: Returning in January 2026, the third season (The Culling Game arc) features animation from MAPPA that critics describe as surpassing anything seen from the studio previously.
: Frequently cited as a "New Gen" masterpiece, it follows a retired legendary assassin trying to live a quiet life as a convenience store owner.
: A character-driven historical mystery from Naoki Urasawa (creator of Monster ) that links events from post-war Japan to 2020. Beginner-Friendly Gateways
Manga continues to see record-breaking sales, with "New Gen" titles (starting 2020 or later) dominating community discussions.
: Premiering January 16, 2026, this critically acclaimed fantasy continues its "slow-burn, cozy" journey through a world recovering from a long war.
If you are just starting your journey into anime and manga, these series are widely regarded as the best entry points in 2026: Five Shonen Jump Manga Recommendations!