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For those entirely new to the medium, starting with universally acclaimed, accessible series is key. These titles avoid the most esoteric tropes of anime while showcasing its unique storytelling strengths.

Genre: Psychological Thriller, Supernatural, Mystery Where to watch/read: Netflix, Hulu, Viz Media Hentaied 24 08 23 Rikako Katayama Pillow Talks ...

Why it’s perfect for beginners: There is no fighting, no "power levels," and no filler episodes (only 37). It is a chess match between geniuses. A high school student finds a notebook that kills anyone whose name he writes in it. A detective tries to catch him. It is Breaking Bad for anime fans. For those entirely new to the medium, starting

The Manga: Tsugumi Ohba’s art (by Takeshi Obata) is iconic. The manga includes a longer "post-L" arc that the anime truncated. Hardcore fans prefer the manga's ending. It is a chess match between geniuses

If you are new to the medium, these are the "bankable" hits. They are popular for a reason: incredible animation, universal themes, and addictive plots.

These will make you cry, reflect, or question life.