Manga covers pretty much every genre that you may think of. This means that there is something for everyone out there, including fans of the supernatural. The supernatural genre itself is pretty big, with different types of supernatural topics present, ranging from ghosts to complex hauntings. While the supernatural can be scary, it can also be funny or romantic.
Here, you can find some of the best supernatural manga out there. From iconic classics to hidden gems, these manga options stray from the ordinary in a way that will suck you in. These recommendations encompass a wide range of subgenres, so something is bound to resonate with you.
10Umineko When They Cry
If Umineko When They Cry sounds familiar to you, then you’ll be glad to know that it was created by 07th Expansion, who also made Higurashi When They Cry. Though these are both originally visual novels, they have been adapted into a manga, with Umineko When They Cry taking place on a mysterious island in a grand mansion.
This manga has all the classic twists and turns of Higurashi When They Cry, as well as the addition of a witch. After being trapped on the island due to a typhoon, the group of characters experience the true horrors that the island has to offer.
9Natsume’s Book Of Friends
The supernatural can be scary and horrifying, but if you want something a little more relaxing, then Natsume’s Book Of Friends may be the manga for you. This manga follows Natsume, who can see spirits around him.
After finding the tititular Book of Friends, Natsume decides to give back the names in the book to their spirits. Overall, this manga packs an emotional and beautiful punch into quite a simple story.
8Death Note
We all know about Death Note at this point. The manga was first published in 2003, so it’s been well over 20 years since we were first introduced to Light Yagami. If you somehow missed it, then now is the perfect time to start reading! Death Note is a bit timeless, but the story is complete, so you can read all 108 chapters now.
The concept of Death Note revolved around the ‘death note’, which was found by Light. After writing a name in it (and knowing their face), the person will die. From here, a captivating mystery ensues.
7Dandadan
The Dandadan animeaired in late 2024, bringing this supernatural comedy into the spotlight. This manga follows Momo (who believes in ghosts, but not aliens) and Okarun (who believes in aliens, but not ghosts).
Of course, both aliens and ghosts prove to be real, and the pair get into all sorts of supernatural situations. Dandadan is a great read if you are looking for something that takes a step back from horror and leads into the comedic (and bizarre) aspect of the supernatural world.
6Tokyo Ghoul
Tokyo Ghoul is another classic, with it’s first chapter being publishing in 2011. Since then, a lot of Tokyo Ghoul anime has aired, but the finale of the anime left many people disappointed. To get the full story though, you may read nearly 180 chapters of Tokyo Ghoul.
While the ‘monsters’ of this manga are called ghouls,they are very similar to vampires. Don’t let this fool you though; Tokyo Ghoul is far from a generic vampire story. This manga is packed with a fantastic story and a wide range of compelling characters.
5Black Butler
Black Butler takes place in a Victorian London, with the main characters being Ciel Phantomhive and his butler, Sebastian. This is a pretty typical plot that doesn’t feel too supernatural, but what if we told you that Sebastian is a demon?
This manga follows Ciel and Sebastian as they navigate London in order to get to the bottom of a string of cases that are happening around the city. There are over 200 Black Butler chapters out there, with even more on the way!
4Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun
The name of this manga is enough to capture your attention. The Hanako-kun in question is a spirit that is bound to a toilet in the bathroom of a high school. Hanako doesn’t just peacefully possess a toilet; shortly into the manga, he is summoned by Nene Yashiro and eventually the two are bound together.
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun is far from a typical ghost story. Te story is surprisingly humorous, and we can’t wrap up this recommendation without talking about how beautiful the artwork is.
3Noragami
Next up, we have Noragami. This manga blends together the supernatural with Japanese mythology to create a wonderful urban fantasy experience. Noragami follows Hiyori Iki, who can slip between worlds after being involved in a traffic accident.
Now, enter: Yato. This minor deity is a god without a shrine. Yato doesn’t intend for this to be permanent though, as he completed jobs in order to save up enough money. For a small fee of five yen, Yato offers to help Hiyori with her issue, which isn’t as simple as it sounds.
2Queen’s Quality
QQ Sweeper is a three-volume story that takes place before the start of Queen’s Quality. If you want to read this manga, start with QQ Sweeper first.
QQ Sweeper and Queen’s Quality is asupernatural romance mangathat follows Fumi Nishioka and Kyutaro, who are ‘sweepers’. What’s a sweeper, you ask? This is a unique supernatural role that involves cleansing the minds of those infested with bugs.
Fumi and Kyutaro need to work in perfect harmony while performing their sweeper duties, but with the dormant Queen powers waking up, Fumi will need to deal with her own emotions and desires.
1The Disastrous Life Of Saiki K.
Last but not least, we have The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. This is a supernatural comedy that tells the story of Kusou Saiki. Rather than having one or two abilities, he can pretty much use any psychic ability you may think of.
This makes life hard for him, as Saiki’s real wish is to just blend in. The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. is a comedy though, so he doesn’t get his wish. Each chapter of Saiki K. involves some outrageous situation that will leave you laughing.
