【Cute × World Domination!?】 The Cutest Attempt at World Domination in Manga History Is Here! Kawaii Sekai Seifuku!

On the far side of the moon—a secret realm that no one normally sees—lived mysterious creatures known as “Moon Angels.” Their goal? To carry out the unprecedented mission known as “Operation Kawaii,” in which they aim to conquer Earth by capturing humanity’s hearts through sheer cuteness. Amid all this, NK-22—an underperforming Moon Angel nicknamed “Neko”—tries to infiltrate human society with her companions, only to get separated from them upon arriving on Earth, marking the beginning of a turbulent adventure. Thus begins a cute yet somewhat bittersweet invasion story of cosmic creatures striving to win humanity’s love.

What makes this work so captivating is, above all, the overwhelming cuteness of the Moon Angels—or so it seems, until one notices the underlying sense of unease that pervades the story. The very fact that they aim for “world domination” is surprising enough, but the fact that their method is to “be loved” makes it even more unexpected. The three Moon Angels—Neko, Inu, and Usagi—are each taken in by a human on Earth, but those who become their “owners” also seem to carry a certain darkness within their hearts. At first glance, it seems like a heartwarming slice-of-life comedy, but with every page turn, a sense of mystery and unease seeps through. The way these narrative hints come together masterfully stirs the reader’s curiosity.

“I want to be loved in order to conquer the world”—this seemingly twisted premise is humorous, yet carries a strangely philosophical resonance. In fact, when the Moon Angels first arrive on Earth, they don’t even understand what it means to be loved. As they gradually connect with humans, they begin to change and struggle with the meaning of their mission and their existence—something deeply human and endearing. At the same time, the adults living with the Moon Angels also begin to fill the holes in their hearts through their interactions. This mutual healing and growth adds emotional depth to the story.

If you let your guard down because of the cute art style and fluffy title, you’ll find yourself shocked by the occasional dark scenes that slip in. At its core, this work may be more than just a healing gag manga—it could be seen as a kind of socially conscious story that directly addresses human loneliness and the yearning for love. Of course, the slightly clumsy and quirky behavior of the Moon Angels often brings laughter, but the deeper themes beneath and the gradually unfolding pasts of the humans make it impossible to look away. This multilayered appeal can’t be conveyed by the cover alone—pick it up and see for yourself.