10 Best Harem Manga You Must Read Today
Ever found yourself rooting for multiple characters in a romance story? Or maybe you enjoy a healthy dose of chaos, drama, and comedy all rolled into one? Then welcome to the wonderfully wild world of harem manga.
Harem manga revolves around a central character—usually male—who finds himself surrounded by multiple love interests. It’s like The Bachelor, but with magic, monsters, or just your average high school twist. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the feels, or just the eye-candy, there’s a harem manga out there with your name written all over it.
Here are 10 of the absolute best harem manga that you should be reading right now. Grab your snacks, charge your device, and let’s countdown from number 10 to 1!
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10. Nisekoi
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Slice of Life
Author: Naoshi Komi
Picture this: a high school boy from a Yakuza family and a girl from a rival gang have to pretend to date each other to avoid a gang war. Sounds intense, right? Well, toss in a locket, a childhood promise, and a handful of other girls who might be the promised one, and you’ve got Nisekoi.
This manga shines with its charming art style, hilarious misunderstandings, and loveable characters—especially Chitoge and Onodera. It’s a slow burn romance wrapped in absurd scenarios. While it may not reinvent the harem wheel, it definitely polishes it to a shine.
9. Trinity Seven
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural, Harem
Authors: Kenji Saito (Writer), Akinari Nao (Artist)
If you love your harems with a side of magic and apocalyptic stakes, then Trinity Seven is your jam. Arata Kasuga’s peaceful life gets turned upside down when a mysterious event destroys his town. In comes a magical academy, and guess what? It’s filled with powerful, stunning girls known as the “Trinity Seven.”
What sets this manga apart is how self-aware and bold it is. It doesn’t shy away from ecchi content but still delivers solid storytelling and flashy battles. Arata, the protagonist, is also refreshingly confident and witty—finally, a harem MC with a spine!
8. To LOVE-Ru
Genre: Sci-Fi, Ecchi, Comedy, Romance
Authors: Saki Hasemi (Writer), Kentaro Yabuki (Artist)
Here’s where things get extra spicy. To LOVE-Ru is the quintessential over-the-top harem experience. Aliens? Check. Accidental nudity? Check. Girls falling from the sky? Triple check.
The story follows Rito, your typical awkward teen, who one day finds himself engaged to an alien princess—Lala—after a series of hilarious (and inappropriate) misunderstandings. As more girls enter his orbit, things spiral into delightful chaos. It’s pure fan service fun, but with surprisingly emotional moments.
7. Date A Live
Genre: Sci-Fi, Romance, Supernatural
Author: Kōshi Tachibana
Saving the world through dating? That’s the unique twist behind Date A Live. Spirits—supernatural beings—cause disasters just by existing. The only way to stop them? Make them fall in love. Enter Shido Itsuka, a high schooler turned accidental heartthrob.
The art is gorgeous, the spirits are all beautifully designed and uniquely written, and the stakes feel real despite the absurd setup. It’s funny, touching, and occasionally intense. You’ll come for the girls, but stay for the character development.
6. The World God Only Knows
Genre: Comedy, Supernatural, Romance
Author: Tamiki Wakaki
Keima Katsuragi is known online as the “God of Conquest”—a master at dating sim games. But when he’s forced to apply those skills to real-life girls, things get complicated. This isn’t your typical harem; The World God Only Knows uses parody and deep storytelling to flip the genre on its head.
Each conquest feels like a mini-arc, revealing layers of emotion and depth in what could’ve easily been a throwaway comedy. It’s clever, charming, and surprisingly emotional.
5. Rosario + Vampire
Genre: Supernatural, Action, Ecchi, Romance
Author: Akihisa Ikeda
Imagine attending a school for monsters—and you’re the only human. That’s the setup for Rosario + Vampire, and it delivers big on supernatural action and harem antics. Tsukune Aono accidentally enrolls in a school for monsters and quickly finds himself surrounded by beautiful supernatural girls, led by the vampiric Moka Akashiya.
This manga brings in action, tension, and loads of fan service while still keeping a beating heart at the center of it all. If you enjoy battles and babes, it’s a must-read.
4. Highschool DxD
Genre: Supernatural, Action, Ecchi
Author: Ichiei Ishibumi
Another day, another demon slaying. Highschool DxD follows Issei Hyoudou, a pervy yet lovable teen who gets killed on his first date—only to be resurrected by a demon girl named Rias Gremory. From there, things explode into high-stakes battles, sexy transformations, and a growing harem of powerful women.
The action scenes are thrilling, and the story surprisingly rich in lore. But let’s be honest—you’re here for Rias and the gang. And you won’t be disappointed.
3. Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Meta
Author: Fumiaki Maruto
Ever wondered what it’s like to make a dating sim game inside a harem manga? That’s exactly what Saekano delivers. Tomoya Aki, an otaku with big dreams, recruits several talented (and beautiful) girls to help him create a visual novel. Along the way, relationships tangle, hearts get broken, and lots of fourth-wall-breaking fun ensues.
It’s witty, fresh, and perfect for fans who love stories that poke fun at the genre while also being a part of it.
2. Rent-A-Girlfriend
Genre: Romance, Drama, Comedy
Author: Reiji Miyajima
Kazuya is heartbroken and desperate. So what does he do? He rents a girlfriend. Thus begins the crazy emotional rollercoaster that is Rent-A-Girlfriend. What starts as a business transaction soon spirals into jealousy, real feelings, and a tangled mess of relationships.
It’s one of the more realistic and emotionally charged harem manga on this list. And despite its cringe-worthy moments (yes, Kazuya can be that guy), you’ll find yourself strangely hooked.
1. Love Hina
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Author: Ken Akamatsu
And here we are—the ultimate classic. Love Hina is where many fans first fell in love with the harem genre. Keitaro Urashima wants to get into Tokyo University to fulfill a childhood promise. He ends up managing an all-girls dormitory, and—of course—chaos ensues.
Despite being more than two decades old, its humor, heartfelt moments, and nostalgic charm hold up. It’s sweet, funny, and the blueprint for many harem stories that came after it.
Conclusion
Whether you’re here for the romance, the comedy, or just the glorious harem chaos, this list has something for everyone. From magical academies to modern-day awkwardness, these harem manga deliver a full spectrum of entertainment.
So, which one will you start first? Or have you already read them all? Either way, one thing’s clear—harem manga isn’t going anywhere, and we’re all lucky for that.
Happy reading, and may your favorite girl win the harem war!
