Shotaro Ishinomori

Japanese manga artist and author

Shotaro Ishinomori - Japanese manga artist and author
Born

January 25th, 1938
87 years ago

Died

January 28th, 1998
27 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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A prominent manga artist and author, contributed significantly to the development of manga in Japan. Created series such as 'Cyborg 009' and 'Kamen Rider', which became cultural phenomena. Began a career in the 1950s, publishing numerous works that captured the imagination of audiences. His style and storytelling techniques influenced a generation of manga artists and helped establish manga as an important form of entertainment.

Created 'Cyborg 009'

Developed 'Kamen Rider' series

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