A mangaka (漫画家) is the Japanese term for a manga artist or author. Most mangaka both write and illustrate their own series, often working with a small team of assistants to meet tight serialization deadlines.

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Q: Who is the most famous mangaka of all time?

Osamu Tezuka is widely regarded as the "God of Manga" for his pioneering work in shaping modern manga and anime. For living creators, Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) holds the record for the best-selling manga series of all time.

Q: How do mangaka create manga so quickly?

Professional mangaka work with a team of assistants who help with backgrounds, inking, toning, and other tasks. The lead artist focuses on character design and storytelling while assistants handle production. Many also use digital tools to speed up the workflow.

Q: Can non-Japanese artists become mangaka?

Absolutely. While the term traditionally refers to Japanese creators, the global manga community has grown enormously. International creators publish through digital platforms like Webtoon and Tapas, and some have been picked up by Japanese publishers.

Q: How much does a professional mangaka earn?

Earnings vary widely. Serialized mangaka earn per-page fees plus royalties from volume sales. Top creators like Eiichiro Oda earn hundreds of millions per year, while debut artists may earn modest salaries. Most supplement income through merchandise, licensing, and teaching.

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Tatsuya Endo

Tatsuya Endo, creator of the globally phenomenal Spy×Family manga, revolutionized action comedy through character-driven narratives and family dynamics. Discover his artistic vision and cultural impact.

Notable Works:

• Spy×Family
• Tista
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Tite Kubo

Discover Tite Kubo's remarkable career behind Bleach, one of the best-selling manga of all time. Explore his artistic vision and lasting industry impact.

Notable Works:

• Bleach
• Burn the Witch
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Tsurumaikada

Tsurumaikada is a contemporary Japanese manga creator who achieved significant recognition with Medalist, a sports manga centered on figure skating serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Afternoon since 2020. The series won the prestigious Kodansha Manga Award in 2023. Known for emotionally rich storytelling about competitive figure skating, detailed technical depiction of skating movements, and nuanced exploration of character relationships, Tsurumaikada brought psychological depth and authenticity to sports manga.

Notable Works:

• Medalist

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Yoshihiro Togashi

Explore Yoshihiro Togashi's remarkable career spanning 30+ years. From Yu Yu Hakusho to Hunter x Hunter, discover his innovative storytelling and lasting impact on manga.

Notable Works:

• Hunter x Hunter
• Yu Yu Hakusho
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Yoshiyuki Sadamoto

Explore Yoshiyuki Sadamoto, legendary character designer and mangaka who revolutionized anime character design, created iconic works like Neon Genesis Evangelion, and bridged manga and anime mediums.

Notable Works:

• Neon Genesis Evangelion
• FLCL
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Yuki Tabata

Learn about Yuki Tabata, the mangaka who built Black Clover into a global shōnen phenomenon through relentless determination and a deep love for magic-powered battle manga.

Notable Works:

• Black Clover
• Hungry Joker

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Yukinobu Tatsu

Explore the creative journey of Yukinobu Tatsu, the visionary mangaka behind the wildly popular supernatural action manga Dandadan. Learn about his unique artistic style, career milestones, and influence on modern manga.

Notable Works:

• Dandadan

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Yusuke Murata

Yusuke Murata, acclaimed artist of One-Punch Man and Eyeshield 21, revolutionized manga action sequences with incredibly detailed artwork and digital techniques. Explore his artistic innovations.

Notable Works:

• One-Punch Man
• Eyeshield 21
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Yuto Suzuki

Yuto Suzuki is a young Japanese manga artist who revolutionized action storytelling in Weekly Shonen Jump with his 2020 debut series Sakamoto Days. Known for dynamic action sequences with cinematic choreography reminiscent of John Wick and exceptional comedic timing, Suzuki has established himself as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary manga.

Notable Works:

• Sakamoto Days

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