Mayu Shinjo

Japanese author and illustrator

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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