# K MANGA — Kodansha official manga app

> Official Kodansha manga app with daily free chapters and original series. (iPhone/iPad app by Kodansha Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k-manga/id1637040002 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kodansha Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/373970453)
- Category: Books, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 2,627 App Store ratings · 272 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 70 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k-manga/id1637040002/reviews.md

## What is K MANGA?

==K MANGA-Manga & Comics==
Welcome to K MANGA - the official Kodansha manga app where you can dive into your favorite Kodansha titles every day. With K MANGA, you can immerse yourself in renowned titles such as 'Attack on Titan', 'Ghost in the Shell', 'Fairy Tail', 'Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting Spirits', 'Tokyo Revengers', and many more.


Enjoy reading popular manga, ongoing series available simultaneously in Japan and the US, or explore new original series on K MANGA right from your phone or tablet. Dive into a new story whenever you like. Show your support for your favorite authors by reading the titles through official releases.

Why K MANGA?

- Access to a vast collection of over 500 titles from Kodansha’s Manga Catalog
- More than 60 original manga series available the moment they are published in Japan
- Discover fresh stories from your favorite titles, original series, and continuously added new titles
- Read a new chapter for free every day
- Encompasses a wide range of genres from Action, Romance, Sports, Isekai, Suspense, Drama, Fantasy, and more
- Official service that supports your favorite authors


Explore Famous Kodansha Manga:
- 'Attack on Titan'
- 'Ghost in the Shell'
- 'Fairy Tail'
- 'Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting Spirits'
- 'Tokyo Revengers'
- 'Initial D'


Discover K MANGA Original Series Simulpubbed with Japan:
- 'Don’t Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro'
- 'The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity'
- 'WIND BREAKER'
- 'As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World'
- 'Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian'


Explore a diverse array of genres including Action, Romance, Sports, Isekai, Suspense, Outlaws, Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life, Shojo, and more.


If you're a fan of K MANGA or curious about our latest titles, follow us on X: [https://twitter.com/KMANGA_KODANSHA] - Stay updated on our releases and exciting news!

## Key features

- Vast collection of over 500 Kodansha manga titles
- Over 60 original manga series simulpubbed with Japan
- Read a new chapter for free every day
- Diverse genres including Action, Romance, Fantasy, and more
- Official service supporting favorite authors
- Explore popular series like Attack on Titan and Tokyo Revengers

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 99Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 499Points | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1599Points | $15.99 | one-time |
| 799Points | $7.99 | one-time |
| 2499Points+81Bonus Points | $24.99 | one-time |
| 99Points+49Bonus Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 99Points+99Bonus Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 499Points+16Bonus Points | $4.99 | one-time |
| 799Points+122Bonus Points | $7.99 | one-time |
| 99Points+99Bonus Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500Points + 20Bonus Points | $5.00 | one-time |
| 100Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 100Points+100Bonus Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 400Points | $4.00 | one-time |
| 800Points | $8.00 | one-time |
| 1600Points | $16.00 | one-time |
| 2500Points+80Bonus Points | $25.00 | one-time |
| 100Points + 50Bonus Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 100Points+100Bonus Points(New) | $1.00 | one-time |
| 800Points + 120Bonus Points | $8.00 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #93 in Top Free · Book (US App Store)
- #37 in Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

## What do users think of K MANGA?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Great customer support
- 👍 Enjoying latest chapters and love ticket promotions
- 👍 Nothing wrong tbh

**Cons**

- 💰 Monthly Payment
- 💰 Incredible Cash Grab
- 💰 Pricing system is awful
- 💰 Terrible, why no subscription service?
- 💰 Horrible Monetization
- 💰 Confusing and expensive
- 💰 Clunky and Worse than the Competitors
- 💰 Great selection bad prices
- 🔍 Limited chapters
- 🔍 Can't Use Features
- 🔍 App not functioning
- 🔍 Could be much better
- 🔍 Odd Service Choices
- 🔍 Inconsistent and needs changes
- 🔍 Disappointing
- 🔍 Terrible experience
- 🔍 Currently wasted potential
- 🔍 Potential but needs changes
- 🔍 Ad filled and outdated design
- 🔍 The absolute worst way to read manga
- 🔍 Worst official manga app
- 🔍 Don't give this app a try
- 🔍 App Outclassed By Competition
- 🔍 Clunky and Worse than the Competitors
- 🔍 Honestly a hassle
- 🔍 The Horrendous Japanese Model Strikes Again
- 🔍 Just why?
- 🔍 Definitely not worth it
- 🔍 Disappointed
- 🔍 Odd Service Choices
- 🔍 Disappointing to say the least
- 🔍 Disappointed
- 🔍 Disappointed Beyond Belief
- 🔍 Disappointing
- 🔍 Complete failure of an app
- 🔍 Terrible. Why no subscription service?
- 🔍 App Outclassed By Competition
- 🔍 Clunky and Worse than the Competitors
- 🔍 Great selection bad prices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Screenshots
- App not allowing sign on

**Most requested features**

- Landscape mode when browsing
- Subscription option
- Make free chapters downloadable

## Recent user reviews (10 of 272)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k-manga/id1637040002/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The WORST

*2026-08-18, version 3.3.1*

If I could read this manga anywhere else I would. So bad   I’m fr here having to say it. Points are awful, ads are impossible ya can’t even exit out of them. BS tbh, -2 rating

### 3/5 — Point System is very frustrating

*2026-08-16, version 3.3.1*

I would like to give this app a better review. One hand, they have picked up and translated a lot of series no one else will license in English. On the other hand, the point system is horrible. They have a way to earn free points by playing games in other apps, but it is inconsistent as to whether it works or not. I wasted hours playing a stupid game to earn points only to be told I broke some terms of service and won’t be given the points (I didn’t break any rules). I gave up earning coins on places like WEBTOONS because I was running into similar issues. I WEBTOONS, I was able to argue my case and received the coins in the end after arguing with the help ticket a bit, but not on this app. TapJoy seems to run most of the games and their customer service makes me lividly angry. It’s a scam as far as I’m concerned. Please make KManga a subscription, and I’d be happy to pay a monthly fee rather than coin by coin.

### 3/5 — To expensive

*2026-08-11, version 3.3.1*

To expensive

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-08-02, version 3.2.0*

Amazing

### 4/5 — Good but expensive

*2026-08-02, version 3.2.0*

Like the content but so expensive

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-08-01, version 3.2.0*

To read a single series and buy tickets to read it, it will cost you around 194 dollars vs other apps that have monthly subscriptions for unlimited reading

### 1/5 — ticket system

*2026-07-28, version 3.2.0*

i used to get log in tickets, but now it doesn’t do it. i have no clue why it hasn’t been giving them to me and it’s very annoying! i even logged out and back in and it didn’t work.

### 5/5 — It’s really good!!

*2026-07-20, version 3.0.1*

I’m so happy that I got this app I’m really having fun reading all of it and I’m really happy that you made this app where we can all read what we want and stuff I hope you can keep making it and building up.

### 1/5 — POS pricing model

*2026-07-17, version 3.0.1*

Don't use K Manga. They want you to spend $100 to read a single manga. I would soon rather off myself then use this service.

### 1/5 — Can’t use screen mirroring function

*2026-07-13, version 3.0.1*

I normally read manga virtually on my couch while mirroring my phone’s screen to my smart TV so I can appreciate the artwork more and I don’t have to look at such a small screen. This is the first app I’ve used where I try to screen mirror and it closes the chapter saying “can’t screen record while reading”. I understand why you shouldn’t be able to screen record, but screen mirroring is an entirely different function. Disappointing.

## Frequently asked questions about K MANGA

### What is K MANGA?

K MANGA is the official Kodansha manga app that provides access to a large collection of their manga titles. You can read popular series, ongoing titles, and discover new original series directly on your phone or tablet. The app aims to offer an official and convenient way to enjoy manga while supporting the creators.

### What are the key features of K MANGA?

Key features include access to over 500 Kodansha manga titles, more than 60 original series released simultaneously with Japan, and the ability to read one new chapter for free every day. It also covers a wide range of genres and allows users to support their favorite authors through official readings.

### How much does K MANGA cost?

The app offers a free reading option where you can read one new chapter daily without charge. While the app itself is free to download and use, it does have in-app purchases, suggesting that additional content or features may be available for purchase.

### What kind of manga can I find on K MANGA?

K MANGA features a diverse array of genres, including Action, Romance, Sports, Isekai, Suspense, Drama, Fantasy, and Slice of Life. You can find renowned titles such as 'Attack on Titan', 'Ghost in the Shell', 'Fairy Tail', and 'Tokyo Revengers', as well as many original series.

### Can I read manga from K MANGA on my computer?

The description specifically mentions reading on your 'phone or tablet', implying that the primary platform for K MANGA is mobile devices. There is no mention of a web browser version or desktop application for reading manga.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.1 — 2026-08-04

- The K MANGA newsletter is now available! You can opt in to receive the Newsletter in your My Page Settings menu under Newsletter Settings.
- Design and UI elements have been updated.
- Some portions of the internal code have been optimized.

### 3.2.0 — 2026-07-21

- Design and UI elements have been updated.
- Some portions of the internal code have been optimized.

### 3.0.1 — 2026-03-12

- Dark Mode has been added.
   You can now change your theme from My Page under Settings > Appearance.
- Design and UI elements have been updated.
- Some portions of the internal code have been optimized.

### 2.6.6 — 2025-12-08

- Some of the internal program code has been optimized.

### 2.6.1 — 2025-11-11

- Some of the internal program code has been optimized.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*