Overview
- Jujutsu Kaisen clinched the top spot in December 2024 manga sales with an impressive 1,836,843 copies sold, thanks to its recent conclusion and a new epilogue.
- In second place, My Hero Academia secured 1,182,751 copies sold following its recent finale.
- The top five list is rounded out by Dandadan, Blue Lock, and Kingdom, all showcasing the popularity of current manga series.
Further Insights
Recent figures released by Oricon highlight the top 20 manga series of December 2024, reflecting significant trends in the manga industry, particularly as many series wrap up or receive anime adaptations.
While numerous well-known series did not rank as high, this was anticipated due to the release timing of their latest volumes several months prior.
The Best-Selling Manga Series of December 2024
Jujutsu Kaisen Dominates Sales
The standout title for December 2024 is Jujutsu Kaisen, whose remarkable sales stem from the release of its final volume and an exciting new epilogue. The series has captivated readers globally, and its concluding chapter has driven sales to a staggering total of 1,836,843 copies.
Ranking of the Next Best-Selling Manga Series
My Hero Academia Secures Second Place
My Hero Academia, another highly popular series authored by Kohei Horikoshi, ranked second with 1,182,751 copies sold. Similar to Jujutsu Kaisen, its conclusion played a significant role in its sales increase, complemented by a notable epilogue in its final volume.
Securing third place is Dandadan, buoyed by a recent anime adaptation that has revitalized interest and propelled its sales to 772,790 copies.
Blue Lock, despite some setbacks in the quality of its anime adaptation, attracted sales of 587,071 copies, ranking fourth on the list.
Finally, Kingdom, which continues to demonstrate strong performance over the years, managed to sell 473,992 copies, placing it firmly in fifth.
Overview of the Remaining Top 10
In addition to our top five, the remaining series in the top ten also performed admirably.
Ranked sixth is Oshi No Ko, which, after a successful run, enjoyed a boost in sales due to its recent conclusion.
Blue Box, which gained traction following its anime adaptation, placed seventh.
The critically acclaimed The Apothecary Diaries proved its staying power in eighth place, with a new anime season anticipated for release in 2025.
Ninth place was claimed by Chainsaw Man, whose latest chapter release contributed to its sales surge.
Rounding out the list in tenth place is Kagurabachi.
For the full list of sales figures and rankings, check the official source on X (formerly Twitter).
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