Romantic/Slice-of-Life:
* "My Roommate is a Cat" (Manga & Anime): A heartwarming story about a lonely writer and a mysterious black cat who turns out to be a neko boy. It focuses on their daily lives and growing bond.
* "Natsume's Book of Friends" (Manga & Anime): A classic! While the main character is a human, there are many recurring neko characters, some even having romantic elements.
* "The Ancient Magus' Bride" (Manga & Anime): While not strictly a neko boy, the protagonist Chise is a human apprentice to a powerful mage who appears as a chimera, incorporating a cat-like form.
* "Snow White with the Red Hair" (Manga & Anime): A fantasy romance where the protagonist is a prince who can shapeshift into a cat.
Action/Adventure:
* "Black Butler" (Manga & Anime): A gothic fantasy with a mysterious and charming demon butler, Sebastian, who can shapeshift into a black cat.
* "Inuyasha" (Manga & Anime): While not explicitly a neko boy, the character Shippo is a kitsune (fox demon) who possesses neko-like qualities. He brings humor and charm to the adventure.
* "Sword Art Online" (Light Novel, Manga, & Anime): The series has an entire race of cat-like humanoids called "Cat-Folk" in its "Alicization" arc, featuring characters like Eugeo and Alice.
Comedy/Cute:
* "Servamp" (Manga & Anime): A comedic, gothic series where the main character is a vampire who can turn into a black cat.
* "A Centaur's Life" (Manga): This series has a variety of anthropomorphic characters, including neko boys, and touches on themes of acceptance and finding your place in the world.
* "Usagi Drop" (Manga & Anime): A heartwarming story about a young man who adopts his orphaned niece, who develops a cat-like personality as a result of her trauma.
Important Considerations:
* Age Rating: Some of these series are aimed at older audiences due to themes of romance or mature content.
* Type of Neko Boy: The level of "neko-ness" varies, from characters who just have feline ears and tails to those who act and think like cats.
* Other Genres: You might find other neko boy characters in fantasy, supernatural, or even historical settings!
Finding Recommendations:
* Search Keywords: Look for "neko boy manga," "cat boy anime," or "anthropomorphic manga" on websites like MyAnimeList or MangaUpdates.
* Ask Communities: Online forums and communities dedicated to manga/anime will be able to provide more specific recommendations.
I hope this helps you find some fantastic neko boy manga and anime to enjoy! 😊