Can you recommend some top Japanese web novels?

There's 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime'. The story follows a man who is reincarnated as a slime in a different world and gradually builds his own nation. It's loved for its unique premise and the development of the protagonist. 'No Game No Life' is also well - known. It features two siblings who are transported to a world where everything is decided by games.

Sure. 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World' is a great one. It has a really interesting story about a boy who is transported to a fantasy world and has the ability to return by death, which makes for a very engaging plot with lots of twists and turns.

Another great one is 'The Tale of Genji' which is considered the world's first novel. It was written by Murasaki Shikibu. It gives a detailed look into the Heian period court life in Japan, with complex characters and their relationships, as well as their cultural and social norms.

One of the top web novels is 'Worm'. It has a very interesting take on the superhero genre, with complex characters and a dark, gritty world. Another is 'Mother of Learning', which is famous for its unique time - loop concept in a fantasy setting. 'The Wandering Inn' is also highly regarded, with a great story about an inn in a fantasy world and the various characters that pass through it.

One of the top Japanese anime novels is 'Fullmetal Alchemist'. It has a complex and engaging story about two brothers' quest for the Philosopher's Stone. The world - building is excellent, with alchemy as a central concept. Another great one is 'Sword Art Online'. It takes place in a virtual reality game world, full of action, adventure and some interesting character relationships. Then there's 'Attack on Titan', which has a dark and intense plot, dealing with humanity's fight against Titans.

One of the top modern Japanese novels is 'Norwegian Wood' by Haruki Murakami. It's a coming - of - age story that delves into themes of love, loss, and mental health. Another great one is 'Kafka on the Shore'. Murakami's unique writing style, with elements of magic realism, makes these novels very engaging.

One of the top Japanese crime novels is 'Out' by Natsuo Kirino. It tells a dark and gripping story about four women who get involved in a murder. Another great one is 'The Devotion of Suspect X' by Keigo Higashino. It has a brilliant plot with unexpected twists.

One of the top Japanese fantasy novels is 'KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!'. It has a really fun and unique take on the fantasy genre with a hilarious cast of characters. The story follows Kazuma, a gamer who is reincarnated in a fantasy world. Another great one is 'Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World'. It's known for its complex plot and interesting exploration of time - loop mechanics in a fantasy setting. The main character Subaru has to face numerous challenges and deaths as he tries to change his fate in this new world.

One of the top Japanese romance novels is 'Kimi ni Todoke' by Karuho Shiina. It tells the story of a girl named Sawako who is often misunderstood as scary because of her resemblance to Sadako from 'The Ring'. But a boy named Shota Kazehaya starts to see the real her and a beautiful romance unfolds.

Another one is 'The Hunger Games'. It is set in a post - apocalyptic world where children are forced to fight to the death in an arena. It's a very thought - provoking novel that also has exciting action scenes.