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It is a global phenomenon for a reason—the "Hinokami Kagura" sequence in Season 1 changed the industry standard for animation quality. 2. The Psychological & Strategic
These series have earned their place through massive global viewership, critical acclaim, and cultural impact. Most Popular Anime/Manga in 2020s - Google Trends - IMDb
Manga: Chainsaw Man
- Best for: Fans of Attack on Titan or historical epics.
If you have a lot of time on your hands and want a world you can truly get lost in. One Piece:
- Attack on Titan
- Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
- Naruto
- One Piece
- Dragon Ball Z
- Nana - A romantic drama manga and anime series that follows the story of two women, both named Nana, as they navigate their lives and relationships in Tokyo.
- ** Paradise Kiss** - A romantic drama manga and anime series that follows the story of a young woman who becomes involved with a group of fashion students.
- Oishinbo - A food-themed manga and anime series that follows the story of a young journalist who becomes involved in a project to create the ultimate Japanese cuisine.
- Chihayafuru - A sports manga and anime series that follows the story of a young woman who aims to become the best karuta player in Japan.