Dandadan

Synopsis

Momo Ayase strikes up an unusual friendship with her school’s UFO fanatic, whom she nicknames “Okarun” because he has a name that is not to be said aloud. While Momo believes in spirits, she thinks aliens are nothing but nonsense. Her new friend, meanwhile, thinks the exact opposite. To settle matters, the two set out to prove each other wrong—Momo to a UFO hotspot and Okarun to a haunted tunnel! What unfolds next is a beautiful story of young love…and oddly horny aliens and spirits? (Source: VIZ Media) Note: Nominated for the 15th Manga Taisho Award in 2022.

About

Dandadan is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2021, The series is currently being serialized.

Why readers enjoy Dandadan

Dandadan appeals to readers of Action manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi, Supernatural elements. This combination of Action, Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi, Supernatural sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Dandadan is written by Yukinobu Tatsu, with art by Yukinobu Tatsu.

Reception

Dandadan holds an average score of 8.2 out of 10 on AniList, a strong score that reflects broad reader satisfaction, with 9,245 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Dandadan include: Youkai, Urban Fantasy, Ghost, Aliens, Shounen, Female Protagonist, Tokusatsu, Surreal Comedy. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.