What is this genre all about? Anthropomorphism is the attribution of uniquely human characteristics to non-human beings, inanimate objects, or natural or supernatural phenomena. If it's an animal or an object (AI excluded) and it speaks and/or does other human-like things (dresses up) then we're dealing with anthropomorphism.
We present you the list of Anthropomorphism manga you should read right now.
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Top 19 Anthropomorphism manga you should read right now. [2025 List]
- 19. Hapirimyeon Kkamagwiga Doeeobeoryeotda
- 18. It's a Cat, Adopted by a Wolf Family?
- 17. Beastars
- 16. Garuru Girl
- 15. Ramen Aka Neko
- 14. Juuou to Yakusou
- 13. Wizdoms no Kemono-tachi
- 12. Taika no Risei
- 11. Monotone Blue
- 10. Keyman: The Hand of Judgement
- 9. Murenase! Shiiton Gakuen
- 8. EAT
- 7. Uchi no Neko ga Onnanoko de Kawaii
- 6. Shirokuma Tensei: Mori no Shugoshin ni Natta zo Densetsu
- 5. Internet Explorer
- 4. Jungle Taitei
- 3. Mad Chimera World
- 2. Niehime to Kemono no Ou
- 1. Odekake Kozame
19. Hapirimyeon Kkamagwiga Doeeobeoryeotda
Life is about survival of the fittest... But what do you do when you're reborn as a crow? Find someone big and strong to take you in, of course! After saving Prince Camute's life, Rainelle is brought to the imperial palace to live as his pet. However, just as she believes she's set to live a life of comfort, she finds herself caught at the center of a dangerous power struggle between Prince Camute and his brother. Now that her survival depends on his, will Rainelle find a way to help her prince?
Note: Chapter count includes a 12-chapter side story
The Crow's Prince has finished publishing and it has 107 Chapters. It is also Known as: Of all things, I Became a Crow., I Have Become a Crow, ทำไมฉันต้องกลายเป็นอีกา, よりによってカラスになってしまった
18. It's a Cat, Adopted by a Wolf Family?
Kittia, an orphaned kitten. The world is too scary for a kitten to be alone! Using her tricks, Kittia heads into wolf territory. "Hello? I'm Kittia, and I'm a brave wolf even though I look a bit young!" “…That's definitely a wolf."
It's a Cat, Adopted by a Wolf Family? is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: You're a Cat, But You've Been Adopted by a Wolf Family?, 猫なのにオオカミ一家の養子になりました
17. Beastars
One night at Cherryton Academy, an herbivore student is brutally murdered. Among the members of the Drama Club, the herbivores’ suspicions naturally turn to their carnivore classmates… The prime suspect? Gray wolf Legoshi. But he wouldn’t hurt a fly. Or would he? Will dwarf rabbit Haru bring out the beast in him? Or are his feelings for her…something else?
Notes:
- Winner of the 11th Manga Taisho Award in 2018.
- Winner of the 42nd Kodansha Manga Award in the Shounen Category in 2018.
- Winner of the New Face Award from the 21st Japan Media Arts Festival Awards in 2018.
- Winner of the New Creator Prize of the 22nd Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2018.
Beastars has finished publishing and it has 196 Chapters. It is also Known as: BEASTARS, Beastars
16. Garuru Girl
Mochizuki is reunited with his first love, Kawarashi, when he enters high school. Unlike the mischievous tomboy he used to know, Kawarashi has grown into a ladylike beauty, but their close relationship hasn't changed. But when school started, Mochizuki has trouble even approaching the popular Kawarashi, until an incident leads him to discover her "secret"...? An inter-species romantic comedy between an ordinary boy and a wolf girl!
Garuru Girl is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ガルルガール, Garuru Girl
15. Ramen Aka Neko
Meet Tamako, who’s found her way into an interview at a ramen shop run solely by cats. When the feline manager asks if she likes cats, Tamako admits that she’s actually more of a dog person...only to be hired on the spot! But her job description isn’t quite what she expects — rather than serving ramen, she’s now a dedicated cat caretaker...?!
Red Cat Ramen is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ラーメン赤猫, Ramen Aka Neko
14. Juuou to Yakusou
"Defeat these monsters, take their loot, and go deeper to find even more treasure!" With that lofty dream in mind, an adventurer named Tina goes exploring in a dungeon... only to be severely injured. But she was saved by the Beast King Gallon, who was supposed to have been slain by the former hero!
Beast King & Medicinal Herb is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 獣王と薬草, Король зверей и лекарственные травы.
13. Wizdoms no Kemono-tachi
Hidden away deep within the woods, far from the prying eyes of the world, lies the Wizdom's School of Wizarding. There beasts of all kinds gather to live, to learn, and to love. From everyday animals to fantastical creatures, these BL stories are told with a realistic and light-hearted touch.
The Wize Wize Beasts of the Wizarding Wizdoms has finished publishing and it has 8 Chapters. It is also Known as: ウィズダムズのけものたち, Wizdoms
12. Taika no Risei
As birth rates decline, in an effort to increase the total population of Japan, the country has implemented... a pet-humanism policy...?
As more and more owners "humanize" their pets--having them become members of society--Japan begins to experience a hike in economic growth, as well as in increase in crimes committed by these "dogmen" and "catmen"...
In the midst of such social unrest, what could possibly be of bigger concern to one cynical high school girl named Ao...?
The Whys and Wherefores of Taika is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: タイカの理性, Taika no Risei
11. Monotone Blue
Hachi the cat finds most things monotonous, but at the top of his list is high school and all that comes with it. But when Aoi the lizard–a quiet, high-achieving transfer student–arrives, Hachi catches a glimpse of a brighter, more colorful life. If Hachi can help Aoi open up, unlocking new feelings in the process, maybe his life won’t be so bland, after all.
Monotone Blue has finished publishing and it has 9 Chapters. It is also Known as: モノトーン・ブルー, Monotone Blue
10. Keyman: The Hand of Judgement
Keyman is the resident hero of Rockville City, a place inhabited by both humans and animal people. In the years since his debut as a hero, crime has decreased significantly, which does not look all that great for the local police force. But one day, after he catches yet another group of criminals, Keyman is mysteriously murdered. Detective Alex and his police force are investigating the murder, and one of their major clues is the words "Dr. Necro," which were carved onto Keyman's body after his death. Their case gets even stranger when Alex unexpectedly meets "Dr. Necro," who appears to be a young girl, in a bar. What monster could be behind the murder of Keyman, and what does the childlike Dr. Necro have to do with it all?
Included one-shot:
Volume 2: Sonshi ga Ikusa
Keyman: The Hand of Judgement has finished publishing and it has 67 Chapters. It is also Known as: KEYMAN -THE HAND OF JUDMENT-, Sonshi ga Ikusa
9. Murenase! Shiiton Gakuen
Seton Academy, a school full of animals where, thanks to population decline, there are fewer humans than any other creature. Mazama Jin, an animal hater and the only human male in his class, falls in love with Hino Hitomi, the only female human, the moment he lays eyes her. However he soon finds himself entangled with various other creatures after he reluctantly joins the 'pack' of Lanka the wolf, the only other member of her pack.
Come Together! Seton Academy has finished publishing and it has 153 Chapters. It is also Known as: 群れなせ！シートン学園, Do not flock! Seongnese Academy, Murenase! Seton Gakuen, Come Together! to the Seton Academy
8. EAT
A tale about a prim and proper teacher losing control of a desire he's pushed down into the depths of his soul.
EAT is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: EAT
7. Uchi no Neko ga Onnanoko de Kawaii
For some reason, our cat "Kinako", became a cute girl with cat ears!? The heartwarming story of the playful Kinako and her owner's daily life is really good!
Uchi no Neko ga Onnanoko de Kawaii is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: うちのねこが女の子でかわいい, My Cat's Cute as a Girl, The Cat Came to My House!, My Cat Is a Kawaii Girl, うちに猫がやってきた！, Uchi ni Neko ga Yattekita!, 我家的猫猫是可爱的女孩子
6. Shirokuma Tensei: Mori no Shugoshin ni Natta zo Densetsu
After dying in a mountain climbing accident, a 28-year-old man finds that he is reincarnated in an alternate world... AS A POLAR BEAR.
After taking a PAWS to get acquainted with his new body, the MC soon learns that he can fight better than aKUMA from Street Fighter after he BEARs witness to a beast girl being hunted by the army and gets ARCTICked off. The question is: is this new life a blessing, or a cURSUS MARITIMUS?
Shirokuma Tensei: Mori no Shugoshin ni Natta zo Densetsu is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: シロクマ転生 森の守護神になったぞ伝説, Shirokuma Tensei: Mori no Shugoshin ni Natta zo Densetsu, シロクマ転生 森の守護神になったぞ伝説, Reincarnation of White Bear - I Became the Legendary Guardian Deity of the Sacred Forest, Polar Bear Isekai, Reincarnation of White Bear: I Became the Legendary Guardian Deity of the Sacred Forest
5. Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer is a web browser who isn't as popular as she used to be.
Internet Explorer is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Internet Explorer
4. Jungle Taitei
Africa, mid-20th century: In the face of the encroachment of mankind, a white lion, Caesar, seeks to give all wild animals a safe haven, free from fear. And, to a very large degree, he is successful. His mistake is to liberate the cattle from nearby villages.
A professional hunter, Viper Snakely, known as Ham Egg in the original Japanese, is called in to stop these raids. He avoids directly attacking Caesar — instead, Snakely records the sounds of Caesar and uses that as bait to trap his mate, Snowene, who then becomes bait in a trap for Caesar. Caesar is killed, and the pregnant Snowene is shipped overseas, destined for a zoo.
Kimba is born on the ship. Snowene teaches him his father's ideals. As a huge storm approaches, she urges Kimba out to leave through the bars of her cage. The storm wrecks the ship, leaving Kimba floundering in the ocean. The fish help him to survive and learn to swim. As he begins to despair, the stars in the sky form his mother, and she encourages him with loving guidance. Guided by butterflies, Kimba makes it back to land.
Kimba lands far from his ancestral home and is found and cared for by some people. Kimba learns the advantages of human culture, and he makes up his mind that when he returns to his wild home he will bring civilized culture to the jungle and stand for peace like his father.
The show follows Kimba's life after he returns to the wild (still a young cub) and shows his learning and growing during the next year. One thing Kimba soon learns is that true peace will require communication and mutual understanding between the animals and humans.
Kimba, the white Lion has finished publishing and it has 23 Chapters. It is also Known as: ジャングル大帝, Jungle Emperor
3. Mad Chimera World
Set in a ruined world full of chimerical creatures, where female creatures eat males. Two creatures explore the land: Usagi, the elder sister, protects her brother Mitsuki, a curious chronicler who knows much about the ancient world for having read a multitude of books.
Mad Chimera World has finished publishing and it has 21 Chapters. It is also Known as: マッドキメラワールド, 疯狂奇美拉世界
2. Niehime to Kemono no Ou
Saliphie, the 99th sacrifice to the terrifying demon king, learns two secrets about the king: The first, that he has been letting the sacrifices go in secret. The second, that half of his blood is that of a human. She gets to know the king's kindness and sorrow, and then it's announced that the king has taken Saliphie, who wishes to become a source of energy for the king, as his queen, and...?
Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 贄姫と獣の王, Princess of the Sacrifice & King of the Beast, Princess of the sacrifice & King of the beast
1. Odekake Kozame
The adventures of a baby shark in nostalgia-filled Yauo Town.
Whether it's cider on a summer day, freeze pops, radio calisthenics, festival stalls, or hanging out with friends, the world sparkles when reflected in the eyes of the baby shark.
Odekake Kozame is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: おでかけ子ザメ, Little Shark's Outings
