Kingdom

"Kingdom" (Japanese: キングダム) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yasuhisa Hara. Set during the Warring States period of ancient China, it follows the journey of Xin, a war orphan, and Ying Zheng, the young king of Qin, as they strive to unify China. The manga has been serialized in "Weekly Young Jump" since 2006 and has been adapted into an anime and live-action films. The series is widely acclaimed for its grand-scale battles, engaging plot, and vivid characters, earning multiple awards, including the Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize. As of December 2024, the manga has over 110 million copies in circulation, making it one of the best-selling manga series of all time. The anime series is produced by Pierrot and spans five seasons. There are also four released live-action films, which have been highly successful at the box office. The story draws inspiration from historical figures but incorporates fictional elements, highlighting the brutality of war and the resilience of the human spirit. The series has gained a large following both in Japan and internationally.