What is this genre all about? In Japanese culture, idols (アイドル) are media personalities in their teens and early twenties who are considered particularly cute and cuddly and who will, for a period ranging from several months to a few years, regularly appear in the mass media, e.g. as singers for J-pop groups, bit-part actors, TV personalities, models in photo spreads published in magazines, advertisements, etc.Source: wiki
We present you the list of Idol manga you should read right now.
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Top 18 Idol manga you should read right now. [2026 List]
- 18. Seiyuu Radio no Uraomote
- 17. Uri Guild Idol
- 16. Debut Mot Hamyeon Jungneun Byeong Geollim
- 15. Chika Idol wo Kage de Sasaeru Ore
- 14. Idol x Idol Story!
- 13. [Oshi no Ko]
- 12. Oneurui Hanyoireun Yeojada
- 11. Tamon-kun ima docchi!?
- 10. Classmate no Moto Idol ga, Tonikaku Kyodou Fushin nan desu.
- 9. Herami Shimai wa Docchi mo Yanderu
- 8. Giregiwa Hamkkehaneun Yeonyegye Saenghwal
- 7. Cheonjae Idol Yeonyegye Gongnyakbeop
- 6. Idol Yameru kedo Kekkon Shite Kuremasu ka!?
- 5. Idolatry
- 4. Girl Crush
- 3. Kokuminteki Idol ni Natta Osananajimi ga, Boro Apart ni Sunderu Ore no Tonari ni Hikkoshite Kita Ken
- 2. Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray
- 1. Acting Genius, Top Idol!
18. Seiyuu Radio no Uraomote
Yuuhi Yuugure and Yasumi Utatane, two high school voice actresses who just happened to attend the same school and coincidentally got placed into the same class, are the two hosts of a radio weekly program. As fellow classmates and voice actresses, they show all the listeners their great friendship! At least, on the surface. In reality, the quiet girl Chika and the gyaru Yumiko are complete opposites. And they absolutely cannot stand each other. Off air, chaos and insults erupt. On air, they're the best of friends. Just where will this tumultuous relationship lead them?
The Two Sides of Seiyuu Radio has finished publishing and it has 17 Chapters. It is also Known as: 声優ラジオのウラオモテ, Seiyuu Radio no Ura Omote
17. Uri Guild Idol
Ajin Bae suddenly dives into Dear Dane, the world’s top MMORPG, using her brother’s account—who just happens to be the master of its number one guild. Tasked with keeping her identity secret, she tries to protect his legacy, but things spiral when she’s mistaken for a creep hitting on Bloomie, a popular female player who’s secretly a male idol. Trying to clear things up, Ajin sends a video with her voice in it. But that just gets Bloomie thinking: Wait… I know this girl!
Our Guild's Idol is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Uri Guild Idol
16. Debut Mot Hamyeon Jungneun Byeong Geollim
After a night of drinking, aspiring civil servant Ryu Gunwoo passes out, only to awaken three years in the past in the body of a young man named Park Moondae. Before he can even assess the situation, he's given a mission: Debut or Die! Now, Moondae has one year to debut as an idol or face his doom. Luckily, he's able to snag a spot on the famous survival program "Idol Inc.", but with his skills so low and the competition so high, does Moondae stand a chance at becoming a shining star?
Debut or Die! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Debut or Death, If You Don't Debut, You'll Die of Sickness, デビューできないと死ぬ病気にかかってしまいました, 得了不出道就会死的病
15. Chika Idol wo Kage de Sasaeru Ore
A relationship between Natsukawa, a flashy gal-type classmate, and Kageyama, a plain and unassuming boy. Despite appearing to have no connection, Kageyama secretly receives a message from Natsukawa: “Meet me at our usual karaoke spot after school.” He joins her for a private karaoke session, where he reveals something she had asked him to prepare.
Chika Idol wo Kage de Sasaeru Ore is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 地下アイドルを影で支える俺, Underground Idol & I
14. Idol x Idol Story!
Mimi Nagisa (22 years old) is a former idol. Being told she lacked the talent, she gave up on her idol dreams and now she works part-time while attending college. However, the moment she meets the up-and-coming idol Ibuki Nanakusa, her interest is rekindled, and their lives begin to intersect with each other.
Idol x Idol Story! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: IDOL×IDOL STORY！, アイドル×アイドル ストーリー！
13. [Oshi no Ko]
![[Oshi no Ko]](https://media.kitsu.app/manga/56391/cover_image/048d161cfcba4908901a07a09a1afadc.jpg)
"In the world of showbiz, lies are weapons." Goro works as an OB-GYN in the countryside, a life far removed from the entertainment industry. Meanwhile, his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino, has begun her climb to stardom. The two meet in the "worst possible way," setting the gears of fate in motion! The amazing Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari team up to depict the world of showbiz from a completely new perspective in this shocking series!
【OSHI NO KO】 has finished publishing and it has 168 Chapters. It is also Known as: 【推しの子】, My Favorite's Child, Favorite Girl, My Idol's Child, Oshi no Ko, [Mein*Star], เกิดใหม่เป็นลูกโอชิ
12. Oneurui Hanyoireun Yeojada
Sang-Hyeon Kim has the talent and the drive to become a K-pop star—but one thing keeps holding him back: a false school bullying accusation. After countless rejections, his dream feels more distant than ever. But when the head director of a major entertainment company hands him a mysterious bath bomb that transforms him into his past-life self, he's suddenly staring at an unbelievably beautiful... woman? Sang-Hyeon's second shot at fame is about to begin—in the most unexpected way!
Who’s That Girl? is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Today's Han Yoil Is a Woman, 今天人家是女生, 反转练习生, 美少女アイドル練習生の俺、メンバーに正体がバレそうです
11. Tamon-kun ima docchi!?
Konoshita Utage is a high school girl who is a fan of the rising idol group F/ACE, specially of the sexy and wild member of the group, Fukuhara Tamon. During her job as a part-time house cleaner, Utage substituted for a sick co-worker, and found herself at Tamon's house. It's like a dream come true! Except Tamon in real life wasn't quite what she expected from her idol.
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Tamon’s B-Side is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 多聞くん今どっち!?, Tamon-kun ima docchi!?
10. Classmate no Moto Idol ga, Tonikaku Kyodou Fushin nan desu.
Saegusa, who retired from idolry when she went to high school, is good-looking and intelligent. She is always cheerful and friendly, and is the most popular person at school.
Takuya, however, knows a certain side of the highbrow Miss Saegusa.
Today, too, a suspicious-looking woman in a dubious disguise appears at the convenience store where he works part-time. She is, in all likelihood, that Saegusa-san...?
My classmate Shion Saegusa was idol. but she is unsure of behavior in front of me. is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: クラスメイトの元アイドルが、とにかく挙動不審なんです。, Classmate no Moto Idol ga, Tonikaku Kyodou Fushin nan desu.
9. Herami Shimai wa Docchi mo Yanderu
Sera, (Real Name: Herami Fukasera) is an approval-seeking girl (26 years old) who works at a maid cafe. Her younger sister, Kira, is an idol (19 years old) who is rapidly gaining popularity with her cool, and mature character. However, the real Kira only ever think of her sister and tries to cheer her up in every possible way to help her sister with her mental health and anxiety.
Herami Shimai wa Docchi mo Yanderu is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 平良深姉妹はどっちもヤんでる, Insecure Herami Sisters, The Yandere Little Sister and the Menhera Big Sister
8. Giregiwa Hamkkehaneun Yeonyegye Saenghwal
From failed idol to hailed idol!
Flop idol Yongmin dies an unfortunate death but is given a second chance at life in the body of Ian, a super hot rich kid with a voice to match. At his side, he finds Jin, a mysterious soul tasked with guiding Ian to becoming a certified star. But is it really all smooth sailing from here?
My Second Life as an Idol is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Giregiwa Hamkkehaneun Yeonyegye Saenghwal
7. Cheonjae Idol Yeonyegye Gongnyakbeop
On Haje, a once-in-a-thousand-years handsome trainee. After turning down a sponsorship offer and losing the chance to debut, He vowed never to set foot in the entertainment industry again. So why was he chosen by an idol-nurturing game system???
No money, no house, no knowledge. Haje's experienced nothing but toil and moil in this new life of his. From finding hidden talents and growing to be a respectable idol, to playing mental tug of war against the callous system and even investigating the past of the possessed character. Haje was busy running around doing this and that!
"This is no good, I'm having fun."
Que sera sera. Haje decides to just charge ahead, overcome every challenge, and attack the show business head-on. This is the genius idol's strategy to conquer the entertainment industry!
Cheonjae Idol Yeonyegye Gongnyakbeop has finished publishing and it has 40 Chapters. It is also Known as: A Genius Idol's Manual to Taking on Showbiz, Cheonjae Aidorui Yeonyegye Gongnyakbeop, Cheonjae Idol-ui Yeonyegye Gongnyakbyeop, Genius Idol's Celebrity Strategy to Stardom, Genius Idol’s Strategy to Conquer the Entertainment Industry, The Genius Idol's Celebrity Strategy, The Genius Idol’s Strategy to Stardom, 天才アイドルの芸能界攻略, Genius Idol's Celebrity Strategy, Cheonjae Aidorui Yeonyegye Gongnyakbeop
6. Idol Yameru kedo Kekkon Shite Kuremasu ka!?
Sato Itto is an ordinary salaryman who has been shy about love due to past trauma. One day, a school reunion is held for the first time in several years. While they are having a good time talking about the good old days, Hebo, a recently retired idol, suddenly shows up! Sato is upset to see Hebo, who was his first love in school. He tries to get over his feelings with the help of alcohol, even though he doesn't normally drink. But when he wakes up the next morning, he finds himself naked in the same bed with Hebo.
As Sato desperately tries to recall what happened, Hebo-san shocked him even more by saying... "Marry me!"
What will happen to this marriage between two people are absolute zeros at love?
Idol Yameru kedo Kekkon Shite Kuremasu ka!? is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: アイドル辞めるけど結婚してくれますか!?, Will You Marry Me If I Quit Being an Idol?, Will You Marry Me Because I Quit Being an Idol?
5. Idolatry
High school girl Juuna Harumi's purpose in life is to support the idol Fuwari Tsukishiro! One day, the idol group Fuwari belongs to disbands. In her despair, Juuna learns that Fuwari will be trying out for an idol audition program. There will be a total of 100 participants - in order to lead her idol to the top, Juuna decides to take part in the audition herself and work behind the scenes. This idol-otaku girl's lifelong "supporting activity" begins now!
Idolatry is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: アイドラトリィ, Idolatory, Айдол: Вызов вершине
4. Girl Crush
Momose Tenka is a first year high school student who can sing, dance, and has a killer body. She's good at everything... except love. She meets a K-pop obsessed girl named Satou Erina, and is dazzled by her earnest nature.
This is the story of two young girls dreaming of becoming K-pop idols! A heart-throbbing story about pure love!
Girl Crush is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ガールクラッシュ, Girl Crush
3. Kokuminteki Idol ni Natta Osananajimi ga, Boro Apart ni Sunderu Ore no Tonari ni Hikkoshite Kita Ken
My childhood friend, who went away 3 years ago, is now performing on TV as a popular idol. And then I found out that the person who just moved into the room next to mine is the childhood friend herself, even as I'm watching her show!
The Nationally Famous Idol, Who Turned Out to Be My Childhood Friend, Is Now My Neighbour has finished publishing and it has 15 Chapters. It is also Known as: 国民的アイドルになった幼馴染みが、ボロアパートに住んでる俺の隣に引っ越してきた件, Kokuminteki Idol ni Natta Osananajimi ga, Boro Apart ni Sunderu Ore no Tonari ni Hikkoshite Kita Ken
2. Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray
Uma Musume Cinderella Gray is a spin-off title of the Uma Musume project by Cygames. It follows Oguri Cap through her time at Kasamatsu Training Center Academy and on her journey of becoming a legendary horse girl.
Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray has finished publishing and it has 210 Chapters. It is also Known as: ウマ娘 シンデレラグレイ, Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray
1. Acting Genius, Top Idol!
Top actor Baekhyun, known as a genius in acting, encounters a miracle and returns to life before his death! However, there's no such thing as a free regression. His lifespan is limited to just thirty, with only ten years left to live. To become an actor again and to survive, he must become an 'idol'! The thrilling process of a genius actor growing into a TOP idol is revealed!
Acting Genius, Top Idol! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Acting Genius, Top Idol!
