Japanese Students Pick Top 30 Manga That Makes Them Smarter
Manga seems a great form of print media to entertain yourself with the adventurous and thrilling stories they’ve to offer. As manga continues to grow, the medium is not only offering entertainment but also contributing to intellectual growth and development for readers of all ages.
Certain manga challenges the readers to think critically, explore complex themes, and consider the intricacies of human nature and society. A recent survey conducted among Tokyo University students gives a solid basis to this claim where participants were asked to nominate manga titles that they believe make them smarter.
The results provided fascinating insights into the manga series that are not only entertaining but also had a positive impact on the intelligence and overall cognitive development of the readers. Here are the top 30 manga titles that Japanese students credit with making them smarter –
Rank 30-21
30. One Piece
29. Liar Game
28. Quintessential Quintuplets
27. Investor Z
26. Cells at Work!
25. Blue Lock
24. The Elusive Samurai
23. Haikyu!!
22. Chainsaw Man
21. Hunter × Hunter
Rank 20-11
20. Silver Spoon
19. Naruto
18. Moyasimon
17. Watchdog Tsunemori Akemi
16. Hetalia: Axis Powers
15. Ushijima the Loan Shark
14. Spy × Family
13. Jin
12. The Animal Doctors
11. Assassination Classroom
Rank 10-1
10. Death Note
9. Golden Kamuy
8. Bungo Stray Dogs
7. Kounodori: Dr. Stork
6. Oshi no Ko
5. Orb: On the Movements of the Earth
4. Space Brothers
3. Kingdom
2. Dr. Stone
1. Detective Conan
The survey polled thousands of students from across the country diving into their interests and hobbies picking out the manga that actually stimulated their intelligence. The results clearly reflect the diverse range of themes and genres available in the world of manga that can help people learn and grow.
The top 30 manga titles on the list are a diverse mix of genres, from sports to historical fiction to action-adventure. So whether you are a student, a professional, or simply someone who wants to challenge your mind, there is sure to be a manga out there that is perfect for you.
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