Updated on October 14, 12:39 p.m. (GMT+8): Updated manga chapter status.
Calling all aspiring athletes and fans of underdog stories. If you’re searching for a manga that will leave you feeling pumped up and ready to take on any challenge, then look no further than the Haikyuu manga.
This captivating sports series follows Shoyo Hinata, a high school boy with a big dream — to become a phenomenal volleyball player despite his short stature.
Written and illustrated by Haruichi Furudate, Haikyuu originally ran in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 2012 to 2020.
The series offers a satisfying journey for readers who crave intense competition, inspiring determination, and the camaraderie forged on the volleyball court.
Where to read the Haikyuu manga right now
The main Haikyuu manga is completed with 405 chapters spread across 45 volumes. If you’re eager to start your sports series journey, you have two platforms to choose from.
The first option is through VIZ Media, the official English publisher of Haikyuu in North America. To unlock all the chapters and binge-read the series, you must create a free account and subscribe for a monthly fee of US$2.
Manga Plus, Shueisha’s international platform, also offers fans a way to read volleyball manga. You can download their app or visit their website to access the series.
Keep in mind that Manga Plus allows access to the first three chapters, and you can read each chapter only once.
You can also read the spin-off manga Haikyuubu, illustrated by Kyohei Miyajami.
This lighthearted series focuses on the off-court antics and daily lives of your favorite volleyball clubs, including Aoba Johsai, Shiratorizawa, Nekoma, and Fukurodani.
According to the Shonen Jump Plus website, it’s currently ongoing and has 155 chapters collected in 12 volumes.
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