: Often cited as the perfect anime, it follows two brothers using alchemy to restore their bodies after a tragic mistake Cowboy Bebop

Not every popular series needs battles. Sometimes, you want to cry or feel warm inside.

Even if you don’t like volleyball, Haikyu!! will make you care. It focuses on Shoyo Hinata and his team at Karasuno High. The focus on teamwork and the lack of a true "villain" makes it incredibly uplifting.

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While anime gets the spotlight, manga offers stories too niche or expensive to animate fully.

Fear not! We have curated a list of the most popular, highly-rated, and culturally significant anime and manga series running today. From giant swords to psychological thrillers, here are the recommendations that belong on your watchlist and bookshelf.