The manga Chainsaw Man it continues to expand its international success and has once again surpassed Kimetsu no Yaiba in weekly sales, according to the most recent report from Oricon. Between September 22 and 28, the work of Tatsuki Fujimoto sold around 172,517 copies, more than double the 77,796 registered by Kimetsu no Yaiba during the same period.
The report also confirms that Chainsaw Man he has reached a new record with 31 million copies in circulation through their 22 volumes. The most recent volume was released on September 4, just before the Japanese premiere of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. After the release of the film and its favorable reception, sales of the manga increased significantly.
With the upcoming arrival of the feature film in theaters in the United States, a new rebound in international sales is expected. This momentum reinforces the franchise's position within the global manga market, where it has maintained sustained growth since its debut.
Comparison with other franchises
Although Chainsaw Man it is still far from the most of 220 million copies accumulated by Kimetsu no Yaiba, the new record places it above titles like Black Clover, which has 24 million copies distributed in 37 volumes. The result shows the relevance of Fujimoto's work in the current manga panorama.
Growth driven by history
Unlike the cinematic success of Kimetsu no Yaiba powered by ufotable, the rise of Chainsaw Man it has been sustained primarily by its narrative. With the second part of the manga underway and new animated adaptations in development, interest in the franchise continues to expand.
