Summary
Hunter x Hunterhas captured the hearts of many fans with its captivating storytelling, intricate world-building, and diverse characters. This manga has become a timeless classic among enthusiasts of the shonen genre, earning shouts as one of the best to gracethe pages of the Weekly ShonenJump.
For those who have journeyed through the adventures of Gon Freecs and his companions and are left craving more thrilling tales, many manga stories give a similar feel of ecstasy. These manga series embody the same spirit of adventure, friendship, and epic battles, makingHunter x Huntera resounding success. Here are some of them.
10Toriko
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.0 / 5
LikeHunter x Hunter,Torikofollows the adventures of a hunter with the same name. Rather than rare beasts and treasures, Toriko spends most of his time searching for unique ingredients and animals per his job as a Gourmet Hunter.
Driven by a relentless ambition, he embarks on a thrilling journey to createhis ultimate full-course meal, a gastronomic masterpiece that will surpass all others with the help of his timid friend and chef named Komatsu. With ridiculous strength that matches his appetite, he hunts down ferocious beasts to add to his menu.
9Rave Master
Anime-Planet Rating:4.0 / 5
Created by Hiro Mashima with the concept of travelling around the world,Rave Masteris a captivating manga series that features an epic journey. The story revolves around Haru Glory, a determined teenager on a noble mission—to locate the five fragments of the sacred stone of light, Rave, and use its power to bring peace and harmony to the world by defeating the nefarious criminal organisation, Demon Card.
LikeHunter x Hunter,this manga series also features the premise of a young boy who leaves his home island in search of something important to him.
8Demon Slayer
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.4 / 5
Tanjiro Kamado’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and the unyielding pursuit of justice. From a regular boy to a formidable Demon Slayer, Tanjiro’s life takes a tragic turn when he returns home to find his family slaughtered by a demon.
This leaves him with grief and the newfound responsibility of protecting his younger sister, Nezuko, who miraculously survives but is transformed into a demon.Tanjiro becomes aDemon Slayer as a result, dedicating his life to hunting down and exterminating demons while looking for a way to turn his sister back.
7Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5
This manga series by Syun Matsuena follows Kenichi Shirahama, a 15-year-old high school student who has long endured the torment of bullies. However, everything changes when he crosses paths with the transfer student Miu Furinhi. Drawn to her and inspired by her strength, Kenichi follows her to Ryozanpaku, a prestigious dojo known for housinglegendary martial arts mastersled by Miu’s grandfather, Hayato Furinji.
Kenichi begins his training to become stronger and capable of defending himself, but after he defeats one of the high-ranking students in the school’s karate club, he inadvertently attracts the attention of the delinquents.
6Metallica Metalluca
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.4 / 5
In the fascinating world this manga series depicts,where rare metals holdthe key to prosperity, those who dare to seek them are called Minea and celebrated. In the struggling town of Elza, a mysterious and determined young boy named Ruka arrives with the bold ambition of becoming a Minea.
But as Ruka immerses himself in the town’s affairs, he quickly finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and challenges. Determined to keep his promise of finding the rarest metal on earth to his father, he makes new friends and continues to forge ahead to his goal.
5Cage Of Eden
This manga series by Yoshinobu Yamada tells the story of Akira and his friends as they embark on what was supposed to be a fun-filled trip to a tropical island. During their plane ride, disaster strikes as the vessel shakes violently and suddenly nosedives. When Akira regains consciousness, he finds that his friends and teachers survived the crash.
However, that relief is short-lived as they discover that they have crash-landed on a dangerous and mysterious island teeming with menacing creatures and threats. Akira, once known as a prankster, now thrusts himself into a leadership role as they navigate the island and fight for survival.
4My Hero Academia
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.3 / 5
My Hero Academiatells the story of Izuku Midoriya, who dreams of becoming a hero despite being born without a quirk in a world of rampant superpowers. His dream seems impossible in a society where heroes are celebrated and employed as professionals. However, his unwavering determination catches the attention of the world’s greatest hero and his idol, All Might.
Witnessing Izuku’s heroic spirit, All Might passes on his powerful quirk, One For All, to the aspiring hero, changing the course of his destiny. Enrolling in a prestigious academy for young heroes,Izuku sets out to become aworthy hero and save his society from the League of Villains.
3Ultramarine Magmel
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.8 / 5
The new and uncharted continent of Magmell has captured the imagination of explorers far and wide. With its abundance of untapped natural resources, Magmell became a magnet for adventurers seeking riches and glory in this unexplored frontier. But beneath the allure of new opportunities lies an untamed and dangerous wilderness.
Magmellis teeming with dangerous wildlife, and to control that, an exceptional group of individuals known as anglers have emerged. Among these anglers is the renowned Inyou, a seasoned explorer with expertise in performing daring search and rescue missions for those in need alongside his trusted assistant, Zero.
2Full Metal Alchemist
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.5 / 5
This masterpiece created by Hiromu Arakawa is also considered one of the best shonen mangas of all time. It follows the adventures of a young Edward Elric and his even younger brother Alphonse as they embark on a quest to regain their missing body parts after a failed human transmutation accident cost Edward his right arm and left leg and Alphonse his whole body.
As they forge ahead, they discover various conspiracies and plans that are way more than they bargained for—uncovering different secrets, from government coverups to the truth behind their father’s past.
1Yu Yu Hakusho
Yu Yu Hakushoshares the same manga artist asHunter x Hunterand is sure to be an excellent read for anyone who enjoys Yoshihiro Togashi’s masterpiece.Yuusuke Urameshi is a rebellious delinquentknown for his street-fighting and rule-breaking ways. His life takes a dramatic turn when an unexpected kindness results in his untimely death.
He gets a second chance at life by becoming a Spirit Detective tasked with maintaining the balance between the human and spirit worlds. He joins a band of eccentric people, and they take on a myriad of trials while trying to save the world.
