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Top 20 China manga you should read right now. [2026 List]
- 20. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
- 19. Wo Shi Han Sanqian
- 18. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
- 17. Shin Chuuka Ichiban!
- 16. Kowloon Generic Romance
- 15. Here U Are
- 14. The Villain’s White Lotus Halo
- 13. Incoming Mr High Energy
- 12. Soulmate
- 11. Island of Swords and Devils
- 10. Jian Ge Xiaohua Zuo Laopo
- 9. Hugugongnyak
- 8. Banquet With Deer Crying
- 7. Koutei Heika no Osewagakari: Jokan Kurashi ga Shiawase Sugite Koukyuu Kara Deraremasen
- 6. Seikei Bijin no Youkihi Tensei
- 5. There Goes Your Cover Again, Your Highness
- 4. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Maomao no Koukyuu Nazotoki Techou
- 3. Rebirth of the Majestic Wife
- 2. Zai Du Yu Ni
- 1. Villain Girl's Punishment Game
20. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
In the imperial court, a young woman is put into servitude, Maomao. The tale is just beginning for the woman doctor/pharmacist from the red-light district, as rumors circulate about the emperor's children's lives being short-lived. Her curious nature and thirst for knowledge pushes her to action. To satisfy her curiosity, this young doctor/pharmacist will investigate the origin! What is shifting in the imperial court..!?
The Apothecary Diaries is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 薬屋のひとりごと, The Pharmacist's Monologue, The Pharmacist's Soliloquies, Drugstore Soliloquy
19. Wo Shi Han Sanqian
Han Sanqian has been married into the Su clan for three years, but he was called a trash son-in-law and treated like a doormat by the other relatives. In order to protect his wife Su Yingxia from further humiliation, Han Sanqian worked secretly to become a super son-in-law in preparation for some payback.
Counterattack of the Superrich House Husband has finished publishing and it has 120 Chapters. It is also Known as: I Am Han Sanqian
18. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
In the East is a land ruled by an emperor, whose consorts and serving women live in a sprawling complex known as the hougong, the rear palace. Maomao, an unassuming girl raised in an unassuming town by her apothecary father, never imagined the rear palace would have anything to do with her—until she was kidnapped and sold into service there.Though she looks ordinary, Maomao has a quick wit, a sharp mind, and an extensive knowledge of medicine. That's her secret, until she encounters a resident of the palace at least as perceptive as she is: the head eunuch, Jinshi. He sees through Maomao's façade and makes her a lady-in-waiting to none other than the Emperor's favorite consort... so she can taste the lady's food for poison!
The Apothecary Diaries is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 薬屋のひとりごと, The Pharmacist's Monologue
17. Shin Chuuka Ichiban!
After the death of Mao's mother, who was called the "Fairy of Cuisine", Mao must strive to become a legendary chef himself, in order to take the title as head chef at his mother's restaurant. To do this, he must travel across China to learn the many ways of cooking. During his journey, he meets great friends and also fierce rivals.
Shin Chuuka Ichiban! has finished publishing and it has 108 Chapters. It is also Known as: 真・中華一番！, Shin Chuuka Ichiban!
16. Kowloon Generic Romance
Welcome to Kowloon Walled City: a dystopian townscape where the people are brimming with nostalgia, and where the past, present, and future converge. Amid the hidden emotions and extraordinary daily lives of the men and women working in its confines, a tale of romance begins to unfold for real estate agent Reiko Kujirai—one that feels as familiar as Kowloon itself…
Note:
- Nominated for the 14th Manga Taisho Award in 2021.
- Nominated for the 6th Tsugimanga Award in the Print Manga Category in 2020.
Kowloon Generic Romance has finished publishing and it has 108 Chapters. It is also Known as: 九龍ジェネリックロマンス, Kyuuryuu Generic Romance, Kūron Generic Romance
15. Here U Are
Receiving the newcomers is a task for Yu Yang, and he ends up helping the unsociable and towering Li Huan, the kind of person that does everything to be disliked. But after better knowing each other, he discovers that the giant isn't that bad of a person at all...
Note: Includes 20 extra chapters.
Here U Are has finished publishing and it has 157 Chapters. It is also Known as: You are here, You're here
14. The Villain’s White Lotus Halo
Yin BiYue has made the worst purchase ever. After transmigrating countless times into the bodies of canon fodder villains, he buys a ‘Fiend Halo’ from the Rebirth Company, supposedly the best aid for an up and coming final BOSS!
He’s ecstatic to finally get a villainous role where he won’t die after just a few lines, if any at all, and is raring to become the best opponent a protagonist will have… However, why was everyone looking at him with pitying eyes? Why was the protagonist rushing over to help him get out of his crimes? Most importantly, why was his ‘Fiend Halo’ just making things worse?!
Meanwhile, the intern salesperson at the Rebirth Company discovers that he might have accidentally sold a prototype White Lotus Halo to a certain villain…
The Villain’s White Lotus Halo has finished publishing and it has 119 Chapters. It is also Known as: The Villain’s White Lotus Halo
13. Incoming Mr High Energy
After a catastrophe, the biggest trouble facing humans is energy shortage! A brand new profession was thus born, controlling various elements such as iron, copper, phosphorus, gold, silicon, and carbon, they are the strongest combat power in the world. Restarting a powerful system, the youth began to be accompanied by compulsive tasks again and again! Challenging missions full of danger time and time again, he gradually became stronger, and went further and further on the road to a great demon
Incoming Mr High Energy is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 高能襲来, Kounou Shuurai, 흙수저, 시스템에게 선택받다, High Energy Strikes, Gao Neng Strikes, High-Energy Strikes
12. Soulmate
Qi closed her eyes and fell asleep in the warm embrace of her girlfriend Yuanzi… only to wake up 10 years in the past! Now back in high school, Qi sees this as the chance to save the love of her life from becoming terminally ill. But little does she know that her teenage self is in her adult body, with no clue about the life she's built and the precious time she has left with Yuanzi. Throughout it all, with each other by their side, can their love conquer every obstacle, in any timeline?
Soulmate has finished publishing and it has 40 Chapters. It is also Known as: Soulmate
11. Island of Swords and Devils
When the war between the Justice Alliance and the Heavenly Demon Coalition, known as The Great Demon War, was at its peak, Sim Ho lived in the peaceful village of Baekriju.
At the age of twelve, he had caught up in Jegal Hwi's plot to take over Baekriju and was dragged to The Cheonil Plain, the war's frontline. In the midst of a desperate battle, he encounters Black Ox Fighters, and they save his life. He is then assigned to their group and thus begins the arduous journey to learn martial arts so that he can grow into a powerful warrior and return home to Baekriju…!
Island of Swords and Devils has finished publishing and it has 70 Chapters. It is also Known as: Geommado, Geomma Island, Sword Demon Island, The Devil Swordsman's Island, 劍魔島, 검마도
10. Jian Ge Xiaohua Zuo Laopo
A vet returns to school after his military tours, only to find himself involved in the trouble of many girls. Qian yilan, the most adored goddess on campus, known for her wisdom and pride; Zhen Wei, a gentle and brave campus sweetheart who directly confessed to our MC; Song Daiying, a hot lady trying to charm her way into our MC's heart; Liu Mei, an adorkable yet mysterious student who seems to pretend to be silly; And Ms. Jun, who accidentally shares a flat with our MC.
"Seems like my civilian life is as complicated as my past missions..."
Wife is School Goddess has finished publishing and it has 456 Chapters. It is also Known as: Jiǎn gè xiàohuā zuò lǎopó, Pick a School Flower to Be a Wife, Pick Your Campus Queen, Pick Up the Prettiest Girl, Jian Ge Xiao Hua Zuo Lao Po
9. Hugugongnyak
At first, Yona gave some major side-eye to the popular game "Concubine Walkthrough" until she got sucked into it—literally! Now stuck as the villain, she has her hands full facing the infamously cruel emperor, shaking off scheming concubines, and befriending NPCs. There’s only one way the Game Master will let her out and that’s to become the Empress! Will she be able to stay true to her honest and straightforward self despite the palace’s intrigues? One extra problem: she’s got competition...
Source: Tapas
Concubine Walkthrough has finished publishing and it has 130 Chapters. It is also Known as: Royal Game
8. Banquet With Deer Crying
Inside a certain luxurious building, human desire runs wild, and justice is almost nonexistent. Courtesan Su You receives a visitor, who offers a large sum to buy her freedom, and even claims that she knows the future, hoping that Su You will lend her a hand and save the world.
Banquet With Deer Crying has finished publishing and it has 24 Chapters. It is also Known as: Lu Ming Banquet, Lu Ming Feast, Lù Míng Yàn
7. Koutei Heika no Osewagakari: Jokan Kurashi ga Shiawase Sugite Koukyuu Kara Deraremasen
Linfeng, the daughter of the esteemed Chancellor of the Right, participates as a candidate in a ceremony to select the five-year-old Emperor's wife. However, when she shows her prowess in both handling children and playing the erhu, it captures the attention of Canglian, the highest-ranking regent. Now Linfeng unexpectedly finds herself working in the inner palace looking after the young emperor as a novice lady-in-waiting instead?!
The Emperor's Caretaker: I'm Too Happy Living as a Lady-in-Waiting to Leave the Palace is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 皇帝陛下のお世話係〜女官暮らしが幸せすぎて後宮から出られません〜, Koutei Heika no Osewagakari: Jokan Kurashi ga Shiawase Sugite Koukyuu Kara Deraremasen
6. Seikei Bijin no Youkihi Tensei
PeopIe have never been kind about Mikiko's looks. ln an effort to change that, she gets plastic surgery and transforms into a woman of unrivaled beauty, but is killed in an accident the same day. She wakes up in the Tang Dynasty of ancient times, taking over the life of legendary concubine, Yang Guifei, who had just been assassinated by Consort Wu Huifei, a villain who intends to make herself and the emperor's son, Shou Wang, successors to the throne. Yang Guifei was later named one Of the Three Beauties of the World and in historical fact, although she was once married to Shou Wang, Yang Guifei becomes Emperor Xuanzong's beloved consort. However, Mikiko, who replaces Yang Guifei, finds herself confronting the power struggles of the inner palace and the hidden romance between her and the "fake emperor" Shou Wang, something buried in the depths of history.
Becoming The Legendary Concubine is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 整形美人の楊貴妃転生, Seikei Bijin no Youkihi Tensei
5. There Goes Your Cover Again, Your Highness
While under the cover identity "Murong Yan," the crown prince became smitten with the palace guard, Gu Lang, after a fated encounter. The two had to part ways after "Murong Yan" died, but the crown prince couldn't resist trying to get close to his beloved once again... this time under a different cover identity.
There Goes Your Cover Again, Your Highness has finished publishing and it has 67 Chapters. It is also Known as: Mi amado visita mi tumba, My Beloved Visits My Grave, My Love Comes to See the Grass on my Grave, Taizi Dianxia Ni De Majia You Diaole, Tàizǐ Diànxià Nǐ De Mǎjiǎ Yòu Diàole, Your Highness the Crown Prince, Your Mask Has Dropped Again, Your Highness, Your Mask Has Fallen Again, Your Royal Highness, Please Dress Up Your Clothes, Your Royal Highness, Your Vest Is off Again, 太子殿下你的马甲又掉了, 心上人来看我的坟头草
4. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Maomao no Koukyuu Nazotoki Techou
In the imperial court, a young woman is put into servitude, Maomao. The tale is just beginning for the woman doctor/pharmacist from the red-light district, as rumors circulate about the emperor's children's lives being short-lived. Her curious nature and thirst for knowledge pushes her to action. To satisfy her curiosity, this young doctor/pharmacist will investigate the origin! What is shifting in the imperial court..!?
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Maomao no Koukyuu Nazotoki Techou is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 薬屋のひとりごと 猫猫の後宮謎解き手帳, Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Maomao no Koukyuu Nazotoki Techou
3. Rebirth of the Majestic Wife
Ling Lu helped her boyfriend Xia Chengye build his business over the years, but after he found success, he had her killed in a fake car accident. After she died full of despair, she found herself waking up in the body of the heiress Su Zibao. She decided to take advantage of her new body as Su Zibao to marry the man Pei Yi, and carry out her revenge.
Rebirth of the Majestic Wife has finished publishing and it has 52 Chapters. It is also Known as: Chong Sheng Gui Qi Zhi Hua Li De Fu Chou
2. Zai Du Yu Ni
Two persons who missed their chance to be together in high school because of some misunderstandings return to teach at their old school after graduating from university. After seven years, however, the male lead doesn't realize that the female teacher standing before his eyes is the girl from back then! The two-faced male maths teacher and the stern female gym teacher meet again. Even though some things may stay the same, the people themselves have changed. Can the feelings that died back then return once more? The secrets from their senior year of high school are slowly revealed...
Source: MU
Once More has finished publishing and it has 150 Chapters. It is also Known as: Again With You
1. Villain Girl's Punishment Game
Considering herself to be a badass villain, Xiao Yixin doesn’t have the slightest interest in seeking redemption—not even when she’s in hell being sentenced.
“You are sentenced to be a good person in your next life. Now go and serve your term.”
This is how she ends up on the good men’s side and get her “good man”.
“Please don’t be mistaken! I…I…quenched the fire in your body just to complete my mission! There’s nothing unprofessional between us!”
Villain Girl's Punishment Game has finished publishing and it has 114 Chapters. It is also Known as: Bad Girl's Punishment Games
