Akira: Story, Chapters and Where to Read
Akira (1982): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

Akira (1982) is a action, award winning, sci-fi manga by Otomo, Katsuhiro. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.65/10 from 48,461 ratings.
What is Akira about?
1988: It is World War III. Tokyo is decimated by a mysterious black explosion, unmatched in magnitude.
Key details
Akira spans 120 chapters across 6 volumes, status: finished. Publication: Dec 6, 1982 to Jun 11, 1990.
Where to read Akira
Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.
Frequently asked questions
What is Akira about?
1988: It is World War III. Tokyo is decimated by a mysterious black explosion, unmatched in magnitude.
Is Akira finished?
Its publication status is: Finished.
What is the MAL rating of Akira?
Akira is rated 8.65/10 on MyAnimeList.
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