Mayu Shinjo
Japanese author and illustrator
Born
January 26th, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Japan
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An author and illustrator from Japan, this individual is recognized for contributions to the shoujo manga genre. Works often feature themes of romance and fantasy, catering primarily to a teen audience. Titles include the series 'Kimi wa Girlfriend' and 'Ai no Kakkō.' This person has gained significant popularity in the manga community, both domestically and internationally.
Created the manga series 'Kimi wa Girlfriend'
Published 'Ai no Kakkō'
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