What is this genre all about? Reverse harem, or sometimes also male harem, is the common name for the gender-reversed version of the usual harem genre. In a reverse harem, instead of the usual situation with several female characters focused on one male character, the viewer sees several male characters surrounding a single female character. Aside from the swapping of the characters' genders, the trope's details are mostly the same, with the majority of the changes relating to the differences in behavior between men and women of the characters' age range. The most notable exception is that, due to the most relevant characteristics of the trope's fan base, reverse harem authors tend to go for bishounen looks. Though they are also exceptions to the common harem genre, harems with homosexual relationships are not covered by reverse harem.
We present you the list of Reverse Harem manga you should read right now.
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Top 18 Reverse Harem manga you should read right now. [2026 List]
- 18. Maou-sama wa Gyaku Harem ga Kirai
- 17. Makjangdeuramae Gatyeobeoryeotda
- 16. Gyeolhon Jangsa
- 15. Geunomui Yeodae
- 14. Black Madougushi Guild wo Tsuihousareta Watashi, Oukyuu Majutsushi Toshite Hirowareru: White na Kyuutei de, Shiawase na Shin Seikatsu wo Hajimemasu!
- 13. Namjuneun Jeongjunghi Sayanghagessseubnida!
- 12. Beware of the Villainess!
- 11. Beorimbadeun Wangnyeoui Eunmilhan Chimsil
- 10. Otome Game no Hametsu Flag shika Nai Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei shiteshimatta...
- 9. Fruits Basket
- 8. Gajja Seongnyeoinde Sindeuri Jipchakanda
- 7. Empress's Harem
- 6. Toymaker Tria's Tyrant Problem
- 5. Dear Anonymous Benefactor
- 4. Ouran Koukou Host Club
- 3. Shuumatsu no Harem: Britannia Lumiere
- 2. Distancia ~ The Untouchable One ~
- 1. Watashi ga Motete Dousunda
18. Maou-sama wa Gyaku Harem ga Kirai
After nine thousand years in the demon realm, Horang Baek returns to Earth as the Demon Lord and reunites with her only surviving family member. Time amongst demons taught her to act swiftly without mercy, but looking monstrous to her brother scares her more than death. As Horang reacquaints herself with earthly customs, she finds one thing hasn’t changed–random guys throwing themselves at her. And if she thinks any left behind in the demon realm are history, she’s in for a surprise.
No Reverse Harem for the Demon Lord is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 魔王様は逆ハーレムが嫌い, 마왕님은 역하렘이 싫다, The Demon Lord Hates Reverse Harem
17. Makjangdeuramae Gatyeobeoryeotda
After a life of hardship as an orphan, Jia Han finally achieves the dream of homeownership... only to have her moment of jubilation cruelly cut short. While indulging in her guilty pleasure--a riveting soap opera--she experiences a sudden, piercing chest pain and meets an untimely demise. But when she wakes up, she finds herself not in the afterlife, but within the very drama she was watching and as none other than its villainess! In a realm where a glance sparks a scandal and a step triggers a landmine of emotions, what fate lies ahead for Jia?
Trapped in a Soap Opera is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: I'm Stuck in a Crazy Drama, I'm Trapped in a Drama, I'm Trapped in a Terrible Drama, 我被困在了狗血剧里, 狗血劇反派的宿命
16. Gyeolhon Jangsa
Bianca de Arno was a ruthless countess in the Kingdom of Sevran, infamous for being a wicked and selfish wife. While her husband, Count Zachary de Arno, bravely risked his life out on the battlefield, she sat at home and spent his money. It wasn’t until her final day that Bianca realized the error of her ways. Before she dies, Bianca prays for a second chance, swearing she will do better, and wakes up in her 19-year-old body. With her second chance, Bianca starts to see everything in a new light… starting with her husband.
Note: chapter count includes 46 side stories.
Gyeolhon Jangsa has finished publishing and it has 141 Chapters. It is also Known as: Marriage of Convenience, The Marriage Business
15. Geunomui Yeodae
A school filled with women! But wait... Do they really think I'm a girl too?!
His Women's University has finished publishing and it has 175 Chapters. It is also Known as: Geunomui Yeodae
14. Black Madougushi Guild wo Tsuihousareta Watashi, Oukyuu Majutsushi Toshite Hirowareru: White na Kyuutei de, Shiawase na Shin Seikatsu wo Hajimemasu!
The young girl Noel is suddenly fired from her job as a magical artificer at the Mages Guild. Feeling disappointed, Noel is suddenly approached by Luke, her former rival at school, who invites her join him at the royal palace. In a record-breaking appointment, he chooses Noel to become his partner as Court Magicians. However, there are plenty of stubborn naysayers in the palace who don't believe in her power... But Noel will overcame every challenge with her talent, effort, help from her friends, and her love for magic!
Noel, a commoner who loves magic, and Luke, the future head of a noble family, are two young geniuses who will create a whirlwind in the kingdom!
My Magical Career at Court: Living the Dream After My Nightmare Boss Fired Me from the Mages' Guild! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ブラック魔道具師ギルドを追放された私、王宮魔術師として拾われる ～ホワイトな宮廷で、幸せな新生活を始めます!～, Black Madougushi Guild wo Tsuihousareta Watashi, Oukyuu Majutsushi Toshite Hirowareru: White na Kyuutei de, Shiawase na Shin Seikatsu wo Hajimemasu!
13. Namjuneun Jeongjunghi Sayanghagessseubnida!
A girl obsessed with a novel suddenly finds herself transported into the thick of the plot. The problem is, she has taken on the role of the villain in the story. And she knows how this ends…it’s off with her head! Maybe she’ll just let this play out and wake up back in reality… But after a few too many deaths to no avail, it’s finally time to go off-script. She's going to have a little fun with this tale. She’s made up her mind…to live!
I'm No Heroine! has finished publishing and it has 80 Chapters. It is also Known as: I Will Politely Decline The Male Lead!
12. Beware of the Villainess!
A refreshing, unique villainess who's been dropped in the world of a novel, only to overthrow it all! The reason why? She couldn't just stand by and watch the female lead be manipulated by all four shitty male leads. The story of a villainess, who intends to throw out all the jackasses, and a wolf that only yearns for her!
Beware of the Villainess! has finished publishing and it has 128 Chapters. It is also Known as: Gare à la vilaine!, その悪女に気をつけてください, 小心那个恶女！, 恶毒女配今天不营业, ระวังไว้ ยัยตัวร้ายกำลังมา
11. Beorimbadeun Wangnyeoui Eunmilhan Chimsil
Princess Llewelyn, who was once an outstanding princess but now miserably abandoned. An ugly curse is placed upon her with no one to protect her.
It is a curse that make her lust for men.
In order to stop her curse, Llewelyn opens her bedroom...
Four men are entangled with the abandoned princess.
Will the truth of the curse be revealed? And who will be the man who will end up with her?
Beorimbadeun Wangnyeoui Eunmilhan Chimsil is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: The Abandoned Princess' Secret Bedroom, The Abandoned Princess’ Secret Room, The Secret Bedroom of the Forsaken Princess
10. Otome Game no Hametsu Flag shika Nai Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei shiteshimatta...
I recovered my past memories when I was hit on the head by a rock. I am Katarina Claes, the eight year old daughter of the duke. In a feverish nightmare, in which the prince’s fiancee was determined, I have realized that this is the otome game from the previous life. Also, I have turned into the villainess that interfered with the romance of the capture targets… If the heroine got a happy end, I would be exiled, while if she got a bad end, I would be killed by the capture target… I have no happy end!? Why is it only bad!? Somehow I have to avoid the destruction end, and reach old age peacefully!!
I Reincarnated into an Otome Game as a Villainess With Only Destruction Flags… is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 乙女ゲームの破滅フラグしかない悪役令嬢に転生してしまった…, Destruction Flag Noble Girl Villainess, Destruction Flag Otome, I Reincarnated into an Otome Game as a Villainess With Only Destruction Flags…
9. 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
8. Gajja Seongnyeoinde Sindeuri Jipchakanda
I reincarnated into the world of a novel, specifically into the body of Arielle, a fake "saintess" destined to die once the real saintess appears in five years. However, if I play my cards right and save the monthly allowance I receive for acting as the saintess, I should at the very least be able to buy a building and live comfortably as a landlord!
But while I was carefully setting up a plan to run away once my role as the fake saintess is finished…
“Choose me, or else…” - the Crown Prince and supreme Swordmaster of the Ylide Empire, Kyle Alexis Ylide.
“I prepared a prison just for you. My goddess—” - the beautiful and cunning High Priest and my employer, Reyhaus de El.
“…” - the expressionless and hard-to-read owner of the Lloyd Merchant Guild, Cass Lloyd.
Why are the three male leads acting differently than I expected??
[The bored Eternal Gods are becoming interested after watching you.] And apparently, I unexpectedly arose the interest of the Gods!?
On top of that, the final boss who was planning on destroying the world isn’t killing me but rather helping me…? I have no interest in gaining the interest of the Gods or destroying the world! So please just let me become a landlord as I wanted—!
The Beloved Fake Saint is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: I'm a Fake Saintess but the Gods Are Obsessed, ฉันเป็นนักบุญเก๊ที่ทวยเทพคลั่งไคล้, 眾神迷戀的冒牌聖女
7. Empress's Harem
Super sweet and super-sand sculptured female statue against the harem! I often hear: "Three princes and three princesses! Your puppets are fighting again!" The overbearing female CEO traversed to the world of female honors and woke up with seven husbands.
Empress's Harem has finished publishing and it has 493 Chapters. It is also Known as: Queen's Palace, El Harem De Una Princesa, 女帝多蓝颜
6. Toymaker Tria's Tyrant Problem
As the ordinary owner of a toy workshop, Tria spent her days struggling to pay off a mountain of debt with the help of Shadie, her trusty shadow friend. Luckily for her, a mysterious, half-dead client shows up one day, offering a jaw-dropping amount of money to make an expensive toy. Despite being wary of the man and his circumstances, Tria accepts the commission. But it doesn't take long for her to realize that this dictatorial client is just one of the many tyrants that will plague her shop...
Toymaker Tria's Tyrant Problem is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Closed Because of Tyrannical Fathers, The Business Is Closed Because of the Tyrannical Fathers, 因为暴君爸爸们歇业了, 暴君パパたちのせいで廃業します, 霸道老爸们害我停业
5. Dear Anonymous Benefactor
Judith, a war orphan with supernatural powers, survives thanks to an anonymous benefactor. He showers her with gifts but never replies. When she finally receives a reply, she travels to meet him. But who is her benefactor out of the charming rogue, successful businessman, and snarky gang leader?
Dear Anonymous Benefactor is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Dear Anonymous Sponsor, To My Dear Anonymous Sponsor
4. Ouran Koukou Host Club
Haruhi sticks out like a sore thumb as a poor, smart girl who got into the hoity-toity Ouran High School on talent alone. When she mistakenly wanders into the meeting room of the host club and breaks a valuable vase, she's recruited to join the club. Realistic and sarcastic, Haruhi isn't used to being around crazy people like the princely Tamaki, scheming Kyouya, silent Mori, immature Hunny, and devilish Hikaru and Kaoru, but she's got no choice if she ever wants to pay earn what she owes. Too bad the club is made for girls to come and be entertained by gorgeous guys -- and Haruhi's been mistaken for a boy!
Includes chapters of the story "Romantic Egoist" in various volumes, starring a pair of twins who play matchmaker with their fellow students, teachers and the like.
Note: The final volume contains a special bonus chapter where the group travels to Spain.
Ouran High School Host Club has finished publishing and it has 87 Chapters. It is also Known as: 桜蘭高校ホスト部, OHSHC, Romantic Egoist
3. Shuumatsu no Harem: Britannia Lumiere
High school girl Eri has a strong and pure heart. One day, she is suddenly summoned to another world, "Britannia" where only men exist. To save this world as the "goddess of light", a harsh battle begins in this world full of men!
World's End Harem: Britannia Lumière has finished publishing and it has 22 Chapters. It is also Known as: 終末のハーレム ブリタニアリュミエール, World's End Harem ~Britannia Lumiére~, 終末のハーレム～ブリタニア リュミエール～
2. Distancia ~ The Untouchable One ~
Luna has been keeping her powers a secret from other people. One day, she initiates a fire in her house for being distracted, and is there when she comes to know that she's actually a witch. after that, She's summoned by her grandmother and goes to an island to train as a witch... a story about a modern witch and werewolf is about to begin.
Distancia ~ The Untouchable One ~ has finished publishing and it has 115 Chapters. It is also Known as: ディスタンシア, Cursed Kiss
1. Watashi ga Motete Dousunda
Kae Serinuma is a second year high schooler and an avid fujoshi who secretly ships her classmates, Igarashi-kun and Nanashima-kun. The death of her favorite anime character causes her to become stressed—and loses weight rapidly. Now that Serinuma has become an attractive girl to her classmates, her snarky kouhai Shinomiya-kun, and her senpai Mutsumi, how is she going to deal with them...with her constant BL-filled, fujoshi mind?!
Kiss Him, Not Me has finished publishing and it has 60 Chapters. It is also Known as: 私がモテてどうすんだ, Boys, Please Kiss Him Instead of Me, What will you do if I become popular?
