Manga Like My New Life as a Cat

In "Kokoro Connect," the Cultural Research Club consists of a wrestling enthusiast, a carefree airhead, a sarcastic cynic, a laid-back joker, and a hyperfeminine member. Their ordinary high school life is thrown into chaos when they suddenly begin swapping bodies with one another. At first amusing, these exchanges grow increasingly uncomfortable as personal boundaries are breached and hidden secrets come to light—secrets powerful enough to threaten their friendship. As they struggle with these changes, they must discover who or what is causing the body swaps, whether the phenomenon will stop, and if their club can survive such turmoil. Explore this acclaimed ensemble comedy-drama light novel written by renowned author Sadanatsu Anda!

In this spin-off of Bungo Stray Dogs, the attention turns to the tranquil everyday routines of the characters, with a unique twist: the Armed Detective Agency and Port Mafia are now chibi-sized versions of themselves! From investigating the secret contents of agency lockers to going to a public bath while being chased by the Mafia, Atsushi and the group always end up in the middle of playful and exciting escapades.

In "The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today," Saku takes in a stray black cat, but the cat named Yukichi turns out to be more of a household partner than a typical pet. Towering over Saku, Yukichi is no ordinary feline; he excels at cooking and has a sharp eye for supermarket bargains, adding a special charm to their home. Even as Saku continues to face her daily challenges, she discovers peace and reassurance in her bond with Yukichi.

A solitary witch living in the forest takes in a child. Sixteen years later, that child has grown far larger than anticipated.

When high school student Sora Kashiwagi finds himself faced with a mysterious oversized package sent by his self-proclaimed "adventurer" father, the last thing he expects is for it to be opened from the inside... by a tiny mummy small enough to fit in the palm of his hand.

Kurona, a cat-girl, and her group of friends encounter various monsters, demons, and spirits, discovering how to handle these creatures—and humans too.

After his parents' divorce, Ryuusuke Nanri transfers to a new school and is assigned the seat in front of a peculiar girl named Miya Fujimoto. Miya always dresses in Gothic Lolita-style clothing, carries a mysterious book and her cat Judah, and insists she is a witch. From that point on, Ryuusuke becomes the primary subject of her bizarre witch experiments.

For ages, the demon Seere has taken pride in his work—fulfilling the desires of those who summon him. From annihilating enemies to granting unimaginable riches, nothing is beyond reach with his formidable magic. However, Seere’s newest contractor, Sakura Masuda, is nothing like anyone he has encountered before. For one, she is only in the fourth grade, and her wish is…for Seere to become her mama! Well, if that is what she wants, then that is exactly what he will provide—by being the absolute best mama imaginable!

Tomo-kun is an office worker who lives next door to Aki-san. She frequently comes over to his apartment to share drinks, but when she gets drunk, her hidden nature is exposed: she's actually part cat! As Tomo-kun goes through his daily routine, other part-animal Onee-sans will also drop by to drink with him.

Momo Ayase is in a bad mood after being rejected. While out, she sees a boy getting bullied and steps in to help. The boy is deeply into the occult and tries to talk to Ayase about supernatural topics, thinking they have something in common. But Ayase insists she believes in ghosts, and they argue over which is more real. To settle the debate, they each go separately to places tied to either the occult or ghosts—Ayase picks the occult, and the boy picks ghosts. When they reach their spots, they find out both the occult and ghosts are actually real. This discovery throws Ayase and the boy into a series of adventures where they deal with all the supernatural and occult events they come across, hoping to get back to a normal life.

In a world that many consider ordinary, five-year-old Yotsuba Koiwai perceives everything with boundless enthusiasm and curiosity. After moving to a new town with her adoptive father, Yousuke, she takes it upon herself to explore her surroundings. Following some mishaps at the local park, the Koiwais meet their neighbors, the Ayase family: college student Asagi, who loves to tease; responsible high school student Fuuka; and kind elementary schooler Ena. Though Yotsuba's antics often amuse and sometimes frustrate them, the Ayase sisters gradually grow fond of her and join her in her adventures. Whether mastering a swing or trying to stop global warming by fiddling with air conditioners, Yotsuba's ability to find joy in the simplest things astonishes and entertains those around her. Along with Yousuke, the Ayases, and various other friends, she embarks on daily escapades that deepen her appreciation for life's basic pleasures.

The difficulties of adulthood and the harsh realities of office work often make people wish they could go back to their younger years and choose differently. This feeling leads 27-year-old Arata Kaizaki to consider an unusual offer. After returning home from his part-time job, Arata is contacted by Ryou Yoake, a representative from the ReLife Research Institute, who presents an experimental program designed to improve his job prospects. The ReLife project plans to change Arata's appearance to that of a 17-year-old, allowing him to experience high school again for one year. After this trial ends, he will receive a job offer, something he has had trouble getting since leaving his previous job. Despite his doubts, Arata agrees to the strange arrangement. But his adult way of thinking and his lack of recent school experience make handling everyday life in high school harder than he expected.

In "Mob Psycho 100," Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama is an eighth-grade student who possesses immense psychic powers but keeps them hidden due to their potentially destructive nature and the unwanted attention they draw. He suppresses his abilities by working for Arataka Reigen, a self-proclaimed esper who exploits Mob's talents for his own gain. Mob spends his time performing exorcisms for Reigen. Driven by his desire to win the affection of his childhood friend, Tsubomi Takane, Mob strives to become more likable. Yet, various obstacles continually disrupt his everyday life, gradually eroding his grip on his suppressed emotions. As his pent-up feelings intensify, what will happen when he finally reaches his breaking point remains uncertain.

At Suzaku High, Ryuu Yamada is known as a troublemaker and delinquent. After getting a harsh scolding for his bad grades and behavior, he notices Urara Shiraishi, the top student in their year. As Shiraishi walks up the stairs, Yamada tries to provoke her but ends up tripping and pulling her down with him. When he wakes up in the infirmary, Yamada realizes he has swapped bodies with Shiraishi. Confronting her, he learns that their accidental kiss caused the swap. With this newfound power, Yamada's chaotic high school life is only beginning.

At Ishiyama High, a school infamous for its delinquent students, first-year Tatsumi Oga—nicknamed "Demon King"—rules supreme over those he has defeated. One day, after taking down a gang that attacked him, Oga ends up looking after an abandoned infant. Despite his initial panic, he brings the baby to his best friend, Takayuki Furuichi, where they encounter Hildegard, a demon maid. She reveals that the child is Kaiser de Emperana Beelzebub IV, sent by his father, the Great Demon Lord Beelzebub III, to Earth with a mission to destroy humanity. Hildegard warns Oga that if he strays more than 15 meters from the baby, he will face immediate death. With his rough demeanor and history of violence, Oga reluctantly becomes the caregiver of the demon infant. The series follows his journey as he deals with both demonic beings and his dangerous peers, all while acting as an unconventional guardian and mentor to Baby Beel.

In the series "Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai," high school student Keima Katsuragi is known online as the "God of Conquest" for his unmatched success in dating simulation games. He finds real-life interactions with actual girls frustrating and inferior to his virtual experiences. One day during his break from cleaning duties, Keima encounters a peculiar challenge to win over a real girl. Curious, he accepts the offer, which unexpectedly summons Elucia "Elsie" de Lute Ima, a demon sent from hell to reclaim rogue spirits that have attached themselves to human females. Keima tries to escape, but Elsie tells him that breaking their newly established contract would result in his death. With no choice, Keima uses his gaming skills and knowledge of dating simulations to navigate the complex world of real relationships and capture the rogue spirits.

In an abandoned building located in South Korea, Cadis Etrama Di Raizel—commonly referred to as Rai—steps out of a white coffin, presenting an elegant and strikingly handsome appearance. Disoriented by the unfamiliar era he finds himself in, Rai seeks out his loyal companion, Frankenstein. To fit in with human society, he dons the school uniform of Ye Ran High School, only to discover that the principal is none other than his devoted servant, Frankenstein. Having been in slumber for 820 years, Rai relies on Frankenstein to help him navigate the complexities of the modern world. Frankenstein enrolls him as a student to ease his transition into contemporary life. However, their plans are soon threatened by the challenges of everyday existence and lingering conflicts from both his and his master's past. Rai is compelled to use his mysterious powers to protect those around him.

In the anime "Kamisama Kiss," high school student Nanami Momozono faces a string of hardships after her father runs off due to overwhelming gambling debts, resulting in her eviction by debt collectors. While pondering her bleak future, she encounters a man who has climbed a tree to escape a dog. After helping him, Nanami shares her troubles, and he offers her his residence, insisting she would make a better "Master" of the property than he. Accepting his proposal, she moves into what turns out to be a dilapidated shrine. Upon arriving, Nanami is stopped by a fox familiar named Tomoe and two shrine spirits, who initially mistake her for their previous master, Mikage, the shrine's land god. Once the misunderstanding is cleared, Tomoe leaves, refusing to serve Nanami. However, after a series of events that place Nanami in grave danger, she compels Tomoe to sign a contract, binding him to her service. As the new human land god, Nanami must now navigate her new responsibilities, face formidable foes, and deal with her enigmatic and fiery familiar.

Following the death of his parents, high school student Kimihiro Watanuki lives alone and possesses a unique ability to perceive supernatural beings that constantly target him. These spirits relentlessly torment him, and he longs to escape their influence. While fleeing from a group of these entities, he takes refuge in a peculiar shop where he meets Yuuko Ichihara, the shop's mysterious owner, who claims she can grant any wish at a cost. Kimihiro agrees to work for Yuuko to accumulate the payment needed for his wish. Guided by her, he must venture deeper into the world of spirits and the mystical to ultimately break free. Will he be able to navigate the strange and enigmatic experiences that await him?

In "Sankarea: Undying Love," Chihiro Furuya has an unusual fascination with the dead, especially female zombies. After his beloved cat Baabu dies accidentally, his obsession grows, and he begins experimenting with a potion meant to bring the dead back to life. Despite repeated failures, Chihiro nearly gives up on his goal to resurrect Baabu. Just before he abandons the effort, Chihiro meets Rea Sanka, a beautiful but deeply troubled girl, who inspires him to keep trying. By adding toxic hydrangea petals to his potion, Chihiro finally creates the elixir he has been seeking. Unbeknownst to him, Rea drinks the concoction, believing its poison will end her life. After a fatal accident, Rea dies, but the elixir works, bringing her back as a zombie. Freed from her oppressive past, Rea chooses to live with Chihiro, who now must use his knowledge of the undead to care for the teenage zombie girl.

At fourteen, delinquent Yusuke Urameshi spends his days skipping class and clashing with authority. He often gets into street fights with his rival, Kazuma Kuwabara, and teases his childhood friend, Keiko Yukimura. Struggling with inner turmoil and the burden of an alcoholic mother, Yusuke suddenly jumps in front of a speeding car to save a child, sacrificing his own life in the process. The spirit guide Botan intervenes, allowing Yusuke to see the impact of his death on those close to him, including his mother, Keiko, and even Kuwabara. Moved by their grief, Yusuke is given a second chance at life by Koenma, the son of the ruler of the Spirit World. Koenma recruits Yusuke as a "Spirit Detective," assigning him to resolve a series of escalating supernatural incidents. Through his battles and eventual alliances with demons like the refined Kurama and the fierce Hiei, Yusuke hones his fighting abilities. As dark forces rise from the Netherworld, Yusuke unites with his companions to protect what he once took for granted.

Shamans are individuals with a unique ability to communicate with ghosts, spirits, and gods that remain invisible to ordinary people. Every five hundred years, the Shaman Fight, a prestigious tournament where shamans from around the world compete, takes place. The winner is declared the Shaman King and gains control over the Great Spirit, allowing them to reshape the world as they wish. One evening, Manta Oyamada, an ordinary middle school student, cuts through a nearby graveyard to avoid being late for class. He encounters a lone boy sitting on a tombstone, who invites Manta to look at the stars with "them," revealing that "them" includes the boy's ghostly companions. Terrified, Manta runs away. Later, the boy introduces himself as You Asakura, a Shaman-in-training, and demonstrates his abilities by teaming up with Amidamaru, a six-hundred-year-old samurai spirit, to protect Manta from a group of bullies. You befriends Manta because of his ability to see spirits, and together with Amidamaru, they set out on You's mission to become the next Shaman King.

Negi Springfield, a ten-year-old wizard who recently graduated from Merdiana Magic Academy in Wales, has two primary objectives: locating his missing father, the legendary Thousand Master, and earning the title of Magister Magi, a wizard whose purpose is to aid the non-magical world. As his final assignment, he is sent to teach English at a Japanese middle school. Upon his arrival, Negi is surprised to discover that he is responsible for a homeroom class of thirty-one girls. One of his students, Asuna Kagurazaka, accidentally discovers his magical identity. With this secret now exposed, Negi must prevent it from spreading further while dealing with various magical threats emerging both inside and outside Mahora Academy, all while continuing his search for his father.

In "Lookism," 17-year-old Park Hyung Suk has spent his life at the bottom of the social ladder due to his short stature, weight, and unattractive appearance, enduring constant bullying and prejudice from his peers. To escape his tormentor Lee Tae Sung, he decides to transfer to Jae Won High School in Seoul, a vocational school known for its relaxed rules and laid-back student body. A few days before his transfer, Hyung Suk wakes up to find himself in a new body—tall, fit, and strikingly handsome, the complete opposite of his original form. Yet his old body remains beside him, with the two bodies switching consciousness whenever one falls asleep. Navigating this unusual situation, Hyung Suk enjoys his growing popularity at Jae Won High while also investigating the mystery behind his extraordinary second body.