Now that Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle movie has premiered in the US, the interest in Haruichi Furudate’s sports manga series has increased again. For fans seeking more volleyball excitement and drama, here are other exciting volleyball manga to read if you love Haikyuu.
Undoubtedly, Haikyuu has set a new standard for sports manga, particularly those focused on volleyball.
If you can’t get enough of Haikyuu and are looking for a similar manga series that offers a variety of perspectives and styles that capture the essence of the sport, then we've got you covered!
Harigane Service
Similar to Haikyuu’s Shoyo Hinata, the main protagonist of Harigane Service has huge dreams for his volleyball career despite the unnecessary comments of other people around him.
Unlike other players, Kanna Shimodaira is an experienced pinch server, which is both a good and a bad thing.
After all, it’s a position that specializes in serving right after being switched in to change the flow of the game in the professional scene, but it's incredibly underrated at middle and high school club levels.
Because of this, Kanna Shimodaira needs to double his efforts to keep up with his extremely talented teammates at his new high school.
Junjou Karen na Oretachi da!
If you’re looking for a dynamic similar to Shoyo Hinata and Kageyama Tobio of Haikyuu, then Junjou Karen na Oretachi da! will be a good manga recommendation.
It centers around an arrogant volleyball player, similar to Kageyama, who gets kicked out of his middle school team for being a know-it-all.
While he can apply to any other school he likes, his coach is unwilling to give him a reference, making it a huge problem.
Fortunately, Akira stumbles upon a leaflet for Seiryoh High School and decides to take the risk of joining a mediocre volleyball team.
However, Akira meets a delinquent volleyball player with curly hair that spells trouble for him.
Tobari no Mukou!
Tobari no Mukou has a rookie volleyball player as its main protagonist, similar to Haikyuu’s Hinata Shoyo, who was incredibly awkward when he first started at Karasuno High School.
Because of Tobari Shiranui’s inexperience, he has no confidence in his abilities, always thinking that he’s only getting in the way of his teammates.
However, there’s Ayaka Tsukimi, the cheerful manager of the volleyball club, who’s always there to reassure Tobari that he’ll be alright.
As the volleyball tournament gets closer, Tobari tries his best to improve in every training session he has with his team in the hopes of becoming a useful player.
Crimson Hero
Crimson Hero follows Nobara Sumiyoshi, a 15-year-old high school student determined to pursue her passion for volleyball against her family's expectations that she take over their traditional Japanese restaurant.
This led Nobara to leave their house to live alone and pursue her aspirations. With the help of her aunt, Nobara became a dorm mother for Crimson Field High School's men's volleyball team!
This volleyball manga series delves into themes of endurance, self-discovery, and the struggle to balance personal goals with familial responsibilities.
Nobara's path will undoubtedly appeal to readers who admire strong-willed protagonists such as Shoyo Hinata of Haikyuu.
Attacker You!
This list would not be complete without the classic volleyball manga, Attacker You!, which first gained popularity in the 80s.
Despite its vintage and retro style, Attacker You! remains a beloved sports manga series that highlights the determination and passion of young athletes.
The series revolves around You Hazuki, a junior high school girl who wants to become a top volleyball player so she decides to move to Tokyo from the countryside.
Despite her father’s objections, she believes that her high-jumping abilities could help her realize her dream someday.
Attack!!
Shoyo Hinata’s high-jumping abilities are impressive, but there’s another athlete who can also jump like him in the volleyball manga series Attack!! by Ooshima Tsukasa.
Meet Harutaka Kato, a first-year high school student at Kakegawa High School, where the volleyball club manager, Maiko, discovers his extraordinary jumping ability.
Because of this, Maiko encouraged Harutaka to join the school’s volleyball team, despite the latter’s disinterest.
Thankfully, Harutaka decided to sign up for the volleyball team, acting smug and arrogant about his ability.
However, Kakegawa High School’s volleyball club has an ace player named Yuta Kaneko, who can block Harutaka!
Harukana Receive
Harukana Receive shifts the focus to beach volleyball, offering a fresh take on the sport.
It also boasts vibrant artwork and a unique setting that makes Harukana Receive a visually appealing and engaging volleyball manga series for Haikyuu fans and volleyball enthusiasts alike.
The story follows Haruka Ozora and Kanata Higa, a pair of cousins who decided to form a beach volleyball team.
As Haruka and Kanata train and compete, they face both external and internal challenges.
2.43: Seiin High School Boys Volleyball Team
2.43: Seiin High School Boys Volleyball Team is a sports anime and manga series that takes a closer look at the intense world of high school volleyball.
This series dives into the emotional and physical challenges faced by young athletes as they strive for greatness on the court.
The series follows genius setter Kimichika Haijima, who returns to his hometown after being expelled from his school's volleyball team.
He reunites with his childhood friend, Yuni Kuroba, at Monshiro Middle School and forms a volleyball team.
However, during their important match at the prefectural tournament, Kuroba breaks under pressure, resulting in a devastating loss and a rift between the childhood friends.
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