Animan, Vol. 1

by Takuya Okada, Ko Ransom (Translator)

Are we the predators, or the prey? When an unsuspecting father and daughter stumble upon a strange gathering of humanoid animals with a taste for fine cuisine, their worst nightmare is about to begin. Here, creatures who are not quite human—and not quite animal at that—raise humans as livestock and slaughter them to put meat on the table. Through this bizarre and horrific tale, society’s morals are put to the ultimate What does it truly mean to consume another living being?

Genres: Manga

208 pages, Paperback

Published December 16, 2025

Reviews

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

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After a car accident strands a father and his daughter, they find themselves on a farm with anthropomorphic animals who are very welcoming and accommodating. The niceties are dispensed fairly quickly, however, when they reveal that their farm is raising humans for their consumption. They set the father and daughter outside for a hunt as the animals chase them down with guns and hunting “humans” trained like traditional hunting dogs. The village surrounding this farm is full of further animals with jobs sustaining a small society all for the sake of raising quality humans, dedicated to preparing delicious dishes from much of the slaughtered person, and respecting the life that was given for the sustenance.

There is quite a bit of violence and gore in this manga, but it also lays bare the cycle of slaughter and consumption that humans participate on a daily basis as we raise and consume animals for our nourishment. This is eye opening and says a lot about being thankful for the life we take in consuming an animal, and there is also opportunity for discussion about the disconnect between consumers and buying meat in the supermarket or from a restaurant without understanding or paying mind to where it came from. However, this story moves beyond and loses the plot a bit with scenes of bestiality. The back 1/3 of volume one develops hastily into a larger society with tumbling world-building that goes much too fast, almost like it was rushing to keep readers engaged before they cancelled the series. It develops into something else entirely different than the commentary on consumption where it began.

Sara's Rating: 5/10
Suitability Level: Adult

[Bibliophileverse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Animan by Takuya Okada is a powerful and reflective graphic novel that exposes how the world is ruthlessly controlled by strong capitalists, while the weak are reduced to mere pawns—used for research, survival, and even food. The storyline is gripping, thought-provoking, and filled with tension that keeps you hooked throughout. I especially loved the plot and the impactful ending, which left me eagerly waiting for the release of Volume 2. The graphics are stunning, and the characters leave a lasting impression long after you finish reading. It was so compelling that I ended up binge-reading the entire volume in a single day.

[Stronkberry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Only the strong survive and the weak will perish. I liked the many plot shifts that happen in just this one volume, it keeps the reader from guessing what is happening. The story asks, what if humans were farmed like cattle, hunted like game by antromorphic animals who feed on humans, meat that is stuffed in the humans' own organs, precisely cooked and to be devoured by elitist animals. It is ironic to see the switch, which didn't elicit empathy from me but a cold, harsh, though of, "better the animals, than me." Anyway if you get grossed out on gorey scenes, don't pick this up. If you want an interesting read try this out.

[Zephorah Dove · Rating 3 out of 5]

Where will the story go from here?! Thanks so much to the publishers for the DRC. Reading this felt morally wrong but it was also intriguing.

I got major Animal Farm vibes from this volume (Animal Farm turned cannibalism). The flow of the volume was interesting; at no point did I know where it was going or who was going to do what. The twist and introduction of chimeras was done well and seeing how it's a whole network was creepy.

This volume is truly a 3.5 read . I want to read more but I'm also questioning if my stomach can handle actual food after this.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was interesting and gruesome and had twists at every corner. I thought I knew where it was going and then there'd be a new development that threw me off. I kept wondering how this would become a series and even now I still don't know. Is it going to follow Chika? Are we going to follow more random characters and learn more about this fucked up society? I don't know, but I don't think I'm quite curious enough to find out.

[Adhara Black · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have very mixed feelings about this manga. I feel like they are trying way too hard to be "disturbing" while not giving anything fresh. I was expecting a little bit more, but they chose a safe approach - when I was hoping for a critique of eating meat, instead it's like everyone eats everyone, and that's fine. But I will give them a second chance to prove me wrong.

[Raaven💖]

This series is messed up but I keep on reading

[Hannah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have so many questions that I need answers to. So guess I’ll be picking up volume 2

[Anna Frohling · Rating 2 out of 5]

Something Peta would post and go 'still like cheese?'

[Ariel · Rating 5 out of 5]

WHAT THE HELL… THAT WAS AWESOME I NEED THE NEXT ONE STAT

[Alexandra Dooley · Rating 3 out of 5]

A disturbing story, my only real problem was the really unnecessary SA scene.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting and thought provoking, but a bit fast paced for the first volume.

[Shep · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was disturbing and I loved it