20 Best Visually Stunning! Shoujo Manga with Beautiful Illustrations!
Hey there, manga lovers! If you have an appetite for breathtaking graphics, a dash of romance, and a vivid imagination, we've got something really special for you. Welcome to our list of the 20 most visually stunning shoujo manga that will literally blow your mind with their incredible artwork!
Shoujo manga, not your ordinary genre, is known for leaving readers craving, thanks to its captivating narratives and charming artistry. But, let's be honest, what truly makes us fall head over heels for these manga is often the illustrations. Those dreamy eyes, elegant outfits, and sensationally detailed backgrounds! Oh, each page is like walking into an art gallery!
Here, we've gathered a list of the crème de la crème of shoujo manga, known for their exquisite illustrations. These manga are not just about the story, but about the whole aesthetic experience it promises. You'll drown in the sheer beauty of the artistry, and the emotions they convey will touch your soul. From heartbreaking tears to joyous smiles, every panel is a masterpiece waiting for you to explore.
So, buckle your seatbelts, grab a box of your favorite snacks, and dive into these mesmerizing world of art and storytelling! You're in for a visual treat!
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『Sailor Moon 1 (Naoko Takeuchi Collection)』
A new edition of the Sailor Moon manga, for a new generation of fans! Featuring an updated translation and high page count in a more affordable, portable edition, perfect to go wherever you or the legendary guardian in your life want to take it. Teenager Usagi is not the best athlete, she's never gotten good grades, and, well, she's a bit of a crybaby. But when she meets a talking cat, she begins a journey that will teach her she has a well of great strength just beneath the surface and the heart to inspire and stand up for her friends as Sailor Moon! The original Sailor Moon in a new, affordable edition.
Author | Naoko Takeuchi |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | National Geographic Books |
Release Date | May 03, 2022 |
Source | Google Books |
『Like a Butterfly, Vol. 1』
After Kawasumi rescues her from an unwelcome admirer, Suiren finds herself captivated by him. However, Suiren is too shy to speak to anyone, much less this reserved karate boy. What’s more, Suiren isn’t the only one interested in Kawasumi. Will a class trip offer the opportunity to reveal her feelings before it’s too late? -- VIZ Media
Author | Suu Morishita |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Jul 04, 2023 |
Source | Google Books |
『A Girl & Her Guard Dog 1』
Isaku never asked to be the daughter of a yakuza boss, but when her parents died in a car accident when she was 5, her gangster grandfather took her in and raised her as part of the clan. After years of being avoided by her schoolmates because of her family ties, Isaku is finally ready to make her high-school debut, live a normal life, and maybe even find love...until loyal family servant and Isaku's dedicated guardian, 26-year-old Keiya, enters high school right alongside her and vows to protect her from all of the above! Now she's got a chain-smoking, pistol-wielding knight-in-shining(?)-armor to deal with, and navigating high school besides? What's a young lady to do?!
Author | Hatsuharu |
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Publisher | Kodansha America LLC |
Release Date | Feb 16, 2021 |
Source | Google Books |
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『Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet, Vol. 1』
Fumi Oono, second-year high-school student. Stuck with the debts of her father, she needs a job—fast. While she did indeed manage to find one as a housekeeper for THE Akatsuki Kibikino, it leaves much to be desired. After all, the novelist has a mean glare and an even worse attitude...And on top of that, she has to live with him?!
Author | Mika Yamamori |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | Yen Press LLC |
Release Date | Oct 04, 2022 |
Source | Google Books |
『Black Bird, Vol. 1』
Everything changes one day when Misao is attacked by a demon. Her childhood friend Kyo suddenly returns to save her and tend to her cuts--with his tongue! It turns out Misao is the bride of prophecy, whose blood gives power to the demon clan who claims her. But most demons want to keep her power for themselves--by eating her! Now Misao is just trying to stay alive...and decide if she likes it when Kyo licks her wounds. -- VIZ Media
Author | Kanoko Sakurakouji |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Jul 07, 2011 |
Source | Google Books |
『The King’s Beast, Vol. 1』
Prince Tenyou is not what Rangetsu expected, and the political currents in the palace run deep and strange. Does Rangetsu have any chance of finding justice for her brother, or will she become just another Ajin casualty in the game of kings? -- VIZ Media
Author | Rei Toma |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Feb 02, 2021 |
Source | Google Books |
『A Sign of Affection 1』
Yuki is a typical college student, whose world revolves around her friends, social media, and the latest sales. But when a chance encounter on a train leads to her meeting friend-of-a-friend and fellow student Itsuomi-san, her world starts to widen. But even though Itsuomi-kun can speak three languages, sign language isn't one of them. Can the two learn to communicate the budding feelings between them?
Author | suu Morishita (Mangaka group) |
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Price | $10.99 |
Publisher | Kodansha America LLC |
Release Date | Mar 31, 2020 |
Source | Google Books |
『Bibliophile Princess (Manga) Vol 1』
When book-loving Lady Elianna spots Prince Christopher—her betrothed in name only—consorting with another noble lady, she realizes the recent rumors must be true. The prince has someone he truly loves, which means the annulment of their engagement is both inevitable and fast-approaching. What she doesn’t realize is that this is merely a surface ripple—one of many where the truth runs deep, in a conspiracy surpassing her imagination!
Author | Yui |
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Price | $8.99 |
Publisher | J-Novel Club |
Release Date | Dec 02, 2020 |
Source | Google Books |
『Kamisama Kiss』
Newly homeless Nanami learns that accepting an offer to stay in a Shinto shrine has made her the shrine's new deity, and to fulfill her duties she needs the reluctant help of her familiar, a fox spirit in the form of an attractive young man.
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Publisher | Viz |
Release Date | Dec 07, 2010 |
Source | Google Books |
『Chihayafuru 22』
The time has come for the top challengers who made their way through the East and West Japan preliminaries to face one another and decide who will play in the Master and Queen Matches. Representing West Japan is Megumu Ousaka, showing her tenacity by making it to this deciding match two years in a row, and Arata, who navigated his way through his match with Murao, another member of his club. Facing them from East Japan are former Queen Haruka Inokuma and Harada, a veteran player. These four powerhouses have now come together to play a best-of-three match. It's time for never-before-seen battles to begin between these players who strive to make it to the distant summit!
Author | Yuki Suetsugu |
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Price | $10.99 |
Publisher | Kodansha America LLC |
Release Date | Oct 06, 2020 |
Source | Google Books |
『Ouran High School Host Club』
When Haruhi, a scholarship student at the exclusive Ouran High School, accidentally breaks an expensive vase belonging to the all-male Host Club, she is forced to work for them as a boy to repay her debt.
Author | Bisco Hatori/Gary Leach |
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Publisher | Viz |
Release Date | Jul 05, 2005 |
Source | Google Books |
『Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 1』
Yona reels from the shock of witnessing a loved one’s murder and having to fight for her life. With Hak’s help, she flees the palace and struggles to survive while evading her enemy’s forces. But where will this displaced princess go when all the paths before her are uncertain? -- VIZ Media
Author | Mizuho Kusanagi |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Aug 02, 2016 |
Source | Google Books |
『Snow White with the Red Hair, Vol. 1』
Shirayuki is famous for her naturally bright-red hair, and the prince of Tanbarun wants her all to himself! But when she escapes into the woods of the neighboring kingdom, a young man named Zen and his two friends come to her aid. But who is Zen really...? This volume also features a special one-shot, “Colorful Seasons of August”! -- VIZ Media
Author | Sorata Akiduki |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | May 07, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『Requiem of the Rose King, Vol. 1』
Richard’s father, the patriarch of the House of York, is poised to become king of medieval England during the bloody Wars of the Roses. But just as success is imminent, he is abruptly cut down. Plunged into despair, Richard acts out in revenge and must face a powerful and beautiful new enemy. -- VIZ Media
Author | Aya Kanno |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Nov 12, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts, Vol. 1』
A young girl has resigned herself to being the next sacrificial meal for the Beast King...but the king is no mere monster! Love is more than skin-deep in this gorgeous fantasy manga.
Author | Yu Tomofuji |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | Yen Press LLC |
Release Date | May 22, 2018 |
Source | Google Books |
『Love Me, Love Me Not, Vol. 1』
Fast friends Yuna and Akari are complete opposites—Yuna is an idealist, while Akari is a realist. When lady-killer Rio and the oblivious Kazuomi join their ranks, love and friendship become quite complicated! -- VIZ Media
Author | Io Sakisaka |
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Price | $6.99 |
Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
Release Date | Mar 03, 2020 |
Source | Google Books |
『A Condition Called Love, Volume 1』
Hotaru is a 16-year-old high school first-year who has always been ambivalent about love, preferring instead to have a lively life with her family and friends. So when she sees her schoolmate, Hananoi-kun, sitting in the snow after a messy, public breakup, she thinks nothing of offering to share her umbrella. But when he asks her out in the middle of her classroom the next day, she can't help but feel that her life is about to change in a big way ...
Author | Megumi Morino |
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Price | $10.99 |
Publisher | Kodansha America LLC |
Release Date | Mar 03, 2020 |
Source | Google Books |
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Alright, my fellow manga enthusiasts, that wraps things up! We’ve plundered the dep depths of the captivating world of Shoujo manga together and emerged victorious with 20 gems that not only enchant us with their beautifully crafted narratives but also seduce our eyes with their gorgeous illustrations! May these treasures provide you with hours of reading pleasure, transporting you to magical realms, there to become one with their colorful characters, their fascinating plots and their breathtaking surroundings.
It’s sincerely hoped that this list has whetted your appetite for Shoujo manga and awakened in you an unstoppable urge to discover more. After all, there’s a whole universe of Shoujo manga out there, each adorned with artwork as stunningly beautiful as the plots they serve. So, whether you're a die-hard fan of the genre or a newcomer simply looking for something new to read, remember: there's always more to explore! May your journey through the world of Shoujo manga be as enchanting as the worlds layered within their pages. Happy reading, everyone! Let’s catch up again in the winding pathways of another exciting list, shall we? Until then, minna-san, sayōnara!
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