From shonen (aimed at teenage boys) to shojo (aimed at teenage girls) to seinen (aimed at adult men) and josei (aimed at adult women), there’s a manga series out there for everyone.
Manga has become a global phenomenon, with fans worldwide enjoying the unique storytelling and artwork that sets it apart from Western comics. Understanding manga requires some background knowledge of Japanese culture and history and an appreciation for the art form itself. From shonen (aimed at teenage boys) to shojo (aimed at teenage girls) to seinen (aimed at adult men) and josei (aimed at adult women), there’s a manga series out there for everyone.