March Comes in Like a Lion

A boxing manga masterpiece by Takamori Asao and artist Tetsuya Chiba. Serialized from 1968, it depicts young Joe's journey as a boxer escaping poverty. Regarded as one of manga's greatest works for its superb portrayal of effort, dreams, and human drama, it profoundly influenced Japanese popular culture.

A slice-of-life comedy manga by Kousuke Oono. A former yakuza gangster becomes a full-time homemaker devoted to housework and childcare. Excellent gap comedy with subtle commentary on gender roles, presenting alternative family values, and earning international critical acclaim.

Fashion-industry-themed romance fantasy manga by Ai Yazawa. Following a high schooler's encounter with fashion designers and subsequent coming-of-age journey. Praised for integrating fashion expression with narrative depth, it profoundly influenced Japanese fashion media and aesthetics, establishing new standards for fashion-centered storytelling in manga.

A ninja-themed manga by Masashi Kishimoto. The coming-of-age story of underdog Naruto aspiring to become Hokage has sold over 250 million copies worldwide. It is one of the most influential works in spreading Japanese ninja culture globally.

An action comedy by Tatsuya Endo. The fake family of a spy, assassin, and telepath became a massive global hit from Jump+.

A long-running manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump by Hirohiko Araki. Following the Joestar family across generations in epic battles of destiny. Its unique three-dimensional art style and the innovative 'Stand' power system greatly expanded the possibilities of manga expression.