The world of light novels is constantly changing, and recent official rankings show that popular series are being overtaken by newer ones. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, which was once the most popular light novel, has now fallen from the top spot. Everyone is wondering: what series knocked it from number one?
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Is Dethroned In Japan
Recent sales data from Reader Store, Sony Music Entertainment’s ebook platform, shows that Secrets of the Silent Witch is now more popular than That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime. According to PR Times, the rankings, which cover paid sales from January 1st to October 31st, 2025, place the new title at the top.
I was so excited to see that That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime did so well, grabbing second place in the Men’s Comics category – the same position it held for Light Novels! Speaking of Light Novels, Secrets of the Silent Witch took the top spot, and it’s awesome to see how the anime adaptation really boosted its popularity, just like with the comic version. It’s a cool trend – Tadashi Hisaho’s Water Attribute Wizard also saw a big jump after its anime came out in 2025, landing in fourth place. It really shows how anime can help these stories reach even more fans!
Here’s a detailed rundown of the top 5 positions in the Light Novel category:
- 1st place: “Silent Witch” by Matsuri Yoriku (author), Nanna Fujimi (illustrator) (KADOKAWA)
- 2nd place: “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” by Fuse (author) and Mitz Vah (illustrator) (Micro Magazine)
- 3rd place: “The Pharmacist’s Monologue” by Natsu Hinata and Touko Shino (illustrator) (Published by Imagica Infos, released by Shufunotomosha)
- 4th place: “Water Attribute Wizard” by Tadashi Hisaho (author), Hide Amano (illustrator) (TO Books)
- 5th place: “A Country Old Man Becomes a Sword Saint: I Was Just a Country Sword Master, But My Successful Students Won’t Let Me Go” by Shigeru Sagazaki (author) and Tetsuhiro Nabeshima (illustrator) (Square Enix)
Fans were surprised and disappointed when a newer series surpassed the popular isekai light novel, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime. The novel, which first came out in 2013, had become a fan favorite and spawned both anime and manga versions. It was known for its heartwarming stories and humor, and played a significant role in popularizing the isekai genre. Seeing a change at the top served as a reminder of how quickly things can evolve in the world of light novels.
Fuse’s That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime tells the story of Satoru Mikami, an ordinary office worker who is killed and reborn as a weak slime in a fantasy world. The series follows his journey as he grows to become a powerful monster. Meanwhile, Isora’s Secrets of the Silent Witch began as an online novel in 2020 before being published as a light novel in June 2021, with illustrations by Fujimi. A manga adaptation, illustrated by Tobi Tana, launched on the B’s Log website in July 2021. This story centers on Monica Everett, a gifted young mage who is the only one in her kingdom able to use enchanted magic. Despite her talent—even defeating a Black Dragon—Monica struggles with a lack of confidence and extreme shyness.
Winners In Other Categories
Reader Store has also provided a detailed rundown on other categories. They are:
New Comics
- 1st place: “The Fable The Third Secret” by Minami Katsuhisa (Kodansha)
- 2nd place: “Belle Poupee’s Super Engagement ~ The Doll Princess Was Told She Wasn’t Her Type, But When She Stopped Resisting, the Prince Became Her Lover. So Adorable! ~ (Comic)” by Asaki Asagiri (original story), Selene (original illustrations and manga) (Square Enix)
- 3rd place: “Stepmother’s Wisdom” by Honoki Sora (manga), Fujimaru Mamenosuke (story), and Tohru (original story) (Alphapolis)
- 4th place: “Ichi the Demon Man” by Nishi Osamu (original story), Usazaki Shiro (illustrations) (Shueisha)
- 5th place: “The Villainesses Are Unwavering” by Akabane Nina (manga), Hachigatsu Hachi (original story), Haruno Kaoru (character design) (KADOKAWA)
Women’s Comics
- 1st place: “The Pharmacist’s Monologue” by Hinata Natsu (original author), Neko Kurage (illustrator), Nanao Ikki (story writer), Shino Touko (character design) (Square Enix)
- 2nd place: “The Pharmacist’s Monologue: Nekoneko’s Harem Mystery Notebook” by Hinata Natsu (original author), Kurata Sanro (illustrator), and Shino Touko (character design) (Shogakukan)
- 3rd place: “Silent Witch: The Secret of the Silent Witch” by Tobi San (author), Matsuri Iku (original story), Nanna Fujimi (character design) (KADOKAWA)
- 4th place: “Hyouka” by Yumi Tamura (Shogakukan)
- 5th place: “The Villainess Inside: Revenge on the Lying Heroine for the Condemned Reincarnated Person” by Shiraume Nazuna (author), Makiburo (author), and Murasaki Mai (author) (Ichijinsha)
Men’s Comics
- 1st place: “Kingdom” by Yasuhisa Hara (Shueisha)
- 2nd place: “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” by Fuse (original author), Taiki Kawakami (manga), Mitz Vah (others) (Kodansha)
- 3rd place: “Only I Level Up” by DUBU (REDICE STUDIO) (illustrations), Chugong (original story) (Piccomics)
- 4th place: “Funeral of Freiren” by Yamada Kanehito (original story), Abe Tsukasa (illustrations) (Shogakukan)
- 5th place: “Medalist” by Tsurumai Ikada (Kodansha)
Vertical reading comics
- 1st place: “The banished enchanter rises to power with the strongest multiplication enchantment ~My enchantment technique is not +20, but x20~” by Murakami Shusui (original story), Iinuma Yuuki (story), Asamine Suzu (story), booklistaSTUDIO (illustration) (booklistaSTUDIO)
- 2nd place: “The Strongest Tamer Returning from Another World, His Familiar is a Childhood Friend” by Sky Farm (original story), Meidoin Hebun (storyboard), and booklistaSTUDIO (illustrations) (booklistaSTUDIO)
- 3rd place: “A Retired Old Sage, But His Beloved Student Has Been Exiled, So He Takes Him on a Heartbroken Trip ~He Intended It to Be a Slow-Life Trip, But For Some Reason He Became the Strongest Master and Student in the World~” by Aozora Akana (original story), WAKANA KURAGUCHI (story), pallet (illustration), iLab (illustration), and Konase (illustration) (booklistaSTUDIO)
- 4th place: “Skill Taker of Another World Domination” by Yusura Kankitsu (original author), Hagane Tsurugi (character design), Yotaro Nekobako (story composition), and booklistaSTUDIO (illustrations) (booklistaSTUDIO)
- 5th place: “I took the trouble to possess the young lady, but it was already after I’d messed up!” by Izumi Sawano (original story), BAON (storyboard), and Akari Yoda (character design) (booklistaSTUDIO)
Novel
- 1st place: “National Treasure” by Shuichi Yoshida (Asahi Shimbun Publications)
- 2nd place: “Amakura Takao’s Case File” by Mikito Chinen (author) (Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha)
- 3rd place: “Amakura Takao’s Detective Chart” by Mikito Chinen (author) (Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha)
- 4th place: “Kafune” by Akiko Abe (Kodansha)
- 5th place: “Combat Fairy Yukikaze” by Chohei Kanbayashi (Hayakawa Publishing)
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2026-01-25 15:37