Every year, we ask, "Which manga would you like to see adapted into an anime ?" This survey is always conducted well before major events. Anime Japan 2022 is no different. A list of 102 works was nominated for this 2022 edition , where Japanese fans voted precisely on the ones they would like to see animated in the future (there's no guarantee that their choice will actually be made into an anime). Below are the Japanese fans' results.
10. Kaijuu 8-gou ( Kaiju No. 8 )
Author: Naoya Matsumoto
Synopsis:
In a world constantly under attack by kaiju (giant monsters), Kafka Hibino is a worker cleaning up the rubble left behind after battles against them. But is that enough for him, who has always dreamed of fighting? The answer lies with Reno Ichikawa, the company's new guy, who dreams of joining the Defense Division to defeat kaiju.
9. Wind Breaker
Author: Satoru Nii
Synopsis:
In short, the story follows Sakura Haruka, a first-year student who decides to enroll at Fuurin High School, known for its delinquent population. However, he discovers that the Fuurin students form a group that helps the city, called Boufuurin (Wind Breakers). He then decides to fight for the Wind Breakers to defend the city from the delinquents.
8. Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo
Authors: Rikito Nakamura and Yukiko Nozawa
Synopsis:
Aijou is a boy who has been very unlucky in love and has been rejected over 100 times. Desperate, he goes to a temple to ask the gods for help so that for each rejection he will have a soulmate. But this becomes a curse when he learns that if they are not happy with his soulmate, him, they will die.
7. 30-sai did Doutei datos Mahoutsukai ni Nareru Rashii ( Cherry Magic!)
Author: Yuu Toyota
Synopsis:
In short, Kiyoshi Adachi remains a virgin when he turns 30, and ends up gaining a magical power that allows him to read other people's minds by touching them. However, when he accidentally touches Yuichi Kurosawa, he discovers that he has romantic feelings for him.
6. Ground Leveling
Authors: Chugong, Jang Sung-rak and Ryuuta Fuse
Synopsis:
Known as the weakest hunter in all of humanity, E-Rank hunter Jinwoo Sung's contribution to the raids is to try not to get killed. Unfortunately, between his mother's hospital bills, his sister's tuition, and his own lack of job prospects, he has no choice but to continue risking his life. So when an opportunity for a bigger payday presents itself, he seizes it… only to come face to face with a being whose power surpasses anything he's ever seen! With the group's leader missing an arm and the only healer in a mess, can Jinwoo find a way out?
5. Oshi no Ko ( My Star )
Author: Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari
Synopsis:
The story follows a doctor named Gorou , a fan of a 16-year-old idol named Ai Hoshin . One day, Hoshino shows up at his office, saying she's pregnant with twins, and her manager tells her to abort the babies. But the idol doesn't want to abort; she wants to have both children. Gorou promises her a safe delivery. Little does he know, an encounter with a mysterious figure will result in his untimely death—or so he thought. Opening his eyes in his beloved idol's lap, Gorou discovers he's been reborn as Aquamarine Hoshino —Ai's newborn son ! With his world turned upside down, Gorou soon discovers that the world of showbiz is full of controversy, where talent doesn't always bring success.
4. Hakaishin Magu-chan ( Magu-chan: God of Destruction)
Author: Kei Kamiki
Synopsis:
Years ago, when the Chaos Cult summoned the God of Destruction, Magu Menueku, a devastating battle erupted in which the fate of humanity hung by a thread. To save humanity, the honorable Holy Knights sealed Magu away in a Sacred Crystal. Eons pass until Ruru Miyanagi, a very lucky high school student, stumbles upon the crystal while searching for clams. He accidentally frees Magu, waking him from his long slumber. But instead of cowering in fear, Ruru is eager to befriend Magu, even nicknamed the God of Destruction "Magu-chan!"
3. Nito to Tatsuka no Nichijo
Author: Satou to Shio
Synopsis:
Nito and Tazuka are childhood friends and classmates. Tazuka may be outwardly cold, but Nito is a kind and trustworthy confidant. Despite their different career paths, they could get along, or so Nito thought when Tatsuka confessed his crush… Nito loves Tazuka too, but not in the same way. Will they be able to rebuild their friendship?
2. Aru Hi, Ohimesama ni Natte Shimatta Ken ni Tsuite
Author: Plutus and Spoon
Synopsis:
The beautiful Athanasia was murdered by her own biological father, Claude de Alger Obelia, the cold-blooded emperor! It's just a silly bedtime story... until a woman wakes up and suddenly discovers she's become that unlucky princess! She needs a plan to survive her doomed fate, where time is running out.
1. Senpai wa Otokonoko ( My Crossdressing Senpai )
Author: Pomu
Synopsis:
Makoto Hanaoka, a second-year student, easily attracts attention. First-year student Saki Aoi is no exception, and she falls in love with Makoto at first sight. With a vibrant and energetic personality, she doesn't hesitate to confess her feelings to her senpai. However, Makoto is very different from the person Saki perceives: Makoto is not a girl, but a crossdressing boy.
Finally, these are the works that the Japanese have listed for anime adaptation. Among them, highlights include Solo Leveling and Oshi no Ko .
Via: Comic Natalie
