Shuzo Oshimi Manga Ranked From Worst to Best

My ranking of every Shuzo Oshimi manga series released officially in English from worst to best. His most well-known works include Blood on the Tracks , The Flowers of Evil , Inside Mari , Welcome Back Alice , and Happiness.
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[@profotaku]

There sure are a lot of "cliff-hangers" in that super wholesome manga about the son and mother. It truly warms my heart every volume!

[@BlueTempest]

Such a wholesome story!!! 😃😃😃

[@meettheweebfamily]

oh so wholesome!

[@MargReadsManga]

Endearing for sure! 🤭

[@manubeermann6591]

And nontheless my favourite Manga in a long time!

[@pennify2079]

I’m loving welcome back Alice and tbh I thought it was the most wholesome thing written by him that I’ve ever ver read. I saw many ppl online saying they were disturbed by it but honestly, they probably didn’t read any other of his works bc I remember waiting and waiting for the REAL disturbance to kick in (it was still f up sometimes but that’s just what he does in general) and it didn’t come⁉️😭

[@YeahNaw]

Looool. Are you caught up with the latest chapters?

[@YeahNaw]

@@biggiemunch yea maybe delete your comment as there's too many spoilers, even for series that are not even in the topic of this thread

[@luvelyalice]

@@YeahNaw yeah jeez omfg had a turn for the worse

[@pennify2079]

@@YeahNaw I’m not lol I’m still stuck at the chapter where Yohei gets send to the hospital for umm ‘seIf harm’ (💀) and I’m actively scared to continue bc I know Oshimi so well and am aware of the fact that a cute moment like that means it’s about to go CRAZY downhill

[@YeahNaw]

@pennify2079 next month chapter is series finale, so at least you can get it done and over with lmao

[@Racmaster00]

Inside Mari was the first series I read by him and I couldn’t stop reading it. I immediately started buying all of his work. Although I think Blood on the Tracks is my favorite, since it hasn’t finished yet, Inside Mari is easily in my top 10 manga of all time. I finished Flowers of Evil last night. Personally I had a hard time fully getting into it during the first half. I found all of the characters so unlikeable, but I really got roped in during the second half. I’m currently reading Welcome Back Alice while I wait for Blood on the Tracks vol 14 to come out. Next I’ll move on to Happiness

[@gamingcactus4634]

have you finished welcome back alice? i started with it yesterday and finished it and flowers of evil the same day what were your thoughts on alice? i personally loved it and it has changed my view on everything

[@Racmaster00]

@@gamingcactus4634 I'm reading the physical books in English, only 4 are out right now but I'm caught up. I like it, but it's not instantly drawing me in like Inside Mari and Blood on the tracks did. It's a good story, I'm just not instantly hooked yet. I'd say Blood on the tracks > Mari > Happiness > Flowers > Alice. Maybe once I get a bit further into the story it will surpass flowers of evil.

[@jamizahemski6115]

Avant-Garde Yumeko was the first Oshimi I read and it was a fever dream like "what the hell did I just read?" You recommendation of this for more experienced Oshimi fans makes a lot of sense!

[@shuripurin]

Oshimi is my favorite too! I really enjoy hearing someone else talk about his works.

[@josemunoz23]

This was a great list! Just patiently waiting for them to publish Drifting Net Cafe since it sounds just as crazy as his other works

[@nightcrawler2561]

Chi no wadachi is one of my first manga by oshimi. You won't believe it but it become my number 1 Manga I have read till date. Shuuzou oshimi does psychological tag Mangas so good especially flashbacks with Sketch type art style 😮 also so less dialogues and more panels, expression just top notch 👌

[@morganbolan4409]

this was a great ranking! inspired me to reread some of the works i have (and to start picking up welcome back alice)😮

[@BlueTempest]

Yes! I would love to hear your thoughts on Welcome Back Alice!!

[@eric5314]

It was the flower of evil anime that got me to read the manga, first manga I ever read and it changed my outlook on things and relate to a extent of the main character and it’s forever stuck with me, quite literally as got the flower tattooed onto me lol

[@BlueTempest]

That’s awesome, I definitely had a similar experience, although I haven’t watched the anime

[@eric5314]

@@BlueTempest anime is quite unique with its art style but people hate on it cause of how rough the rotoscoping was

[@133774c05]

Matching tattoos buddy lol

[@kaji4517]

Completely agree with your take, bro. Now that 'Blood on the Track' and 'Alice' have finished, I wonder what he will cook up next. While waiting for that, I hope English publishers pick up his remaining two titles: 'Yuutai Nova' and 'Drifting Net Cafe.'

[@Hiomi23]

For me : 1. Blood Of Track 2. Happiness 3. Aku no Hana

[@juliuscaesar9756]

Btw Shino Can't Say Her Name is highly underated! I grew up with a stuttering problem and what she goes through is highly relatable for someone like me! I think most people simply can't relate to the issues it presents.

[@BlueTempest]

Yeah it’s definitely a great story that I’m sure some people out there can relate to! I also especially like the fact that it’s based on Oshimi’s own experiences.

[@chiqxn]

I just finished reading happiness and WOW… First ever story that I’ve ever read or watched that had brought me to tears, I’m definitely gonna read more of his stuff.

[@moaharbor]

I just finished Welcome Back Alice and I can't stop thinking about it. It feels so raw

[@AlmightyNata]

Nice picks. Shuzo Oshimi is one of my favorite mangaka's as well. I still have to check out Happiness.

[@BlueTempest]

Happiness is a must read for any Oshimi fan!

[@MICOXD]

Love the video

[@Timefor8B]

Shuzo Oshimi changed my point of view btw Aku no hana is my favourite ☺️ To survive we really need KZbinrs like you with different point of view keep it up ☺️☺️☺️

[@BlueTempest]

I really appreciate that! 🙏🏻

[@kranibal]

I am new to mangas and Oshimi is already one of my favorite creators!

[@gamingcactus4634]

have finished inside mari, welcome back alice, and flowers of evil and now im going to start happiness and he has officially became my #1 mangaka

[@vincenttran9221]

I slowly always come back to his work because it is so easy to read for me. I soon realized that I have a favorite mangaka 😂

[@bizarreindividual4026]

What a great video! I will make one at some point. Need to reread some first. I hope we get more by him soon.

[@bizarreindividual4026]

11. Haven’t read the pool one yet 10. Devils ecstasy 9. Miss One 8. Happiness 7. Waltz 6. The Mushroom One 5. Welcome Back Alice 4. Can’t Say Her Name One 3. Blood On The Tracks 2. The Flowers of Evil 1. Inside Mari

[@BlueTempest]

@@bizarreindividual4026 Solid list!

[@KillerTacos54]

Great video!

[@BlueTempest]

Thanks! 😄

[@juliuscaesar9756]

I'm interested to see this video! Oshimi is probably my favorite mangaka. Btw how did you get a copy of Waltz?

[@calm623]

Thanks for video Enjoyed

[@BlueTempest]

Thank you for watching!

[@skorpii13]

🐐 tempest with the 🐐ed takes

[@BlueTempest]

👀

[@FushiVerse]

I’ve only read four of his works, this is how I would rank them: 1. Flowers of Evil 2. Blood on the Tracks 3. Happiness 4. Welcome Back, Alice! One of the only mangaka who can make me read 75%-100% of the series in one sitting

[@meettheweebfamily]

Really enjoyed hearing your thoughts on this! The only thing I super disagree with was how high you ranked Shino Can't Say Her Name. Can't stand that manga... Here is my off the top of the head rankings: 10 - Shino Can't Say Her Name 9 - Avant Garde Yumeko 8 - Miss Kusakabe 7 - Waltz 6 - Sweet Poolside 5 - Welcome Back Alice 4 - Devil Ecstasy 3 - Blood on the Tracks 2 - Inside Mari 1 - The Flowers of Evil Happiness I can't rank as I haven't read it yet, but I will probably do so next month.

[@BlueTempest]

Appreciate it 🙏🏻 and very solid list! I’m curious to hear your thoughts on Happiness once you’ve read it!

[@stonedskeptic4146]

My rankings are almost exactly like yours, don't forget to check out both Drifting Net Cafe and Yutai Nova as well, Drifting Net Cafe was pretty a pretty intense read.

[@YOMA_MANGA]

Devil Ecstasy was so wacky, but I was thoroughly entertained 😂

[@BlueTempest]

Agreed! It was so ridiculous and out there that it just ended up being funny and entertaining for me as well 😂

[@kalabring]

One manga of his that I read was Drifting Net Cafe. I don't really remember the plot, but I'm pretty sure I enjoyed it.

[@weeaboba1776]

End the argument,guys, but I believe everyone ought to collaborate that Blood on Tracks is by far and away the greatest manga in his collection.

[@SanguchitoPapa]

Yeah blood on the tracks have a lot of CLIFF-hangers, if you know what i mean

[@samcyphers2902]

Blood on the Tracks lost me so hard when Sei goes out in the snow in the middle of the night and finds...yada yada yada. I won't spoil it. The work seemed so creepily plausible up till then. Like this could really happen. Abusive parents like Seiko do exist. But then every event from the snow scene onward just stressed credulity too much.

[@Twoseconds001]

Flowers of evil sure taught me a lot and one of the most beautiful ending I've seen

[@Stillxxen]

10:40 I've ordered first book yesterday, I can't wait to read it!

[@MatuTeRecomienda]

Hello, I loved the content of your video. My English sucks so I'll use the beautiful sexy Google Translate. What other manga works could you recommend that are similar to the works of Shuzo Oshimi and Inio Asano? I've already read everything about both. I was left wanting to read more dark, romantic coming of age's, with nihilistic touches and the flourishing sexual awakening. Anyway, thanks for reading and great video.

[@uniformdown6012]

inside mari and flowers of evil are tied for me

[@ChesterLivingstonIII]

How many volumes are there for Devil Ecstasy?

[@JoeNuts21]

Welcome back Alice gotta be number 2

[@IIRemyII]

He is definitely my favorite mangaka along with Fujimoto

[@BlueTempest]

Fujimoto is also the 🐐

[@spiritcircle9599]

Out of everything, I didn't really enjoy sweet poolside. But it's his notes and thoughts at the end of the volumes that soften my dislike, haha. I think his one shots that we have are just okay. Flowers of Evil is my top pick also. I really need to re read his works!

[@BlueTempest]

Yeah his one shots aren’t his best works but I still enjoy them for what they are

[@kimshin444]

Hello I have a question for you whats the best manga you have read so far???

[@BlueTempest]

Watch this video and you’ll find out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIfblYqgip1-q7M

[@mariomariscal3756]

Explain kusakabe-san bro what was he trynna say???? “Sex bad” “life weird” “fuck it we ball”?????? My brain is fried trynna figure this shit out bro

[@BlueTempest]

honestly bro i am completely on the same page as you with miss kusakabe… I really have no idea what Oshimi was trying to cook with that one 💀

[@MargReadsManga]

Here’s my ranking (since you asked 😜) #1 Blood on the Tracks #2 Flowers of Evil #3 Happiness #4 Shino Can’t Say Her Name #5 Inside Mari These are ones I didn’t care for… #6 Welcome Back Alice (dropped) #7 Waltz #8 Miss Kusakabe As for the rest, I don’t have an interest in reading them. 🫣 I just know they aren’t for me.

[@BlueTempest]

Great ranking! 🙌🏻

[@zerona_]

they need to print drifting net cafe asap

[@TalkativeDog]

okaeri alice is favorite... Aku no Hana i dont know why but i don't understood.. i dont know what kind of message the autor wants to transmit but i don't get

[@luispirela7196]

11:30 god damn

[@MargReadsManga]

Great video! Blood on the Tracks is the BEST! Miss Kusakabe was the WORST! I’m hoping we get Drifting Net Cafe soon!!

[@BlueTempest]

Thank you! and I can definitely see why you and many others say Blood on the Tracks is his best work! If it keeps up the momentum/quality that it’s had so far then It’ll definitely rise the ranks of my personal list!

[@lorky4014]

Sweet Poolside was the first ever manga i've read of his and all I can say is that I thought the close up of the FL's pubic hair was creepy/creepily drawn and disturbing and all that, genuinely did NOT enjoy that, I do know I'd like The Flowers of Evil, Happiness and blood on the tracks but that being the first thing of his I've read, I'd say I picked the worst one of his works to start with lol, art was good, story was weird and creepy.

[@van-hieuvo8208]

Happiness is my least favorite unfortunately. This one seems to be the sloppiest in terms of its psychology, with things that are told in flashbacks in a shoehorned and clumsy way. Relationships between characters are established or changed too quickly and feel unearned. At first I was intrigued because supernaturality seemed unusual for this author, but by the end I felt empty and disappointed, given how much I'd enjoyed Blood on the Tracks and Welcome back, Alice. I guess there are themes about religious/cultic zealotry and how religious delusion can push troubled people to the extreme. There's also some rather shallow exploration into how people with atypical life experience cope with their lives, but I think Interviews with Monster Girls does a much better and more wholesome job than Happiness.