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Manga Tak

Manga Tak
Naruto
Ten Dance
Shoujo
Senpai No Kohai
Manga Tak
Mushishi
Akiko Higashimura
Yan Volume 3
Wistoria: Wand and Sword
Me and the Alien Mumu
Record Journey
Baki the Grappler
Witch Hat Atelier
Taiyo Matsumoto
Ping Pong
Revolutionary Girl Utena
Phantom Busters
Unemployed Killers Support Group
One Piece
March Comes In Like A Lion

A Weekly Manga Podcast where we discuss the finest 1st volumes of manga to help you chose your next favourite title and build your collection!

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Recent Guests

Andrea Piras
Professional chef and manga fan
Independent chef, Copenhagen
Episode: Episode 105 - Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto
Allie Oldfield
artist and designer
Independent
Episode: Episode 97 - Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama
AC Yoshimura
Rumiko Takahashi correspondent
Manga Tak (correspondent)
Episode: Episode 88 - Fly Me To The Moon by Kenjiro Hata
Ida Berring Winkler
Driving force behind J-PopCon, guest on the episode
J-PopCon
Episode: Episode 87 - 10 Dance by Inouesatoh
Bastian Najdek
Designer and illustrator featured as a guest discussing Adachi and Short Game
Episode: Episode 83 - Short Game by Mitsuru Adachi
Árni Beck Gunnarsson
Author, translator and fellow podcaster
Independent, Icelandic heritage
Episode: Episode 82 - Vinland Saga by Makoto Yukimura
Son Manga King
Guest on episode, manga reviewer and creator of content about manga
Episode: Episode 80 - RuriDragon by Masaoki Shindo
Nick Westwood
Gamer/YouTuber, creator for RetroBreak
RetroBreak
Episode: Episode 79 - Hirayasumi by Keigo Shinzō
Akira Hiromoto
Illustrator of the book and co-creator, introduced as the collaborator on Super Ball Girls
Hiromoto (artist)
Episode: Episode 76 - Super Ball Girls by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Akira Hiramoto

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • The best manga podcast

    A great podcast with an entertaining host, always well informed with interesting guests. I discovered tons of new titles thank to Mangatak!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chezjibe
    France3 months ago
  • Such a fun pod

    A really good time! And such a cool idea for a podcast if you’re someone who wants recommendations that aren’t just a few minutes worth of clips on social media. Genuinely fun to listen to, and I learn a lot from Manga Tak.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kevvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvin
    United States6 months ago
  • Love it!

    Passionate discussions of manga with great guests! Can’t wait for more :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BudgieBreath
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Manga-nificent

    Love the passion and considers discussion. For the fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martinis at 8
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Excellent stuff from a podcasting pro

    Delightful Manga chat, the host is knowledgable and a pleasure to listen to. Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    halosoul
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Episode 63 - Guyabano Holiday by Panpanya
Q: How does Guyabano Holiday differ from Invitation From A Crab in terms of themes and tone?
The host explains that Guyabano Holiday blends travelogue, autobiographical hints, and travel-to-Philippines segments with more grounded, essay-like elements, while Invitation From A Crab leans toward shorter surreal episodes and stronger episodic humor; the two overlap in their curiosity and exploration of Panpanya's mindset.
Episode 62 - Toilet Bound Hanako-Kun by AidaIro
Q: What drew you to this in the first place, and how did you approach it after watching the anime?
I first noticed the vibrant spine and the eye-catching mix of cute design with darker themes, which drew me in, and after watching the anime I was even more compelled to read the manga to see how the story and art paralleled or diverged from the show.
Episode 73 - The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity by Saki Mikami
Q: How did you originally discover this one and what hooked you enough to read volume one?
Marg describes discovering Kodansha's English release and being drawn in by the characters and covers after a stumble with the long title, noting that the character-driven romance and the evolving relationship helped them commit to volume two.
Episode 105 - Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto
Q: What do you think the flavor of Naruto is, if you had to describe it?
The flavor is like a Tonkotsu ramen: pungent and deep, with a universe of flavors in one bowl, representing Naruto's complexity and the rich world Kishimoto built.
Episode 101 - Me and The Alien Mumu by Hiroki Miyashita
Q: What was your first impression of it, Ginta, when you picked it up?
Ginta explains he was drawn by the cat-meets-technology premise, found the tone approachable, and appreciated how the manga blends humor with accessible explanations of everyday tech.

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A weekly deep-dive into the first volumes of manga, spotlighting why certain openings grab attention, how art and storytelling craft memorable character moments, and what each title reveals about culture, craft, and readership. Episodes regularly feature thoughtful discussions of pacing, paneling, and thematic undercurrents, often weaving in personal anecdotes and cross-disciplinary perspectives (food, music, design) to enrich recommendations for new readers. Notable strengths include expert guests who bring outside perspectives, a knack for connecting manga to broader cultural conversations, and a consistently engaging host dynamic that keeps technical critique accessible for fans and newcomers alike.

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Recent guests on Manga Tak include:

1. Andrea Piras
2. Allie Oldfield
3. AC Yoshimura
4. Ida Berring Winkler
5. Bastian Najdek
6. Árni Beck Gunnarsson
7. Son Manga King
8. Nick Westwood

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