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!
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Color your creations and illuminate your life! A collection of memorable quotes by manga characters (1–10)
Forgive me, Sasuke… this is the end.Uchiha Itachi
One of the famous quotes from the hugely popular manga Naruto.
He chose the survival of his village over his own family, cutting off his clan’s future but sparing only his younger brother.
Without properly telling him the reason—thinking only of his brother—he left these final words after a deadly battle with Sasuke, his brother who had come seeking revenge, and then fell.
You can be a hero.All Might
This is a famous quote born from My Hero Academia.
The protagonist, who lacks the special ability known as a “Quirk,” is on the verge of giving up on his dream of becoming a hero.
However, the top hero, All Might—who recognized in him the essential quality for a hero, that his body moves on its own to help others—gave him these words.
You always count on my wallet right away. Don’t you ever think of trying to do it on your own? That’s why it’s no good.Doraemon
It delivers a powerful message that if you get into the habit of relying on others, you’ll never be able to grow.
It strongly rejects Nobita’s tendency to immediately consult Doraemon whenever he’s in trouble and try to fix things with gadgets from the pocket.
Even if you ultimately rely on someone, it’s better to try doing it yourself first; by doing so, you can gradually grow.
These words convey Doraemon’s considerate desire to correct a harmful way of thinking and help Nobita grow, even if just a little.
Colors our works and illuminates our lives! A collection of famous quotes by manga characters (11–20)
As long as there’s a spark, a person’s heart will blossom—so it will be okay.Kanae Kocho
Kanao Tsuyuri, whom the Kocho sisters doted on like a little sister, was a child who, because of her circumstances, wouldn’t even eat unless told to.
While Shinobu reprimanded Kanao, saying, “A child who can’t think and act for herself is no good—it’s dangerous,” Kanae spoke these words and handed Kanao a copper coin so she could make choices when she couldn’t decide on her own.
Isn’t it a wonderful quote that lets us feel her broad, compassionate heart? Kanae’s words would later come true in reality.
That person is my benefactor. Treat them more politely than a butterfly, more politely than a flower…!!Yuta Okkotsu
A quote from Yuta Okkotsu, one of only four special-grade jujutsu sorcerers in Japan.
He directs it at Rika Orimoto, the special-grade vengeful cursed spirit attached to him, and the commanding tone—so unlike the gentle, kind image of Yuta—really leaves an impression.
The phrase “more than butterflies, more than flowers” suggests just how much Yuta respects and feels indebted to Maki Zen’in.
The word choice also seems to stoke Rika Orimoto’s jealousy, which is exquisite.
It’s a line that showcases the range and depth of Yuta Okkotsu as a character.
The rest is up to you.Kento Nanami
This is the line Nanami Kento left to Yuji Itadori in the end.
While cutting down the swarming mutated humans one after another, Nanami’s body had already reached its limit—so much so that he murmured, “I’m tired.” In that moment, Mahito appeared behind him, and Nanami left these words to Yuji before being struck down.
Nanami hesitated at first, thinking, “If I tell Yuji this, it will become a curse that binds him,” but he ultimately decided to say it.
Considering Nanami’s emotions—including that inner conflict—makes the weight of these words all the more palpable.
You can’t get stronger even if you stake your whole youth on it? Say that after you’ve staked it.Professor Harada
This is a famous quote from the karuta manga Chihayafuru, which was also adapted into a film.
It’s from a scene where Taichi (the “long-eyelashes” boy) consults his mentor, Dr.
Harada, about whether he should start playing karuta again after having quit once.
It conveys the idea that you can’t know whether you can or can’t do something until you try.
