The popularity of Japanese comics – better known as manga – is experiencing a real boom in Croatia. What used to be a subculture available only to the few who ordered comics from abroad, has now become a global phenomenon. More and more young people (as well as older ones) in Croatia are discovering the incredible stories, deep characters and beautiful art style that manga has to offer.

Regardless of whether you have just finished watching an anime series and want to continue the story through comics, or you are just entering this world, Dabas Anime Shop is here to make it easier for you to get started. In this text, we provide an overview of the most popular manga, the advantages of Box Sets and tips on how to build your own manga library.

Why read manga (even if you’ve already watched anime)?

We often hear the question: “Why should I buy manga if I’ve already watched the anime on Netflix or Crunchyroll?”. The answer is simple – mangas provide a complete and unfiltered experience. Anime adaptations often leave out important parts of the story, change endings, or have “filler” episodes that break the pacing. By reading manga, you experience the story exactly as the author (mangaka) imagined it, while enjoying the original drawings that often look like true masterpieces.

Top 5 manga you must have on your shelf in 2026

If you’re not sure where to start, you can’t go wrong with these titles. They are all available and in great demand in our shop:

1. One Piece (Eiichiro Oda)

The king of shonen manga. The story of Monkey D. Luffy and his crew of pirates holds the record as the best-selling manga of all time. If you want an epic adventure, perfect world-building and a story that will hold you for years, One Piece is a must.

2. Jujutsu Kaisen (Gege Akutami)

A dark fantasy filled with incredible battles, curses and charismatic characters like Satoru Gojo. The perfect choice for fans of fast action and modern style.

3. Berserk (Kentaro Miura)

For an older audience (the Seinen genre), Berserk represents the pinnacle of dark fantasy. The story of Guts, the black warrior, is deep, emotional and visually one of the most beautiful manga ever drawn.

4. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Koyoharu Gotouge)

A beautiful story about family love, revenge and the fight against demons in traditional Japan. Due to its clear rhythm, it is ideal for beginners.

5. Blue Lock (Muneyuki Kaneshiro)

If you love sports, but in a completely different, intense and competitive way, this football phenomenon will keep you riveted to every page. Currently one of the best-selling titles in Croatia!

Manga Box Set – The best investment for true fans

When you fall in love with a series, buying individual volumes can take a while. That’s why Manga Box Sets have become an absolute hit. By purchasing a box set, you get the entire collected saga or season in a beautiful, branded collector’s box.

In addition to looking fantastic on the shelf, box sets are financially much more profitable than buying individual volumes, and often come with exclusive accessories such as posters or booklets with sketches by the author. At Dabas.hr, we regularly renew the offer of box sets for titles such as Demon Slayer, Naruto, Bleach and Attack on Titan.

Where to buy manga in Croatia?

You no longer have to wait weeks for expensive shipping from foreign websites. At Dabas Anime Shop, we offer a huge selection of manga in English—available directly from the shelves of our Westgate store or via our online shop, dabas.hr, with fast delivery within 2–3 days. Visit us, find your next favorite series, and step into the world of Japanese comics!