A collection of famous quotes by manga characters that color our works and illuminate our lives!
There used to be lots of stories about parents scolding kids for reading too many manga, but nowadays manga is recognized as a culture Japan can proudly present to the world.
And not only as a cultural product—words born from its profound stories and compelling characters can sometimes light the way in our lives.
So this time, we’re introducing memorable quotes from manga characters!
From lines that color the story to ones you might apply to real life, we’ve compiled a wide-ranging list you won’t want to miss!
Color your creations and illuminate your life! A collection of memorable quotes by manga characters (1–10)
If you give up, the game is over right there… isn’t it?Mitsuyoshi Anzai (Coach Anzai)
This is a famous quote from the basketball manga SLAM DUNK.
It’s portrayed as Coach Anzai’s credo, and because he declares it when the team is in a tight spot, it leaves a strong impression.
If you don’t give up, chances will come around again.
It teaches us that giving up is the worst thing you can do.
I was born to be happy.
These are the words Muichiro Tokito uttered at the end of his short life, reflecting on his journey as he faced demons as the Mist Hashira.
At first, Muichiro gave a strong impression of apathy, but through battle he looked back on his path in the Demon Slayer Corps and his past, arriving at the realization that he was, in fact, happy.
By firmly rejecting the idea of a “meaningless death,” he conveys just how fulfilling his path had been.
Through his bonds with his comrades, the world gained color for him, and he came to feel the deep love embodied by his brother, who had been protecting him all along—words filled with powerful affection.
Even if our ways of thinking differ, I’m proud of you… You’re truly a kind child.Uchiha Fugaku
It’s one of the famous quotes from Naruto.
When Itachi Uchiha, who chose to annihilate his own clan under orders from the village, was about to kill his parents, his father, Fugaku Uchiha, said these words to him.
No matter what choice is made, words that still convey deep love can’t be read without tears.
Thank you for loving me…Portgas D. Ace
A famous quote from One Piece.
Ace was fighting the Navy alongside Luffy, but when Akainu attacked Luffy, Ace shielded him and was pierced through the chest.
Before he died in Luffy’s arms, he spoke these words.
No matter how many times I watch this scene, I can’t stop crying; it became one of the series’ iconic lines.
Even a dropout, if they work desperately hard, might surpass the elites.Son Goku 'Dragon Ball'
Dragon Ball, which has many devoted fans, is a manga loved by people of all ages.
There’s a line in Dragon Ball that says, “Even a failure, if they work desperately hard, might surpass the elites.” Within this quote lies his background as a Saiyan—not born an elite, but someone who overcame his limits through effort to become the strongest Saiyan.
We can learn the importance of hard work from this line in the Dragon Ball manga.
The worst thing you can do is convince yourself that you’re no good.Nobi Nobita
In the stories, Nobita is always relying on Doraemon and rarely gets to show his good side.
Still, some people might find themselves struck by these words that burst out of him.
When things don’t go well, we tend to put ourselves down, thinking it’s because we’re no good or because we’re wrong.
But if we keep hurting ourselves by insisting we’re worthless, we can end up heading further in the wrong direction.
What’s important, before declaring that we’re no good, is to look ahead and think about what we can do—maybe that’s what Nobita is trying to tell us.
If being “smart” means that, then I’m fine being an idiot for the rest of my life.Uzumaki Naruto
This is one of the famous quotes by Naruto Uzumaki, the protagonist of Naruto, a series that has inspired countless memorable lines and emotions.
Sasuke Uchiha, whom Naruto had always thought of as a comrade, betrays the village and suddenly disappears.
Naruto, who considered Sasuke his best friend, can’t accept it and tries to bring him back, but ends up badly injured.
Jiraiya, Naruto’s mentor, tells him, “Give it up already.
If you’re going to live as a shinobi, be smart about it.” Naruto’s response—this famous quote—doesn’t come from whining like a child; it teaches the true meaning of “never giving up.”