traditional Shonen fights to mecha battles.
Former assistant of Tatsuki Fujimoto, the mangaka Yukinobu Tatsu is also known for his collaboration with Kaku Yuuji, the creator of Hell’s Paradise. Currently, his work Dandadan can be found on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform, comprising of 163 chapters.
5) A Manga Review: Undead Unluck
The manga Undead Unluck, created by Yoshifumi Tozuka, debuted in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump in January 2020. It was later adapted into an anime by Studio David Productions, which premiered in late 2023.
This Shonen Jump manga stands out for its captivating and distinctive power system, rivaled only by Jujutsu Kaisen, and delves into the complex characters and their underlying reasons for engaging in battles.
The series, which can be accessed on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform and consists of 218 chapters, centers around Undead Andy and Fuuko. Undead Andy possesses the ability to defy death and serious injuries, while Fuuko’s Unluck power cancels out any good fortune.
Gokurakugai
One of the most unique ongoing Shonen Jump mangas is Gokurakugai by Yuto Sano, which began serialization in July 2022. The manga follows Tao and Alma, who operate a troubleshooting agency in the district of Gokurakugai, known for its occult influences and home to a diverse population of humans, beastmen, and occult entities.
Despite its slow progression, the story of this manga is enriched by a diverse and captivating cast of characters, in-depth character development, and well-constructed action scenes. Currently, the manga can be accessed for reading on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform and consists of 20 chapters in total.
Wild Strawberry
Ire Yonemoto’s Wild Strawberry is a Shonen Jump manga series that is currently ongoing and highly underrated. It takes place in an apocalyptic version of Earth where humans are being devoured by Jinka, a type of plant.
The main characters in the story possess abilities similar to those of Jinkas and are all human. The series heavily revolves around character development through action-packed battles. Wild Strawberry can be accessed for reading on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform.
Kaiju No. 8
Although it has received an anime adaptation, Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto remains a relatively unknown Shonen Jump manga title in comparison to popular series such as Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia. The manga first began serialization in July 2020 and centers around Kafka Hibino, a disposal personnel in a world overrun by Kaiju.
Despite his initial dreams of joining the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, Kafka Hibino’s lack of talent prevented him from achieving this goal and he instead became part of the clean-up crew. However, his fortunes change when he gains the ability to transform into a humanoid Kaiju, allowing him to finally pursue his dream of fighting against the Kaiju. This story is now available to read on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform.
Tokyo Ghoul
Despite its anime adaptation being considered subpar by many, Tokyo Ghoul remains a highly praised and recommended series among fans of the Shonen genre. Its excellence in storytelling has earned it a devoted fanbase, making it a staple recommendation within the community.
The serialization of this story began in 2011 and was concluded with Tokyo Ghoul: re. With a dark and realistic tone, the anime delves deep into character conflicts and development. The manga can now be accessed and read on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform.
Mission: Yozakura Family
The serialization of the series began in late 2019 in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump and it quickly gained attention as one of the most exciting action spy titles in the magazine.
The story centers around Taiyo Asano, who enters into marriage with his childhood friend Mutsumi Yozakura and becomes a member of the renowned Yozakura family, known for their legacy as skilled spies. This manga, published in Shonen Jump and can be read on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform, has also been adapted into an anime by Studio Silverlink.
Concluding Thoughts
While some fans of My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen may suggest Vinland Saga and Gachiakuta as similar titles, it is important to mention that Vinland Saga is not a Shonen Jump manga. Additionally, although Gachiakuta is a Shonen manga, it is not included in the Weekly Shonen Jump lineup. Despite this, it has been confirmed that a Gachiakuta anime adaptation is in the works, with an official trailer released.
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