Taiyō Matsumoto

Manga artist and creator of Tekkonkinkreet

Taiyō Matsumoto - Manga artist and creator of Tekkonkinkreet
Born

October 25th, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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A manga artist, celebrated for unique storytelling and artistic style. Began career in the 1990s, creating works that gained recognition in various manga platforms. Notable for creating 'Tekkonkinkreet', which explores themes of urban life and juvenile delinquents. This work was adapted into an anime film, further extending its reach. Other significant works include 'Blue Spring' and 'Gogo Monster', both of which garnered critical acclaim for their innovative approaches to narrative and illustration.

Created the manga Tekkonkinkreet, adapted into an anime film

Published other influential works like Blue Spring and Gogo Monster

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