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Vagabond: Story, Chapters and Where to Read

Vagabond (1998): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team4 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Vagabond (1998) is a action, adventure, award winning manga by Inoue, Takehiko. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 9.27/10 from 176,412 ratings.

What is Vagabond about?

In 16th-century Japan, Shinmen Takezou is a wild, rough young man in both his appearance and his actions. His aggressive nature has won him the collective reproach and fear of his village, leading him and his best friend, Matahachi Honiden, to run away in search of something grander than provincial life. The pair enlist in the Toyotomi army, yearning for glory—but when the Toyotomi suffer a crushing defeat at the hands of the Tokugawa Clan at the Battle of Sekigahara, the friends barely make it out alive.

Key details

Vagabond spans 327 chapters across 37 volumes, status: on hiatus. Publication: Sep 3, 1998 to May 21, 2015.

Where to read Vagabond

Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.

Frequently asked questions

What is Vagabond about?

In 16th-century Japan, Shinmen Takezou is a wild, rough young man in both his appearance and his actions. His aggressive nature has won him the collective reproach and fear of his village, leading him and his best friend, Matahachi Honiden, to run aw

Is Vagabond finished?

Its publication status is: On Hiatus.

What is the MAL rating of Vagabond?

Vagabond is rated 9.27/10 on MyAnimeList.

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