As 2024 comes to a close, the manga world has once again delivered surprises, twists, and farewells to fan-favorite series.
While heavy hitters like One Piece, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, and Blue Lock kept their stronghold on manga sales, none could dethrone Jujutsu Kaisen, which emerged as the year’s best-selling manga.
Yes, Jujutsu Kaisen is the best-selling manga of 2024. With a staggering 7,610,995 copies sold, Jujutsu Kaisen has outpaced its competitors, securing the top spot on Oricon’s sales chart for the year.
This achievement is no small feat, considering this is the third time in four years that Gege Akutami’s masterpiece has claimed the crown.
The final arc, which wrapped up in September 2024, drove massive interest as fans rushed to see how the series would conclude. Even amid criticism of the finale, the story’s compelling blend of action, character arcs, and Sukuna’s ruthless saga kept readers hooked.
How Do the Rest of the Top 10 Stack Up?
While Jujutsu Kaisen leads by a significant margin, here’s how the other top-selling manga fared:
- Jujutsu Kaisen – 7,610,995
- One Piece – 5,280,000
- Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 4,955,000
- The Apothecary Diaries – 4,695,000
- Blue Lock – 3,881,269
- Kaiju No. 8 – 3,415,000
- Kingdom – 3,235,000
- Haikyu!! – 3,075,000
- My Hero Academia – 2,910,000
- Spy x Family – 2,710,000
Why Jujutsu Kaisen Stood Out in 2024?
Several factors contributed to Jujutsu Kaisen’s dominance:
- The Final Arc: The series’ conclusion, spanning the year, was a significant event in the manga community. Fans eagerly followed Yuji, Sukuna, and Gojo’s final battles, even as debates about the ending’s quality persisted.
- Consistency: Despite ending, the series has maintained strong cultural relevance and sales, a feat few manga achieve post-conclusion.
- Anime Boost: Season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen, which covered pivotal arcs, reignited interest in the manga, drawing in new readers and retaining the old.
Where Do Other Favorites Stand?
One Piece secured second place with 5.2 million copies sold despite Eiichiro Oda taking multiple hiatuses this year.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End and The Apothecary Diaries saw boosts thanks to successful anime adaptations, both earning spots in the top five.
Blue Lock, last year’s top-seller, slipped to fifth place but remained strong, thanks to the continued success of its manga and fan loyalty despite criticisms of the anime’s latest season.
As we head into 2025, the competition is set to intensify. With several new-gen manga like Dandadan and Kaiju No. 8 climbing the ranks, the battle for next year’s crown will be fierce.
But for now, Jujutsu Kaisen remains a testament to the enduring power of a well-crafted story that resonates with millions.
Do you think Jujutsu Kaisen deserved the top spot? Which series are you rooting for in 2025? Let us know in the comments below!
Averagebeing’s Take: Jujutsu Kaisen’s dominance in 2024 proves it’s not just a manga—it’s a cultural phenomenon. While One Piece and other contenders had impressive years, Gege Akutami’s series showed that even an imperfect finale couldn’t stop its momentum. It’s the end of an era for Jujutsu Kaisen, but what a way to go out on top!
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