What is this genre all about? A feeling of general discomfort and uneasiness is present due to either trivial or more serious reasons, often accompanied by depression.
Warning: may contain copious amounts of brooding and sighing.
Etymology: "Angst" is a German word meaning fear or anxiety.
We present you the list of Angst manga you should read right now.
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Top 17 Angst manga you should read right now. [2024 List]
- 17. Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu
- 16. Claymore
- 15. Nana
- 14. Jujutsu Kaisen 0
- 13. Fruits Basket
- 12. While You’re In Love
- 11. 10 years that I loved you the most
- 10. Namjuui Eommaga Doeeobeoryeotda
- 9. Oneesama to Watashi: Ojousama ga Isekai Tensei
- 8. Bandeusi Happy Ending
- 7. FX Fighter Kurumi-chan
- 6. Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Onikakushi-hen
- 5. Himegoto: Juukyuusai no Seifuku
- 4. Seonnyeooejeon
- 3. The End of Goldfish Kingdom
- 2. Upshot (H)
- 1. Sleepless Domain
17. Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu
"So, Hikaru is no more... If that's true then..."
Yoshiki and Hikaru are two boys who live in a certain village. They're the same age and have always been together growing up. But one day, Yoshiki noticed that "something else" has taken Hikaru's place. Even after learning of this, Yoshiki still wants them to be together. And so, his life with the "something" that looks like his friend begins.
At the same time, strange incidents keep occurring in the village...
The Summer Hikaru Died is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 光が死んだ夏, Hikari ga Shinda Natsu, The Summer Hikaru is Dead, The Summer the Light is Dead
16. Claymore
In a world constantly haunted by demonic predators known as "Youma", the everyday life of humans is full of fear and suspicion, as these monsters easily blend into human society to hunt their hapless prey. However, in this world, there is also a mysterious organization, employing half-human, half-Youma warriors to effectively track down and kill the demons. Called "silver eyed witches" or "Claymores" after the huge Claymore swords they carry, these female warriors are eyed with suspicion and distrust by most because of their inhuman powers.
But there are many currents flowing in the shadows, from the mysterious machinations of the Claymore "Organization" and the twisted ambitions of the powerful "Abyssal Ones" to the hopes and desires of each Claymore warrior. This story follows the fate of Clare, one of the Claymore operatives as she sails deeper and deeper down the currents of conspiracies and revenge.
Note: 4 Extra chapters are included in the chapter count on this page.
Claymore has finished publishing and it has 159 Chapters. It is also Known as: CLAYMORE [クレイモア], Claymore
15. Nana
Nana Komatsu is a young woman who's endured an unending string of boyfriend problems. Moving to Tokyo, she's hoping to take control of her life and put all those messy misadventures behind her. She's looking for love and she's hoping to find it in the big city.
Nana Osaki, on the other hand, is cool, confident and focused. She swaggers into town and proceeds to kick down the doors to Tokyo's underground punk scene. She's got a dream and won't give up until she becomes Japan's No. 1 rock'n'roll superstar.
This is the story of two 20-year-old women who share the same name. Even though they come from completely different backgrounds, they somehow meet and become best friends. The world of Nana is a world exploding with sex, music, fashion, gossip and all-night parties.
Nana has finished publishing and it has 84 Chapters. It is also Known as: NANA, Nana
14. Jujutsu Kaisen 0
Yuta Okkotsu is a nervous high school student who is suffering from a serious problem—his childhood friend Rika has turned into a Curse and won't leave him alone. Since Rika is no ordinary Curse, his plight is noticed by Satoru Gojo, a teacher at Jujutsu High, a school where fledgling exorcists learn how to combat Curses. Gojo convinces Yuta to enroll, but can he learn enough in time to confront the Curse that haunts him?
Jujutsu Kaisen 0 has finished publishing and it has 4 Chapters. It is also Known as: Jujutsu Kaisen 0: Tokyo Toritsu Jujutsu Koutou Senmon Gakkou, 呪術廻戦 0 東京都立呪術高等専門学校, Tokyo Metropolitan Magic Technical School, Toritsu Jujutsu Koutou Senmon Gakkou
13. Fruits Basket
Tohru Honda is a high school freshman who is having a serious bout of misfortune. Not only was she recently orphaned with the tragedy of her mother's death, but she also has no where to live and is currently residing in a tent! However, when her luck to seems to be at its worse, she meets the Sohma family - and is invited to stay with them in exchange for taking care of the household chores.
But it isn't long before Tohru discovers the Sohmas have deep a secret. The family is cursed by the spirits of the Chinese Zodiac, and some of the children born into the Sohma family are possessed by these spirits. When possessed, they cannot be "huggled" by the opposite sex, or they transform into their respective Zodiac animal!
However, this doesn't phase Tohru, who promises to keep their secret. She continues living with them, and her grave humbleness and thankfulness never wanes. As a result, they come to be very important people in her life, and the Sohmas begin to realize how very lucky they are to have her.
Fruits Basket has finished publishing and it has 136 Chapters. It is also Known as: フルーツバスケット, Furuba
12. While You’re In Love
I actually knew the truth. «I didn’t marry my wife because I loved her.» So it’s not his fault. It was all my fault to have false expectations. «I just signed a contract with her based on needs.» Three years as his wife. I tried hard to be the right woman for him, but I couldn’t get a piece of his heart. «I didn’t know it would last this long. It’s annoying.» I was nothing to him to the extent that I was thrown away as soon as the heroine appeared. In the end, the main character was the main character and the extra was the extra. No matter how hard I try, I’m just an annoying extra. The role hasn’t changed. So it’s right for me to leave. «I’m sorry I’ve been bothering you all this time. Please be happy with her.»
While You’re In Love is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: WYIL
11. 10 years that I loved you the most
I've loved you the most for most of my life. Now I am a piece of crumpled paper in the corner you would never glimpse. I thought you would be my today and all of my tomorrows. I imagined that someday you would turn around again and stare at me with all your love. However, when our love is gone, I'll just pick a sunny afternoon with gentle wind, put on my coat and leave for good...
10 years that I loved you the most has finished publishing and it has 68 Chapters. It is also Known as: The 10 years I loved you the most, Les 10 années où je t'ai le plus aimé, Los 10 años en que más te amé, Mười năm yêu anh nhất, Os Dez Anos Que Mais Te Amei, The 10 Years that I loved you, The Decade of Deep Love, Zuì ài nǐ dì nà shí nián
10. Namjuui Eommaga Doeeobeoryeotda
I’d been stanning the hero for 3 years when I was suddenly caught red-handed by his tyrannical doting father, Duke Hades Louvremont.
“Ceaseless pursuit, expensive gifts, and now you’ve come alone all this way up north with no regard for your life…”
“I’m sorry. I have no excuse.”
“Alright, I’ve lost. Your devotion is undeniable.”
“...You think so too? Even I admit that this is the pinnacle of devotion.”
“Many women have pursued me, but none as persistently as you. I stand amazed. Let’s hold it, then. Our marriage. As soon as possible."
“Ha... Yes, I’ll accept my fate.”
Silence.
“Wait, pardon?! What?”
What did he just say?
Surely I must've misheard?
But the duke, smirking at my shocked face, gave the finishing blow.
“I said, I’ll marry you.”
Wow.
The hero’s dad has an inflated ego.
Based on the Original Webnovel by GO Eunchae
I Married the Male Lead's Dad is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: I Became the Male Lead's Mother, I Became the Hero's Mom, Me convertí en la mamá del héroe, I Became the Male Lead’s Stepmother, เมื่อฉันกลายเป็นแม่พระเอก
9. Oneesama to Watashi: Ojousama ga Isekai Tensei
Hinako, is one reincarnated from another world, she was called "the smallest giant" after she and the giant Eiris were united as sisters because they have the same goal; to find their family. Hinako searches for her sister, who could also have been reincarnated, and Eiris' siblings. However, in resolving a certain request, a gentleman from a church catches her eye, and is forced to take a risk.
A story about a young girl and a giant, two people of different race and birth, searching for their "loved ones", begins in this otherworldly fantasy of reincarnation that unites them.
My Sister and Giant: A Young Lady is Reborn in Another World. is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: お姉さまと巨人 ～お嬢さまが異世界転生～, My Sister and I, Onee-sama to Kyojin ~ Ojou-sama ga Isekai Tensei ~, お姉さまと巨人（わたし）~お嬢様が異世界転生~, The Giant's Sister - Young Lady reborn in another world, La hermana mayor y la Gigante (Yo): La señorita reencarnada en otro mundo, My Sister and Giant, My Sister and Giant ~ A Young Lady Is Reborn in Another World ~, Onee-sama to Watashi, Onee-sama to Watashi ~ Ojou-sama ga Isekai Tensei ~, The Onee-sama and the Giant, お姉さまと巨人, お姉さまと巨人（わたし）, 姐姐大人和巨人(我)～大小姐转生进入异世界～, 언니와 거인 ~아가씨가 이세계 전생~
8. Bandeusi Happy Ending
Yeon-Woo's husband died the day they ended their sham marriage. Yeon-Woo, who is swept in sorrow, is given a chance to return 100 days back in time! As she struggles to prevent the death of her husband Seon-Jae, their 'real' marriage has only just begun. This is the story of a late budding romance, faced with danger and a life at stake.
"This time, I will make sure we have a happy ending!"
Happy Ending In Need has finished publishing and it has 112 Chapters. It is also Known as: Surely a Happy Ending, Must Have a Happy Ending
7. FX Fighter Kurumi-chan
Cute girls doing risky forex trading.
Note: this entry is for the serialized version of the story.
FX Fighter Kurumi-chan is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: FX Senshi Kurumi-chan, FX戦士くるみちゃん, FX Fighter Kurumichan
6. Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Onikakushi-hen
Life couldn’t be better for Keiichi Maebara. Sure, he’s moved to a sleepy, little town where nothing happens and high school consists of a one-room schoolhouse — but his new friends and fellow students are all cute girls! When he happens upon a story about a grisly local murder, however, his contentment turns to uneasiness as he finds himself drawn into a web of silent intrigue that involves his newfound friends…and threatens his very existence.
The story of Higurashi no Naku Koro ni is divided into a total of eight chapters: four "Question" arcs and four "Answer" arcs. Each chapter keeps the same main characters, but ends in a different way. However, each chapter gives valuable answers, hints, and clues to the previous one, while at the same time bringing forth even more mysteries.
Higurashi WHEN THEY CRY: Abducted by Demons Arc has finished publishing and it has 7 Chapters. It is also Known as: ひぐらしのなく頃に 鬼隠し編, The Moment the Cicadas Cry: Demoning Away Chapter, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Onikakushihen, The Moment the Cicadas Cry Demoning Away Chapter
5. Himegoto: Juukyuusai no Seifuku
This is a story of a group of college-age people who struggle with gender and sexual identity.
Yuki (nicknamed Yoshiki) is a girl, but she is terrible at 'being feminine.' She mostly dresses like a boy and is often mistaken as one. However, she has to wear a skirt and imagine being dominated by a guy in order to masturbate.
Nagao Mikako seems young and innocent, and she uses that apparent innocence to sell her body as a fake 15-year-old. She knows her youthfulness can't last forever, but she enjoys tricking the men. Her friends have no idea of her sexual habits and believe her to be sweet and sheltered.
Aiba Kaito is a pretty good-looking guy, but he wants to be Nagao Mikako. He often dresses as a girl, picking out clothes that mimic Mikako's style. Though he's into cross-dressing, he is still attracted to women.
Will these young adults and their friends be able to handle their 'guilty secrets' and muddle their way through this confusing period of their lives?
Himegoto: Uniforms at the Age of Nineteen has finished publishing and it has 100 Chapters. It is also Known as: ヒメゴト ～十九歳の制服～, Himegoto - Uniforms at the Age of Nineteen, Secrets - Uniforms at the Age of Nineteen, HIME-GOTO: uniforms at the age of nineteen
4. Seonnyeooejeon
A fairy 'Chun Moran', who killed a woodcutter for stealing his wings and lived like a celebrity while trapped in the human world, was discovered by 'Sa Jeha', a detective in charge of a murder case in which she was involved. Meanwhile, the closer they get, the more the whereabouts of the lost wings are revealed... A story of revenge, hate, and love of a 21st-century fairy trying to regain her wings.
Seonnyeooejeon is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Extroversion of an Immortal, The Fairy Outreaching
3. The End of Goldfish Kingdom
Mikaze-chan returns home from a festival with a goldfish. She soon learns that the world isn’t fair.
The End of Goldfish Kingdom is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Kingyo Oukoku no Houkai, 金魚王国の崩壊, End of Goldfish Kingdom
2. Upshot (H)
Aimi was frustrated because her once-warm family had turned frigid. and distant. One day, her frustrations reached a boiling point.
Upshot (H) has finished publishing and it has 6 Chapters. It is also Known as: Upshot (H)
1. Sleepless Domain
In possibly the last city on earth, citizens live a relatively normal life by day. But from 10pm to 2am, deadly monsters roam the streets, and magical girls must fight to defend the citizens from grave danger. When a tragedy befalls her magical girl team, Undine is left to pick up the pieces while continuing to fight. But is this battle truly never-ending?
Sleepless Domain is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Sleepless Domain
