Animal Land is a fantasy adventure manga written and illustrated by Makoto Raiku. The story follows a human baby named Monoko who is abandoned in a world inhabited only by animals and raised by a kind tanuki, growing up in a harsh world where the strong survive and the weak are eaten. As Monoko grows, he becomes a bridge between humans and animals, facing conflicts, wars, and emotional challenges in a world divided between species. Blending adventure, drama, mystery, and emotional storytelling, Animal Land manga is known for its deep themes about survival, discrimination, friendship, and coexistence, making it a powerful fantasy manga with both dark and heartwarming moments. The series won the Kodansha Manga Award and is considered one of Makoto Raiku’s most emotional and unique works.
Alternative titles: Doubutsu no Kuni, Animal Country, Animal Kingdom, Animal Land, どうぶつの国.