Just like manga are comic books from Japan, manhwas are comics and print cartoons with their roots linked to Korea. Anime has got the worldwide recognization it always deserved; however, manhwa is still a new term for many fans, despite being the storehouse to some of the most captivating stories.
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The major reason for manhwas not becoming as popular as manga is mainly because not many of those are adapted into anime. However, there are still some great Korean works that have been brought to life with their adaptation, and if you are an anime fan, then you ought to watch them. So, here are some of the best anime based on Korean manhwa.
Also known as Black God, Kurokami is a Japanese-Korean manhwa by Dall Young Lim. The illustrations for the manhwa are done by Park Sung-woo, also known for the illustrations of Space Dandy, one of the well-known space-related anime. Although the series is not completely Korean, it is as linked to Korea as it is to Japan.
The series is based on the life of Keita Ibuki, a young computer programmer. In the world of Kurokami, three identical-looking people exist who share between them an energy force called Kerra, which tells about the life energy an individual possesses. Keita’s life completely changes when he meets a young girl named Kuro.
6Blade Of The Phantom Master
Here’s an action and epic fantasy anime film based on Korean mythology, so Blade of the Phantom Master is a great way to explore Korean culture in no time. The manhwa series was serialized in Korea and Japan from 2001 to 2007, while the movie was released in 2004. The English translation of the film is also available.
Munsu is the main character of the series who seeks revenge upon the man responsible for killing his best friend and the king of Jushin, which led to the downfall of the empire. As he goes through his revengeful journey, many challenges come his way.
5When I Woke Up I Became A Bagel Girl
This manhwa-inspired anime brings the concept of the gender-bender story, filled with all the necessary fantasy and comedy that the fandom searches for. The series consists of 15 episodes in total, animated by Studio Animal.
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The series is based on the life of a clumsy and ugly-looking nerd named Jeong Bong-gi, who could mostly be seen playing games as an escape from the real world. One day when he wakes up, he finds himself turned into a cute-looking girl with a marvelous body.
4The God Of High School
Shows set up in high school never fail to entertain the fans, and here’s one written and illustrated by Yongje Park. Especially those who never get tired of watching the anime adaptations by MAPPA will surely love to watch The God of High School. The series draws inspiration from Korean and Chinese mythology.
A martial art tournament named The God of the High School is hosted where opponents from all around the globe gather for the competition. As for the prize of the tournament, the winner gets one wish fulfilled.
Lookism is similar to When I Woke Up I Became a Bagel Girl, but here, the ugly-looking guy turns into a guy with charming looks and an attractive-looking body. The 8-episode series was released in December 2022 on Netflix.
The main character of Lookism is Park Hyung Seok, an unpopular and unattractive-looking guy who usually gets bullied in high school. But on one fateful day, he wakes up and finds himself in a new body, far dashing than his original one. Using his new body, Park Hyung Seok decides to write a new future for himself.
Of all the anime based on manhwa, Noblesse is easily among the most popular. Due to its incredible popularity, Noblesse was adapted to anime in 2020, after which the series' popularity soared even more. The series is available to watch on Crunchyroll for international fans.
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Cadis Etrama Di Raizel, also known as Rai, has been asleep for 820 years, and now the modern world and its technology go beyond his head. With the help of his servant Frankenstein, he understands the new world and gets enrolled in a high school where he befriends some new friends who often carry out dangerous adventures.
1Tower Of God
Here comes our final anime adaptation from manhwa that needs no introduction. Many fans believe that the adaptation has not been able to justify its manhwa, and still, it’s a renowned name in the anime world. It is recommended that fans read Tower of God after watching the anime.
A young girl named Rachel wants to climb a massive tower, which is said to grant any wish to the person who climbs it. However, reaching the tower top isn’t as easy as it sounds. Bam, the closest friend to Rachel, will do anything to save his friend, even if it costs him his life.
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