Best Haikyuu Fanfiction
The must-read Haikyuu fics on AO3, ranked and reviewed. From beloved classics to hidden gems.
Why Haikyuu Fanfiction Is Worth Reading
Haikyuu fanfiction captures the spirit of the anime perfectly: intense, heartfelt, and deeply invested in the bonds between characters. With 180,000 works on AO3, this volleyball anime has inspired a fandom that excels at character-driven stories, from rivals-to-lovers romance to post-canon explorations of the characters' adult lives. The ensemble cast and the anime's emphasis on growth and teamwork give writers rich material to work with, and the fandom is known for consistently high-quality writing.
See also: Full Haikyuu fandom guide
Top Haikyuu Fics, Ranked
The highest-rated Haikyuu stories on AO3, ranked by community kudos. These are the fics that readers return to again and again.
In Another Life
by LittleLuxray
Sleeping didn't come as easy as it used to. Bokuto knew this, and now Akaashi did, too.The hospital AU that no body asked for, but that I took upon myself to write.
In Transit
by Mysecretfanmoments
Hinata finds that he likes standing close to Kageyama on buses and trains. It doesn't mean anything--probably. Maybe.
A Liar's Truth
by internetpistol (orphan_account)
In which Sakusa Kiyoomi is raised to believe that gay people go to hell but then takes one look at Miya Atsumu and thinks, then why the hell did God make them so fucking hot?
Conquering the Great King
by SuggestiveScribe
Iwaizumi blinked his gaze over to Oikawa, "Last time was supposed to be a one time thing," he said, voice low, lacking some conviction.Oikawa's lips twitched into a smirk and he brought them hovering just over Iwaizumi's, "One time thing, Two time thing, what's it matter as long as it's not a Relati
I like the way your clothes smell
by Mysecretfanmoments
Power outages, ghost stories, and the presence of a certain orange-haired boy lead to bad decision-making on Tobio's part. He'd planned to keep his crush a secret; the universe has other plans.
Five Plus One.
by Xachyn
Five times other people thought they were dating and one time Kageyama wondered if they were.
The Crown and the Crow
by Yuu_chi
Somewhere out there is your forever one wearing your Mark on their skin; it's just a matter of finding them.
tea-stained polaroids
by dalyeau
“I'm gonna date that,” Bokuto declares solemnly, and Kuroo throws a plastic spoon at his head.
spoiled
by buu
It's the Kageyama that gently takes Hinata's hand when they're walking together, or rests his head on the top of Hinata's when they're watching TV, or pulls Hinata into his lap when he complains about being cold. Hinata struggles at first, confused and thinking Kageyama's making fun of him or someth
As It Should Be
by gghostnebula
Based on a request I saw on Tumblr that someone send fanfics where "Hinata is bullied without the team knowing and then they find out." I like the idea of everyone (including Tsukishima) enraged and vengeful. So I. Did that. I'm so sorry.I'm also really really sorry that the 'ungrateful second-years
I Choose You
by TripsH
There's a tiny clock on his wrist, bright red numbers. It's supposed to tick, supposed to move, supposed to tell him when he'll meet his soulmate. The time will run to zero when they've met, moving numbers will become stationary—the ticking that signified uncertainty transforming to the silent stabi
sleeping dogs lie
by favspacetwink
After his shower, Atsumu walks into the bedroom to find Sakusa laying a drop cloth over what looks like some kind of plastic sheet. The faint crinkle of plastic reminds Atsumu of the way Sakusa set things up the time they played with temperature; it made sense then, because between all the water, ic
How Kuroo Found Kenma
by SuggestiveScribe
"Oh my God," Kuroo said, eyes growing wide. He slowly turned to fully face Oikawa, "I'm in love with Kenma."Oikawa brought his tea to his mouth. "Yeah," he said, smiling through the steam rising in front of his face, "I know."
love in the time of wifi
by dalyeau
Akaashi is coming to terms with the fact that he might be romantically interested in his volleyball captain. Hence, doing what any sixteen year old with a problem should do. He asks about it online.
You'd fit my lonely arms so perfectly
by boxofwonder
“Oh. You're. Not Asahi.”Calmed down enough that he can speak again, Daichi takes a deep breath, his smile settling on his face easily and wide.“Not as far as I know, no.” Suga accidentally calls a stranger instead of his best friend, tells him all about his burned batch of cookies before realising,
Press '1' to Get a Call From Your Drunk Best Friend
by UmbrellaMartialGod
Press '2' to hear him talk about you for thirty minutes, press '3' for him to compliment your ass, and press '4' for more options.
The PDA jar
by orphan_account
“What is that thing for?”“I’m glad you asked, captain. This… is the Public Display of Affection jar. Or PDA jar for short.”“Now whenever you do something that may hurt our children’s innocence, you’ll have to put money in the jar as a punishment."Inspired by simple-symponia's art.
terminal curiosity
by favspacetwink
“Hey, Miya—”“I saw the sex stuff in your bathroom,” Atsumu violently blurts against his will. Time stretches out, eternal, unending… the void at the beginning and end of all things coming to claim Atsumu as he stands in his borrowed house slippers by Sakusa’s door. There’s a ringing in his ears, or
ATSU101: how to fall in love with your fake boyfriend
by solyn
What Sakusa says is this:"I told Kuroo-san I would do it, but I thought you should hear it from me." What Atsumu says, in all his infinite eloquence and quick-tongued wit is:"Wuh?" Sakusa sneers."Congratulations, Miya, until the end of Terushima-san's party, we're officially dating."or: Atsumu needs
national hot dad alliance is now calling...
by dicaeopolis
Sawamura Daichi: What the fuck.(Or, the captains' squad interactions that definitely happen outside of canon, presented in Skype chat form.)
Best Haikyuu Ships to Read
The most popular Haikyuu pairings on AO3, each with thousands of dedicated stories.
KageHina
Kageyama Tobio/Hinata Shouyou
Their intense partnership on the court and the growth from rivals to inseparable teammates.
85,000 works →
IwaOi
Iwaizumi Hajime/Oikawa Tooru
The 'they've been in love since childhood' vibe and their deep understanding of each other.
52,000 works →
BokuAka
Bokuto Koutarou/Akaashi Keiji
The opposites-attract dynamic and how Akaashi grounds Bokuto's energy.
45,000 works →
KuroKen
Kuroo Tetsurou/Kozume Kenma
Their perfect complementary dynamic of Kuroo's outgoing nature drawing out the best in introverted Kenma creates beautiful relationship development.
65,000 works →
DaiSuga
Sawamura Daichi/Sugawara Koushi
Their mature, supportive relationship dynamic and natural chemistry as co-leaders creates a stable, heartwarming romance that feels authentic.
50,000 works →
Popular Tropes in Haikyuu Fanfiction
These are the storytelling patterns that Haikyuu writers and readers love most.
How to Get Started with Haikyuu Fanfiction
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Haikyuu fic is organized by ship and by team. The most popular ships are Kagehina and Iwaoi. Post-canon fics exploring the characters as adults are a beloved subgenre.
Your first read
Start with a top-kudos Kagehina fic for the fandom's emotional signature, or explore post-timeskip stories if you want to see the characters grown up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Haikyuu fanfic?
The Haikyuu fandom is known for consistently excellent writing. The best fics include rivals-to-lovers Kagehina stories, post-canon explorations of adult life, and creative AUs. Sorting by kudos on AO3 surfaces the community's all-time favorites.
What are the most popular Haikyuu ships?
Popular Haikyuu ships include Kagehina (Kageyama/Hinata), Iwaoi (Iwaizumi/Oikawa), Daisuga (Daichi/Suga), Bokuaka (Bokuto/Akaashi), and Kuroken (Kuroo/Kenma). The fandom is notable for having many well-supported pairings.
How many Haikyuu fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 180,000 Haikyuu fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
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