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. Ramen Aka Neko
- 18. Kowaiyasan
- 17. It's a Cat, Adopted by a Wolf Family?
- 16. Garuru Girl
- 15. Juuou to Yakusou
- 14. Imouto wa Neko
- 13. Hapirimyeon Kkamagwiga Doeeobeoryeotda
- 12. Beastars
- 11. Murenase! Shiiton Gakuen
- 10. Donkey Kong
- 9. EAT
- 8. Taika no Risei
- 7. Tora wa Ryuu wo Mada Tabenai
- 6. Niehime to Kemono no Ou
- 5. Saboten Buddy
- 4. Pandemonium: Majutsushi no Mura
- 3. Internet Explorer
- 2. Inukei no Kareshi
- 1. Monotone Blue
19. 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
18. Kowaiyasan
Step into "The Creepy and Freaky," where fear is our commodity. Take your time, shop around, and immerse yourself in these tales of terror for as long as you please.
The Creepy and Freaky is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: こわいやさん, Kowaiyasan
17. 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
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. 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.
14. Imouto wa Neko
After losing his mother at a young age, Nekota is taken in by family friends…who happen to be a couple of human-sized walking, talking cats. Not only do his new parents have paws, tails, and furry pointed ears, but now he also has an adorable little sister, Neneko-chan! As a high schooler, he’s integrated well into their household, and his precocious adoptive sister has fully accepted him as her big brother. Whether she’s showing him things she brought home from elementary school, purrsistently asking him to play with her mouse toy, or waking him up at the same early hour every morning for breakfast, life with this charming feline family is never dull!
My Sister, The Cat has finished publishing and it has 35 Chapters. It is also Known as: 妹は猫, My Little Sister is a Cat
13. 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
12. 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
11. 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
10. Donkey Kong
Donkey Kong is an ape who happens to find a magic coconut called the Crystal Coconut, which grants wishes and is capable of answering questions asked of it. Donkey Kong is the protector of the Crystal Coconut, which is housed in Cranky Kong's Cabin. King K. Rool and his minions want to steal the Crystal Coconut from Donkey Kong and company in order to rule Kongo Bongo Island.
Donkey Kong has finished publishing and it has Chapters. It is also Known as: ドンキーコング, Donkey Kong
9. 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
8. 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
7. Tora wa Ryuu wo Mada Tabenai
In a distant place, on a certain mountain, a young dragon has been captured by a beautiful female tiger. The two, who were prey and predator, begin a journey to find a way for two animals with very different life spans to live by each other's sides.
The Tiger Won't Eat the Dragon Yet. is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 虎は龍をまだ喰べない。, The Tiger Still Don't Eat the Dragon, Tora wa Ryuu o Mada Tabenai, 龙是虎的储备粮。, 호랑이는 용을 아직 먹지 않는다
6. 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
5. Saboten Buddy
A lawless wasteland known as the Choya Desert was created by a past war. Romeo Rubin, a lone mercenary who's made a name for himself in this harsh land, finds an unexpected new sidekick—a cactus?!
Cactus Sidekick has finished publishing and it has 1 Chapters. It is also Known as: サボテンバディ, Saboten Buddy
4. Pandemonium: Majutsushi no Mura
A man who travels carrying a box on his shoulders, Zipher. When he collapsed exhausted, it was the inhabitant of a certain village, Domika, who rescued him. Against the opposition of other villagers, she lent her hand to him; but this village hides a big secret...!?
Pandemonium: Majutsushi no Mura has finished publishing and it has 12 Chapters. It is also Known as: Pandemonium -魔術師の村-, Pandemonium: Wizard Village
3. 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
2. Inukei no Kareshi
Kentarou is a gruff and stoic dogman who can't help but wag his tail whenever he sees his boyfriend, Inukai. Despite his stern exterior, he's an affectionate and doting boyfriend. Along with coworker Nekomiya and his feline boyfriend Shimada, Kentarou and Inukai enjoy days filled with sappy partners and heaps of affection!
My Boyfriend Is a Dog is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 犬系の彼氏, Inukei no Kareshi
1. 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
