Shonen Manga Saying Goodbye to Fans in 2024

Some manga transcend their medium and become a part of our lives. From innocent curiosity, they evolve into worlds we inhabit, where we celebrate our favorite characters’ victories and grieve their losses; their stories become intertwined with our own experiences.

With a mixture of joy and heartache, several shonen manga will conclude their journeys in 2024. Here is a compilation of the top 10 shonen manga that are wrapping up soon.

10. Muscle Island

Written and illustrated by Nariaki Narita, this series began serialization on October 15, 2022, and concluded on August 17, 2024, on the Shonen Jump+ app. The final volume is set for release on September 4, 2924.

Not everyone is aware of the gripping tale of ‘Muscle Island,’ where individuals hone their bodies to build muscle. Shibaki, a member of the research team, discovers the miraculous potential of this journey firsthand.

9. Kyokuto Necromance

This shonen manga will sadly conclude on September 2, 2024, with only 18 chapters. Kyokuto Necromance features an intriguing necromancer narrative that fans desired to explore further but will have to settle for its premature ending.

Fusai Naba initiated serialization in April 2024 in Shonen Jump, managing to summarize the plot within just one volume in a six-month span.

8. Psych House

Psych House is a supernatural slice-of-life series focused on a high school girl with teleportation abilities who delves into the realm of ‘Psych House’—a haven for those possessing psych abilities.

This manga also faced an early termination, with Omuduke Kobayashi crafting an extraordinary universe that unfortunately wrapped up in September 2024 and an anticipated final volume set to release in November.

7. Shojo Null

Although it started serialization in April 2023, it concluded within the same year, spanning only 4 volumes.

This dramatic sci-fi narrative follows Riaha as he uncovers the dark secrets of his seemingly utopian world after encountering Gijin, an organic robot. Regrettably, this unique story possessed vast potential that many fans are disappointed to see conclude.

6. Stage S

Stage S, created by Tomoya Harikawa, introduced a novel idea into the shonen realm that resonated strongly with audiences but sadly did not receive the recognition it deserved. The series concluded in September 2024 after 6 volumes.

The plot centers around Meguru Ukiyo, who is infatuated with his childhood friend, Sara Tatsumi. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a future-revealing snake.

5. Cipher Academy

Iroha, a newly enrolled student, experiences a transformative change when she acquires a pair of magical glasses.

This manga started serialization in Shonen Jump, with its first chapter released on November 21, 2024. Despite its brief but impactful two-year run, the series concluded in 2024.

4. Jiangshi X

Jiangshi X is a shonen manga acclaimed for its exceptional worldbuilding and art. Crafted by Norihiko Kurazono, it started serialization on Shonen Jump+ in January 2023 and ended in February 2024.

This Chinese Battle Fantasy follows brave young warriors confronting immense evil to ensure peace through relentless training.

3. Captain Tsubasa

Captain Tsubasa, the renowned football manga by Yōichi Takahashi, concluded its 43-year journey in April 2024, leaving fans elated. Beyond its legacy, the series has inspired many famous footballers.

Focusing primarily on Tsubasa Oozora, a gifted football player, the manga explores his dreams and relationships as he strives to win the FIFA World Cup for Japan.

2. My Hero Academia

One of the most significant series in Shonen Jump, fans are heartbroken to see it conclude. After delivering some of the most iconic battles in anime, the decade-long saga of MHA wrapped up on August 5, 2024.

It primarily chronicles Izuku Midoriya’s quest to become the ultimate hero despite being born quirkless.

1. Jujutsu Kaisen

Finally, we arrive at the manga whose conclusion announcement devastated countless fans. With a plethora of unforgettable confrontations, the series is set to reach its finale on September 30, 2024.

While some fans are prepared to embrace its conclusion, others worry about potential narrative threads left unresolved due to a rushed finale; however, they remain eager to witness the fate of Yuji and his companions within the Jujutsu society.

These are the shonen manga that have either concluded or will soon say goodbye to their devoted fans in 2024. If you haven’t explored these titles yet, now is the perfect time to add them to your reading list.