Bakuman

Bakuman is an action-packed manga that delves into the world of aspiring manga artists, showcasing their determination, love interests, and their pursuit of success. With a blend of comedy, drama, romance, and slice of life elements, this high-quality manga will captivate readers from start to finish.

The story begins when Moritaka Mashiro, an ordinary junior high student, accidentally leaves his laptop behind in class. His classmate, the ambitious Akito Takagi, stumbles upon Mashiro's drawings and recognizes his talent. Takagi boldly proposes that they team up to become manga artists, inspiring Mashiro to pursue his dream. Interestingly, Mashiro's determination stems from his late manga artist uncle who tragically died from overworking.

The plot takes an exciting twist when Mashiro reveals his true feelings for Miho Azuki, his crush. To make their dreams come true, Mashiro proposes that they marry once Azuki becomes a voice actress for the anime adaptation of their manga. With the hope of serialized publication in Weekly Sh?nen Jump, the duo embarks on their manga journey under the pen name Muto Ashirogi.

Readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride as Ashirogi submits one-shots and faces challenges in the competitive manga industry. Despite setbacks and the cancellation of their first printed collection, Detective Trap, Mashiro and Takagi remain resilient. They continue their pursuit, creating the gag manga Run, Daihatsu Tanto!, although they soon realize its lack of popularity.

With determination and the desire to surpass their rival, Eiji Nizuma, editor in chief of Jump challenges Ashirogi to create a top-notch manga. Rising to the occasion, they develop Perfect Crime Party, a manga series that gains substantial popularity but is deemed unfit for an anime adaptation. However, the tide turns when Ashirogi submits Reversi, and it replaces Perfect Crime Party as the serialized manga in Shueisha's monthly journal, Hisshou Jump.

Amidst battles involving voice actress selections and graphic novel sales, Ashirogi's Reversi gets selected for an anime adaptation, fulfilling their dream. The story culminates with a heartwarming moment as Mashiro officially proposes to Azuki at the very spot where they made their initial promise, followed by their first kiss.

Bakuman is an engaging manga filled with a unique mix of genres and an intricate storyline. It highlights the relentless pursuit of dreams, the challenges faced by aspiring manga artists, and the complexities of relationships. With its compelling characters and thematic elements, this manga is a must-read for fans of action, comedy, romance, and slice of life genres. Read the latest issues online and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Bakuman.