5 Manga Written by Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Former Assistants

The author of the Chainsaw Man, Tatsuki Fujimoto, has a much deeper creative legacy than his works. Some of his previous assistants have, over the years, gone on to create some amazing manga of their own - work that has the same kind of energy, emotion, and unpredictability. These manga by former assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto demonstrate the effects of his mentorship and narrative presence on the shonen and seinen series of the modern world. Whether crafting supernatural thrillers or post-apocalyptic epics, these storytellers continue the artistic legacy of Fujimoto, delivering some of the most captivating and thrilling stories in the industry.

Chainsaw Man hasn’t just redefined the shonen genre in recent years, it has also inspired a new generation of artists with fresh ideas and bold visions. Naturally, fans are curious about the works of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s former assistants, many of whom have already achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success. The answer is a resounding yes: several of Fujimoto’s former assistants have gone on to create their own major serializations, featured in prominent magazines like Shonen Jump and Magazine Pocket. Here are five noteworthy titles that are definitely worth checking out.

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Famous Manga Written by Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Former Assistants

5. Ayashimon by Yuji Kaku

Ayashimon, written by one of the early assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto, was produced by Yuji Kaku, an assistant on Fire Punch. Kaku would later achieve fame with Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku and would come back with Ayashimon in Weekly Shonen Jump. It is based on the life of a boy, Maruo, who is a big fan of manga and gets involved in the world of yakuza supernatural creatures called Ayashimon. Ayashimon was a unique show in its brief existence, with its gritty action and acute meta-criticism of shonen features. The artwork and lightning-fast narrative in the manga obviously owe a lot to the influence of Fujimoto - particularly the way it strikes the right balance between unplanned, ridiculous humor and poignancy.

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4. Gachiakuta by Kei Urana

Another standout manga by a former assistant of Tatsuki Fujimoto is Gachiakuta, which is still ongoing in Weekly Shonen Magazine. Created by Kei Urana, a former collaborator of Fujimoto, the series is set in a futuristic society where society’s outcasts are cast into a deadly gully, an eerie place where the trash itself comes to life. Rudo, the main hero, has been wrongly accused of a crime, and he has to survive in this wasteland as he discovers the truth of his world. It is very animated, with stunning action visuals and expressive character designs that resemble Chainsaw Man, and is given by Urana a distinctive visual touchpoint, with Hideyoshi Ando, a graffiti artist, making Gachiakuta one of the most visually appealing shonen manga nowadays.

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3. Dandadan by Yukinobu Tatsu

Dandadan, perhaps the most well-known manga by the former assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto, has been a phenomenon since it was first published in Shonen Jump+. Produced by Yukinobu Tatsu, who also worked as an assistant in Chainsaw Man and Fire Punch, the manga is a sci-fi, horror, romance, and comedy bomb. The story follows Momo Ayase and Okarun as they encounter aliens and ghosts, navigating bizarre battles while exploring themes of adolescence and faith. The art of cinema, the expressive and unpredictable nature of the manga, all reverberate the sensibilities of Fujimoto - but the storytelling of Tatsu is completely independent. It has been so successful that it is currently under production as an anime by Science SARU.

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2. Kyokuto Necromance by Yuuki Ikeda

Yuuki Ikeda, another of Fujimoto’s former assistants, made a mark with Kyokuto Necromance, a dark fantasy action series serialized in Shonen Jump+. The former assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto, in this manga, explore the tale of a tragic, character-driven manga, one that explores loss, responsibility, and heroism at a price, considering that the protagonist of this tale is cursed never to touch the woman he adores. The manga’s visual style leans heavily on gothic influences, featuring striking contrasts and hauntingly beautiful designs. While it may not have achieved the global popularity of Dandadan, Kyokuto Necromance remains a respected title among dedicated manga readers for its emotionally charged storytelling and mature themes.

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1. Nue’s Exorcist by Kota Kawae

First on this list of manga by the former assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto is Nue’s Exorcist, by Kota Kawae, who had assisted Fujimoto on Chainsaw Man. The series was launched in Weekly Shonen Jump and immediately attracted attention due to the dark exorcism themes and detailed and fluid style of the art. It is a follow-up of a young boy who develops an uncomfortable friendship with a mysterious Nue to fight supernatural menaces. The fans have praised the way Nue has adopted the Exorcist and incorporated the skills of Fujimoto to blend horror and humor, all without creating its own mythology and emotional heart. It is still young and has tremendous potential, but it proves that the assistants of Fujimoto still influence the creation of modern manga.

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The emergence of these manga by assistants of Tatsuki Fujimoto is a reiteration of the extent to which his artistic philosophy has permeated the succeeding generation of manga artists. Such concepts as Dandadan and Gachiakuta have demonstrated that not only can bold concepts and experimental design flourish in the mainstream, but also that it can be quite profitable. All these authors, Yuji Kaku, Kei Urana, Yukinobu Tatsu, Yuuki Ikeda, and Kota Kawae, have used the signature energy of storytelling of Fujimoto, rearranged it in their own fashion. Since readers will still want emotionally charged, pushing the limits stories, it is evident that the artistic legacy created by the creator of Chainsaw Man will remain the future of manga.