Considering the bizarre premise and odd reincarnations that make up the isekai landscape, comedic relief is a standard element in most narratives. However, some isekai manga up the ante in the humor department with their hilarious setups and slapstick comedy. Be it gender-bender antics or reincarnation as a strange object, the isekai theme presents limitless setups for an unhinged, comical sketch.
While comedic storylines are often tied to romcoms, these isekai manga challenge this preset notion through a range of absurdly amusing narratives. Some manga rely on satire, while others amuse audiences through deadpan comedy, all leading to equally comical storylines.
7 I was Reincarnated as a Hot Spring in an Alternate World, and I’m Way too Effective
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.26/5
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Release Date |
Feb 24, 2017 |
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No. Of Chapters |
22 |
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Author |
Mitsuishi Shouna |
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Japanese Title |
Isekai Onsen ni Tensei shita Ore no Kounou ga Tondemosugiru |
Isekai manga are known for their absurd reincarnation plots, and I was Reincarnated as a Hot Spring in an Alternate World takes the cake with a protagonist reborn as a hot spring. Atami Kusatsu, a high school student, meets his demise while on his way to an onsen.
He receives another chance at life, ironically, as the same onsen he sought to relax in before his death. The premise of this isekai manga may be amusing on its own, yet hilarity ensues as an assemblage of beautiful babes frequent the hot spring protagonist for his therapeutic onsen.
6 Only I Know That This World Is a Game
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.40/5
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Release Date |
Jul 4, 2014 |
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No. Of Chapters |
48 |
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Author |
Usbar |
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Japanese Title |
Kono Sekai ga Game da to Ore dake ga Shitteiru |
Isekai manga set in video games are fairly common, but the game being a complete glitchy mess is certainly a first. Souma Sagara gets sucked into his current pastime, New Communicate Online, but the video game is notorious for being laced with malicious viruses, bugs, and even purposely placed traps by developers.
Luckily for Souma, he is well-acquainted with the game’s buggy antics, meaning surviving the game would be a breeze. The novel setting of a glitchy video game is rather amusing, and the eccentricities of Only I Know That This World Is a Game truly make the manga stand out.
5 Zangyaku Sugiru Isekai Demo Suzuki Wa Kawaii
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.50
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Release Date |
Jul 4, 2022 |
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No. Of Chapters |
11 |
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Author |
Light Tuchihi |
More often than not, reincarnated protagonists receive a special cheat skill to aid them in their isekai adventures. For Takashi Suzuki, his cheat skill granted him the power to be loved by all, though this power isn’t exactly what he had imagined, turning him into a cutesy, adorable boy.
Tragically, the world he is reincarnated into is a wasteland filled with criminals, looters, and bloodthirsty monsters. With cuteness as his weapon of choice, Takashi attracts the affection of demons and monsters, turning Zangyaku Sugiru Isekai Demo Suzuki Wa Kawaii’s horrid setting into a hotbed of comedy and humor.
4 The Ride-On King
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.93/5
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Release Date |
May 26, 2018 |
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No. Of Chapters |
67+ |
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Author |
Yasushi Baba |
Alexander Plutinov is an eccentric character, born with a love for riding and conquering, be it animals or machines. After rising through the ranks and becoming the president of a nation, Alexander had conquered everything he could in this world.
A terrorist attack leads to his transmigration to a mythical world, but instead of wanting to go back, Alexander is more than excited to ride new creatures, be it orcs, centaurs, or even dragons. The Ride-On King’s premise might seem absurd, yet this isekai manga checks all the boxes for an entertaining and hilarious read.
3 The Reborn Prince Wants to Be Lazy
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.93/10
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Release Date |
Jan 12, 2018 |
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No. Of Chapters |
26 |
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Author |
Nagomu Asahina |
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Japanese Title |
Tensei Ouji wa Daraketai |
True to its namesake, The Reborn Prince Wants to Be Lazy follows a college student reincarnated as a prince, yet his ambitions in life are the furthest thing from nobility. The new prince merely wishes to relax and resign himself to a quaint existence, but the amusing situations that arise certainly won’t make that easy for him.
Phil Gleshart’s every attempt at escaping the responsibilities of nobleship backfires, and the bizarre situations he gets fettered into are comical, to say the least. While the premise of this isekai manga might not be anything unique, it’s surely a worthwhile read for those looking for a humor-filled narrative.
2 I’ll Become a Villainess Who Will Go Down in History: The More Villainous I Become, the More the Prince Dotes on Me
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.11/5
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Release Date |
May 5, 2020 |
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No. Of Chapters |
22+ |
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Author |
Izumi Ookido |
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Japanese Title |
Rekishi ni Nokoru Akujo ni Naru zo: Akuyaku Reijou ni Naru hodo Ouji no Dekiai wa Kasoku suru you desu! |
Known for her malicious nature and dark presence, Alicia is a true villainess, albeit that of an otome game. However, a fan of the game, and a staunch admirer of Alicia, finds herself in her idol’s place after a truck ends up running her over.
With her wish granted, the new Alicia sets out on her villainess adventure by being as wicked and malevolent as she could, with the goal of being the greatest villainess of all time. I’ll Become a Villainess Who Will Go Down in History: The More Villainous I Become, the More the Prince Dotes on Me presents a unique spin on the isekai otome narrative with an eager villainess, though her antics often end up as comic relief.
1 An Observation Log of My Fiancé Who Calls Herself a Villainess
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.24/5
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Release Date |
May 7, 2018 |
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No. Of Chapters |
38 |
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Author |
Shiki |
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Japanese Title |
Jishou Akuyaku Reijou na Konyakusha no Kansatsu Kiroku |
Isekai villainess narratives are already laced with humor, yet An Observation Log of My Fiancée Who Calls Herself a Villainess furthers the comical absurdities with an airhead villainess desperate to be evil. Despite her earnest attempts at being the villainess, Bertia Ibil Noches’ actions always end up coming off as kind and sincere to others.
For Prince Cecil, Bertia’s fiancé, the claims of being a villainess end up adding nothing but amusement to his day. The string of misunderstandings and whimsical moments throughout the manga end up making the entire premise an extremely entertaining and comedic experience.
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