Top 9 Japanese Revenge OP MC Novels in 2026

Revenge with an overpowered protagonist creates a specific kind of story. The question isn't whether the protagonist can succeed, it's how they choose to enact their vengeance. Some take the slow approach, dismantling enemies' lives piece by piece. Others go for direct confrontation, making their superiority immediately clear.

Japanese OP revenge tends to be less brutal than Korean equivalents. The protagonists often show restraint or focus on proving themselves rather than destroying enemies utterly. There's usually a point where revenge gives way to other goals. These nine rated well, though readers seeking pure revenge catharsis might prefer Korean options.