No full anime (only a short OVA) From the creator of Azumanga Daioh , this manga follows the chaotic, joyful daily life of a green-haired five-year-old named Yotsuba. It’s pure, uncynical comedy that works for any age. If you need a smile, read one chapter. Romance & Emotional Manga Anime: Fruits Basket (2019) Manga: Complete (23 volumes) Tohru Honda ends up living in a tent in the woods—only to be taken in by the mysterious Sohma family, who transform into zodiac animals when hugged by the opposite sex. The 2019 anime fully adapts the beloved manga, balancing slapstick comedy with gut-punching drama about trauma and found family.

No complete anime adaptation A word of warning: this is not for the faint of heart. Following a boy depicted as a crude bird-like figure, Punpun’s journey through depression, trauma, and toxic relationships is haunting and unforgettable. Only read this if you’re in a stable headspace. Slice of Life & Feel-Good Anime: Spy x Family Manga: Ongoing A spy, an assassin, and a telepathic orphan form a fake family for their own missions—without knowing each other’s secrets. It’s wholesome, hilarious, and clever. Both the anime (by Wit Studio & CloverWorks) and the manga deliver consistent charm.

Anime currently airing on Netflix A rare sports-romance hybrid. Badminton player Taiki has a crush on the star basketball player Chinatsu—who ends up living under his roof. No love triangles, no melodrama. Just sweet, slow-burn progress and gorgeous art. For Horror & Psychological Thrills Anime: Chainsaw Man Manga: Part 1 complete (11 volumes), Part 2 ongoing Don’t let the gory memes fool you—this is a tragic, cinematic, and surprisingly literary story about a boy fused with a devil who can turn into chainsaws. The anime is a stylish, movie-like adaptation, but the manga’s raw, sketchy art adds a punk energy the anime can’t fully replicate.