Chainsaw Man is an ongoing manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, serialized by Shueisha from 2018 onward. Part 1 (11 volumes, 2018–2020) is set in a world where fears manifest as Devils; Denji merges with his dog-devil Pochita to become Chainsaw Man and works for the government hunting Devils. Part 2 (ongoing from 2022) follows Asa Mitaka and Yoru, the War Devil, as a new story begins. Chainsaw Man is celebrated for its subversive approach to shonen tropes, emotional brutality, and genuinely unpredictable plotting.
Use the sections below for the full reading order, volume list, and follow-up recommendations.
All Chainsaw Man Volumes in Order
Read in publication order from Vol. 1 to the latest.
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 1: Dog And Chainsaw
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 2: CHAINSAW vs. BAT
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 3
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 4: The Gun is Mightier
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 5
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 6
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 7: In a Dream
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 8: Super Mess
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 9
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 10
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 11
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 12
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 13
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 14
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 15
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 16
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 17
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 18
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 19
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 20
Chainsaw Man Reading Order
Part 1: Public Safety Arc (Volumes 1–11)
Denji joins the Public Safety Devil Hunters under the charismatic Makima and makes friends he wants to protect. The series systematically dismantles shonen conventions — every expectation is subverted. The Katana Man, Bomb Girl, and International Assassins arcs build to a devastating conclusion in Vols 9–11.
Part 2: Academy Arc (Volumes 12+, Ongoing)
A new protagonist, Asa Mitaka (host of the War Devil Yoru), navigates a high school setting where Devils have been accepted into society. Denji appears as a classmate in disguise. Part 2 takes a completely different structural approach from Part 1 — slower, more character-driven, and building toward new revelations.
Where to Read Chainsaw Man
Manga Plus offers free access to the first and latest chapters. Physical volumes are available from the publisher. We recommend buying official volumes to support the creator.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chainsaw Man
- What order should I read Chainsaw Man? Read Vol. 1 through the latest volume in publication order. Part 1 is Vols 1–11; Part 2 begins at Vol. 12. Read Part 1 before Part 2.
- How many Chainsaw Man volumes are there? As of 2026, Chainsaw Man has 17+ volumes across both parts. The series is ongoing.
- Is Chainsaw Man Part 2 as good as Part 1? Part 2 has a different structure and slower pacing than Part 1. Opinions among fans are divided, but it is building toward something ambitious.
- Is the Chainsaw Man anime worth watching? Yes. The MAPPA adaptation of Part 1 (2022) is visually exceptional with outstanding animation quality and a fantastic soundtrack.