Shaman King (シャーマンキング) is a supernatural adventure series written and illustrated by Hiroyuki Takei (武井宏之). The story follows Yoh Asakura (麻倉葉), a laid-back shaman who can communicate with spirits and aims to become the Shaman King—a title granted to the one who can unite the human and spirit worlds. With the help of his ghost partner Amidamaru (阿弥陀丸) and his friends, Yoh faces fierce rivals in the Shaman Fight, a legendary tournament held once every 500 years.
First serialized in 1998, Shaman King became one of Weekly Shōnen Jump’s most iconic series, praised for its spiritual themes and imaginative battles. The manga has sold over 38 million copies worldwide and was adapted into multiple anime series, including a 2021 remake that follows the complete story. With its blend of action, humor, and heart, Shaman King remains a defining classic in shonen manga.
