The Samurai have been revered all across the world as a cultural inspiration. They're featured in many books, movies, and definitely manga is not an exception. Let’s take a look at some of the best samurai manga, and see who takes the number one spot.

Takahashi Tsutomu is well-known for his debut work, "Jiraishin" and his rich seinen portfolio featuring unrelentingly dark, cynical, Film Noir storylines. His signature art utilizes thin lines and large, deep areas of black, creating a "calculated chaos" that takes full advantage of manga's grayscale nature. Takahashi Tsutomu's work has been evolving over the years - he isn't really pigeonholed into one particular genre or subject matter, having written crime thrillers, sports, supernatural horror, and even slice of life.

Tsutomu Takahashi, he's the example of "old but gold". Since 1999 until now, his collection has increased more than 25 series. He's well-known for his rough realistic drawing, which helps him express the mysterious atmosphere in his stories better. His topic usually about life, death, and choice, so if you're interested in those, Tsutomu Takahashi would be a great choice.

Assassins specialize in killing targeted individuals. These manga showcase assassins in training or on the job, whether they are a part of an organized group or work as freelancers!