Dandadan (Vol.16) - Yukinobu Tatsu

Dandadan Vol. 16 by Yukinobu Tatsu, published by Viz Media, continues the high-energy blend of supernatural action, sci-fi absurdity, and romantic tension that has made Dandadan a standout modern manga series.

Momo Ayase and Okarun remain polar opposites when it comes to the paranormal—she believes in spirits but not aliens, while he’s convinced of extraterrestrials but doubts ghosts. Their ongoing mission to prove each other wrong has plunged them into relentless battles against both worlds, all while navigating secret crushes and escalating danger.

In Volume 16, the hunt intensifies as the duo enlist Turbo Granny to discover who took Okarun’s “family jewel” from the police station. Though her infiltration hits a technological roadblock, the mystery takes a sharp turn when they encounter the Serpoian Rokuro. Thanks to his alien abilities, the culprit is revealed—but the truth raises even more disturbing questions. Why that person?

Packed with kinetic art, outrageous humor, and nonstop twists, this volume pushes the story into even stranger territory.

Main Themes

• Supernatural spirits and alien encounters
• Teen romance amid chaos
• Identity, power, and the paranormal
• Absurd comedy blended with intense action
• Friendship and trust under pressure 

Why You Should Read This Book by Yukinobu Tatsu

• A thrilling new chapter in the hit Dandadan series
• Perfect balance of action, comedy, and romance
• Bold, dynamic artwork and inventive battles
• Expands the mystery surrounding Okarun’s powers
• Ideal for fans of paranormal and sci-fi manga

Dandadan Vol. 16 delivers everything fans love about the series—wild imagination, breakneck action, and laugh-out-loud moments—while deepening the central mystery. Yukinobu Tatsu continues to raise the stakes with a manga that refuses to play by the rules. A must-read installment for anyone following this electrifying paranormal saga.