5 Manga That Have Not Yet and Must Be Adapted into Anime

Kapanlagi.com - Most of the popular anime you watch are likely adapted from manga. Yes, although there are also some original anime that do not adapt from manga.

On the contrary, there are several mangas that have never been adapted into anime. In fact, their popularity as mangas is quite high. Fans are left wondering why such great mangas have not been made into anime.

Curious about which mangas have never been and must be adapted into anime? Check out the list below..

1. Oyasumi Punpun (Goodnight Punpun)

When talking about manga that is often described as 'too emotional to be adapted', Oyasumi Punpun clearly ranks at the top. The story is dark, realistic, and full of meaning about growing up in a world that isn't always kind.

Inio Asano depicts Punpun's struggles with a unique visual style — the main character is portrayed as a small bird, a symbol of alienation. If this were made into an anime with cinematography similar to A Silent Voice or March Comes in Like a Lion, it would surely become an emotional and heart-wrenching yet beautifully captivating watch.

Work: Inio Asano.

2. Vagabond

Manga cover of Vagabond (Credit: Kodansha)

Although Takehiko Inoue is busy with Slam Dunk, this particular work has not received any anime adaptation at all! Yet Vagabond is a masterpiece about Miyamoto Musashi, the legendary Japanese samurai.

The manga's visuals are incredibly detailed, and its deep philosophy about life and battle would be perfectly suited for a cinematic style like Vinland Saga or Mushoku Tensei. If this became an anime, it could be one of the best samurai series of all time.

Work: Takehiko Inoue.

3. Blood on the Tracks

Manga cover of Blood on the Tracks (Credit: Kodansha)

This manga can be considered one of the best psychological dramas of the decade. It tells the story of a complex relationship between a mother and her child that becomes very disturbing.

Shuzo Oshimi's expressive and tense visuals will make its anime version an unforgettable psychological horror experience. If you like Paranoia Agent or Perfect Blue, this will be a perfect fit.

Work: Shuzo Oshimi.

4. Witch Hat Atelier

Cover of the manga Witch Hat Atelier (Credit: Kodansha)

If you are a fan of fantasy worlds with aesthetic magic, Witch Hat Atelier will immediately capture your heart. It tells the story of a girl named Coco who enters the world of witches after discovering the secret of forbidden magic.

The artwork of the manga is incredibly beautiful, resembling a medieval European illustrated book. If this is adapted into an anime with soft animation like Studio Ghibli, it could become the next masterpiece.

Work: Kamome Shirahama.

5. 20th Century Boys

Cover of the manga 20th Century Boys (Credit: Kodansha)

This manga already has a live-action film, but it has never been adapted into an anime even though the story is very complex and perfectly suited for an animated series. It is about a group of childhood friends who accidentally get involved in a major conspiracy that could destroy the world.

Full of mystery, nostalgia, and themes of friendship, 20th Century Boys could be the Attack on Titan of the thriller genre if made with the right pacing and atmosphere.

Work: Naoki Urasawa.

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