: A legendary adventure following Monkey D. Luffy and his crew. It is one of the highest-rated series on IMDb and a global sales leader.

: A dark, medieval fantasy known for its incredibly detailed art and profound themes of fate and survival.

: Often credited with bringing anime to the West, this martial arts epic remains a cornerstone of the industry. Modern Powerhouses: High-Octane Action

: The story of an outcast ninja's journey to becoming the leader of his village. Its influence on modern shonen (young male targeted) series is unparalleled.

: A gritty, psychological thriller where humanity fights for survival against giant man-eating Titans.

: A psychological battle of wits between a genius with a notebook that can kill and a mysterious detective.

: A recent breakout sensation that began as a webtoon, following a weak hunter who gains the ability to "level up" like a video game character. Summary of Top-Rated Series Primary Format One Piece Adventure/Action Manga & Anime Death Note Psychological Thriller Manga & Anime Attack on Titan Dark Fantasy/Mystery Manga & Anime Demon Slayer Supernatural Action Manga & Anime Most Popular Anime/Manga in 2020s - Google Trends - IMDb

The current era is dominated by high-quality animation from studios like Ufotable and MAPPA.