Quite possibly not only the best manga I have ever read, but the best story I've ever read.

Saiyuki is incomparable when it comes to character development, the manga gives you frequent glimpses into all the characters (incredibly sad) pasts, how they all met each other and by the end of the series you feel just like your watching a group of friends you know the characters so well.

The story is very entertaining, however while the description talks about the group heading west ,Saiyuki is definately a lot more focused on the journey, this series is already 8 volumes into the second series and showing no signs of them reaching their destination. But you know what? Thats great as it means this fantastic work will keep on going for longer.

READ IT. You will definately not regret it. One of the few mangas that truly deserves a perfect score.