The Top 10 Best-Selling Manga of 2022

Manga, the Japanese comics that have gained a huge following all over the world, have always been a source of entertainment for fans of all ages. With the popularity of manga constantly on the rise, it's no surprise that the best-selling manga series of 2022 has caused quite a stir among fans.

Oricon, a Japanese-based statistics company, recently released a list of the top-selling manga series of 2022. The list includes some old favorites, as well as some new series that have quickly gained a dedicated fan base.

One of the most surprising entries on the list is Kaiju No.8, also known as Monster #8 in English. Despite not having an anime adaptation, the series managed to sell a total of 3,139,803 copies in 2022, earning it the tenth spot on the list. The series, written by Naoya Matsumoto and serialized in Shueisha, is set in Japan and follows the story of Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro, who join an organization known as the Defense Force to battle Kaiju, monsters that are threatening humanity. After a strange incident, Kafka transforms into a Kaiju himself, but retains his human consciousness. Using his newfound powers, he fights to save humanity from the Kaiju.

Do Not Say Mystery, another series that has yet to receive an anime adaptation, comes in at ninth place on the list. The series, which centers around a young man named Totonou Kunou who is arrested as a suspect in the murder of his classmate, sold a total of 3,140,861 copies in 2022. The series, which also won the 67th Shogakukan Manga Award this year, is a must-read for fans of mystery and crime manga.

Chainsaw Man, a series that may not seem like it would have much appeal, surprised fans by coming in at eighth place on the list. The manga, which began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2018, quickly gained a dedicated following. In 2022, the series sold a total of 3,438,930 copies, solidifying its place among the best-selling manga of the year. The series, which is set in a world where humans can form contracts with Devils in exchange for something, follows the story of Denji, who merges with his Devil pet Pochita and gains the powers of a Chainsaw Devil. He uses these powers to become a member of the Devil Hunters organization and fight other Devils to save humanity.

Blue Lock, a soccer-based manga, comes in at seventh place on the list. Despite not being the most popular genre in anime, the series managed to outrank several others to sell a total of 3,548,238 copies in 2022. The series, which also won the 45th Kodansha Manga Award, follows the story of Yoichi Isagi, one of 300 players selected to participate in a regime designed to create the world's best egotist striker.

Kingdom, a military-themed manga that has been a favorite among fans for years, comes in at sixth place on the list. The series, which has sold 92 million copies as of September 2022 and an additional 3,832,688 copies in 2022, continues to be a fan favorite. The series follows the story of Xin, an orphan boy in the Kingdom of Qin who trains hard to become the Great General of the Heavens.

My Hero Academia, a shonen anime that has been captivating fans since 2014, comes in at fifth place on the list of best-selling manga series of 2022. The series, which sold 5,353,782 copies in 2022, is set in a world where most people have developed supernatural abilities known as Quirks. Izuku Midoriya is one of the few people who do not possess a Quirk, but his fate leads him to his idol, All Might, who passes on his own Quirk to Izuku.

One Piece, a manga that needs no introduction, comes in at fourth place on the list. The series, which has sold over 516.5 million copies as of August 2022 and an additional 10,364,102 copies in 2022, follows the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew as they search for the greatest treasure in the world, known as "One Piece." But their quest is not without challenges, as powerful pirates from around the world are also on the hunt for the treasure.

Spy X Family, a unique entry in the espionage genre, comes in at third place on the list. The series, which sold 10,600,571 copies in 2022, is a comedic take on the spy and detective genre. The story follows Loid, an undercover agent who goes by the name Twilight, as he attempts to maintain peace between two nations by adopting a young girl named Anya and pretending to marry a woman named Yor. Each member of the family has their own secrets, adding to the entertainment value of the series.

Tokyo Revengers, a manga that came to an end in November 2022, comes in at second place on the list. The series sold a total of 11,048,067 copies in 2022, and is set to receive a second season that will adapt the Christmas Showdown Arc of the series. The story follows Hanagaki Takemichi, a man who has become a loser in his present life but is given the chance to go back in time and alter the past.

Jujutsu Kaisen, a manga that started serialization in 2018, comes in at first place on the list. The series, which sold 12,282,260 copies in 2022, follows the story of Yuji Itadori, who swallows a cursed item and becomes cursed himself. But the curse is unable to fully control Yuji's body, making him a special case. He is enrolled in Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, where he trains to hone his powers alongside other Jujutsu Sorcerers.

These are just a few of the mangas that made the list of best-selling series of 2022. With such a wide range of genres and storylines, it's no wonder that manga continues to be a beloved form of entertainment for fans all over the world.