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Latest: Japan Weekly Light Novel Sales Ranking As of April 28 2025 Announced by Oricon

Oricon (Japanese research organization) released its weekly Light Novel ranking for the week of April 28 2025.
※The English titles of works may not always be accurate as some have not been released overseas. Thank you for your understanding.


Related rankings are compiled here
Oricon Comic Ranking Summary


5th place: Shumi wo Kiwamete Jiyu ni Ikiro! Vol. 7

Shumi wo Kiwamete Jiyu ni Ikiro! Vol. 7

Shumi wo Kiwamete Jiyu ni Ikiro! Vol. 7


A boy born to a duke’s second wife. A mission from the gods. A dangerous mine—and an unexpected business opportunity!
Phils, a young boy reborn with memories of his past life, enjoys crafting and inventing using knowledge from Earth. But there’s more to his talent—he’s been entrusted by the gods to spread Earth’s wisdom in a new world.
As the Seisphia Trading Company continues to expand its network, word arrives of an illegal deal involving an ultra-rare ore. The source? A supposedly sealed-off mine—now a monster-infested ruin ruled by golems.
Ordinary adventurers wouldn’t dare approach it. But Phils sees a golden opportunity he just can’t pass up.
With his fluffy yet fearsome trio of Fenrir companions at his side, the world’s safest dangerous expedition is about to begin!

“I’ve fallen in love with my first love... all over again.”
What began as a marriage with divorce in mind turns into a passionate romance Mio can’t resist!


4th place: Matsuri Kakanriden: Volume 17 – Better to See Once Than Hear a Hundred Times

Matsuri Kakanriden: Volume 17 – Better to See Once Than Hear a Hundred Times

Matsuri Kakanriden: Volume 17 – Better to See Once Than Hear a Hundred Times


A web of conflicting motives—A new chapter begins!
After resolving a complex case in her new role at the Censorate, Matsurika is given her next mission by Hakuyo: to retrieve the imperial delegation and return before the Founding Festival.
She sets off immediately—but trouble strikes right from the start.
The travel permit she entrusted to a colleague has vanished!
As if that weren't enough, on the road she encounters Prince Kofuku, younger brother to the Emperor of Saisei, along with his bodyguard Soten.
They’re searching for someone—and soon, Matsurika is drawn into their mysterious quest…!?


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