Top Maid-Themed Manga Recommendations: From Classics to Modern Gems
Recommended Manga Featuring Maids
Here is a collection of manga featuring maids that we recommend. It includes works from the late 1990s to the latest releases.
- The Duke of Death and His Maid (死神坊ちゃんと黒メイド, Shinigami Bocchan to Kuro Maid)
- The Maid I Recently Hired is Mysterious (最近雇ったメイドが怪しい, Saikin Yatotta Maid ga Ayashii)
- Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid (小林さんちのメイドラゴン, Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon)
- ◯◯ Maid (◯◯なメイドさん)
- The Maid Who Can’t Hide Her Inner Thoughts (心の声が漏れやすいメイドさん)
- Intruding Maid Shirayuki (おしかけメイドの白雪さん)
- Meika-san Can’t Conceal Her Emotions (メイカさんは押しころせない, Meika-san wa Oshikorosenai)
- Emma (エマ)
- Mahoromatic (まほろまてぃっく)
The Duke of Death and His Maid (死神坊ちゃんと黒メイド, Shinigami Bocchan to Kuro Maid)
2017 – 2022
A story about a protagonist cursed to kill anything he touches and the maid who loyally serves him. The unique premise of “untouchable love” makes the romance element fresh and engaging. This work was also adapted into an anime.

The Maid I Recently Hired is Mysterious (最近雇ったメイドが怪しい, Saikin Yatotta Maid ga Ayashii)
2020 –
Ranked 9th in the “Next Manga Award 2020” and adapted into an anime in 2022, this manga combines a young boy and a slightly older maid in a heartwarming dynamic. Its gentle and balanced storytelling makes it a joy to read.

Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid (小林さんちのメイドラゴン, Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon)
2013 –
Created by Cool-kyou Shinja, known for works like *I Can’t Understand What My Husband Is Saying* and *Peach Boy Riverside*. While this is a story about a dragon maid, it focuses more on the dragon aspect than the maid. Its lighthearted comedic tone makes it a fun and relaxing read.

With two anime seasons completed and a movie in production, this series has gained significant international popularity. Set in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture, the setting offers a mix of urban and suburban charm.
◯◯ Maid (◯◯なメイドさん)
2020 –
This manga features a maid who feels more like a close partner or even a spouse, breaking away from traditional expectations of maid-servant dynamics. The inclusion of casual elements like smoking or casual wear adds a fresh, modern twist to the genre.

The Maid Who Can’t Hide Her Inner Thoughts (心の声が漏れやすいメイドさん)
2021 –
A humorous story about a maid who blurts out her inner thoughts, such as “I hate working,” under the same roof as her employer. The lighthearted comedy ensures a relaxing and fun reading experience.
Intruding Maid Shirayuki (おしかけメイドの白雪さん)
2018 – 2019
Created by Morishige, known for works like *Hanaukyo Maid Team*, this manga features a traditional maid excelling in cooking and caregiving. The story reflects the author’s love for maids, making it a delightful read despite its incomplete status due to the author’s passing.
Meika-san Can’t Conceal Her Emotions (メイカさんは押しころせない, Meika-san wa Oshikorosenai)
2020 –
A charming manga where a diligent classmate also works as a maid. Meika is responsible yet shows her age-appropriate vulnerability, creating endearing moments with her employer. Perfect for relaxing after a tiring day, this manga delivers wholesome content.
2002 – 2006
Kaoru Mori’s debut work and a critically acclaimed series. Unlike typical “moe” works, it depicts human drama set in Victorian England’s rigid class system. Winner of the 2005 Japan Media Arts Festival Manga Award.

Mahoromatic (まほろまてぃっく)
1999 – 2004
A landmark title that contributed to the popularity of maids in the early 2000s. While it features many fanservice moments, the story also has darker, thought-provoking elements. Created by Bow Ditama and Bunjuro Nakayama, this manga remains a beloved classic.
