Ever feel like fantasy worlds are a bit too, well, fantasy? Like all those swords and castles just don’t quite scratch your itch? Enter urban fantasy manga! It’s where magic, monsters, and maybe even myths get tangled up in the everyday chaos of modern life. Think demons at the office, witches dodging rush hour, and mythical creatures just trying to get their groceries. Sounds wild, right? This list dives into the top 5 urban fantasy manga to quench your thirst for fantastical throwdowns, surprising friendships (or maybe frenemies?), and the extraordinary hiding in plain sight. No need to pack your bags for another world, these stories bring the magic straight to your city. So grab a drink, get comfy, and prepare to discover your next manga adventure!
Best Urban Fantasy Manga
The Isekai Returnee is Too OP for the Modern World
Dive into the thrilling life of Morishita Daiki, a hero who has tasted the thrill of victory in another realm, only to return to a Japan where the extraordinary has become ordinary. This manga, penned by the talented Takagi Shigeyoshi, is a rare gem in the urban fantasy genre that explores the struggles of a hero trying to fit into a world where apparitions and special powers are the new normal. It’s a roller-coaster ride of action and plot twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
My Entire Class Was Summoned to Another World Except for Me
Imagine being the only one left behind when your entire class is summoned to another world. That’s the reality for Kamiya Yato, a high school student who suddenly finds himself with new abilities and responsibilities. From battling monsters from other worlds to dealing with terrorists at his school, Yato’s life is anything but ordinary. This manga is a perfect blend of drama, humor, and character development that will leave you eagerly turning the pages.
Kimama ni Tokyo Survive
Step into the shoes of Gotou Shizuka, an everyday white-collar worker whose life takes a dramatic turn when she is attacked while shopping. This event triggers her “Night Guide (Guidance)”, granting her unique powers that allow her to navigate both the human and monster worlds. This manga is a vibrant, action-packed journey that will captivate you from the first page to the last.
Golem Dungeon Rush
Golem Dungeon Rush is an urban fantasy manga about Taejoon, a young man just trying to make a livelihood. But when he is invited by a friend to play a virtual-reality video game involving golems from the ancient era, he discovers that these creatures have come to life and are terrorizing people in real life! He has been tasked with helping others while also collecting precious treasures with his knowledge of fighting off these monsters. This wonderfully creative story takes readers on an adventurous trip filled with thrilling chases and plenty of action as Taejoon strives to stay alive against all difficulties.
The Knight Cartoonist and her Orc Editor
The Knight Cartoonist and Her Orc Editor is a one-of-a-kind urban fantasy manga about an orc named Yeld who flees his native realm for Tokyo in the hopes of becoming a manga editor. The hopeful artist he meets along the road, who is also an armored swordswoman from time to time, has one terribly awful habit – when she is rejected, she becomes suicidal. Fortunately for Yeld, his new friend isn’t alone; a tentacle monster has been summoned to serve as an assistant, as has a slime girl armed with other “helping” manga equipment. This series gives fans an authentic look at what it takes to make it in the manga industry!
