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Manga Illustrator Erika Ikeda Admits to Tax Evasion in Fukuoka Court
Erika Ikeda, the manga illustrator behind The Apothecary Diaries, known by her pen name Nekokurage, confessed to income tax evasion during her first trial at the Fukuoka District Court on May 31, 2024. She admitted to evading approximately 47 million yen in taxes by not reporting her income over several years, with Presiding Judge Yuko Takeda overseeing the case. After acknowledging the charges, Ikeda explained, “I was planning to file a consolidated tax return for several years.” The prosecution highlighted…
Look Back Anime Film Director Had Not Seen His Own Home In Over 2 Months
Tokyo saw an exclusive early premiere of the anime adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s “Look Back” on June 1, 2024. During the event, director Kiyotaka Oshiyama charmed the audience with a behind-the-scenes look at the relentless effort and demanding schedule that went into the film’s completion. Oshiyama revealed that he was fine-tuning the film up until the very afternoon before its premiere, highlighting the dedication and last-minute hustle that brought the project to fruition. He had been staying at the studio…
Kusanagi’s Yona Of The Dawn Manga Is Going To Finish Soon
Mizuho Kusanagi announced on X (formerly Twitter) that her beloved manga, Yona of the Dawn (Akatsuki no Yona), is entering its final arc. This news comes as the series just received an award in the Long Seller Comics Division at the Rakuten Kobo e-Book Award 2024. Known for her work on Mugen Spiral, Game X Rush, and NG Life, Kusanagi started Yona of the Dawn in Hakusensha’s Hana to Yume magazine in 2009. Fans can look forward to the release…
A Terminally Ill Fan Motivated Bleach Creator To Not Give Up On His Manga
Tite Kubo, among other renowned authors, occasionally experiences creative slumps. Writer’s block and a lack of motivation are universal challenges that can affect creators across all genres. Despite its controversial ending, “Bleach” remains a beloved manga of the shonen genre, praised for its unique and enduring legacy as part of the Big 3. Kubo poured his creativity and dedication into the series, but at one point, he almost lost it. During the peak of “Bleach,” Kubo faced declining health and…
Fans Don’t Want A Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Game, They Want Season 2
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End has been a surprise hit in anime. Since its debut, it garnered a massive following and quickly rose to the top ranks on My Anime List, surpassing even the most beloved shows. Fans eagerly anticipated news of a second season after its first season ended, especially following its win at the Kodansha Manga Award 2024. However, there hasn’t been any confirmation yet. Instead, fans received an unexpected announcement: a collaboration with SCRAP’s Real Escape Game. This…
Perfect Blue Director Hates The Unrealistic Portrayal Of Women In Anime
The acclaimed director, Satoshi Kon, behind films like Tokyo Godfathers and Perfect Blue, has voiced his concerns about the portrayal of women in Japanese media. Many anime fans consume a large amount of anime daily, often without questioning the unrealistic depictions of female characters. Shonen manga, in particular, face criticism for their portrayal of women, which often lacks depth and realistic opportunities. Kon’s approach to female characters offers a refreshing perspective. He has consistently avoided “moe” characters in his works,…