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Rumiko Takahashi and Junji Ito manga discussion

Overview

Manga artists Rumiko Takahashi and Junji Ito participated in a VIZ Media discussion regarding their careers and the manga industry. During the conversation, the two explored the possibility of a collaboration, with Ito suggesting a horror-themed project due to Takahashi’s versatility. Takahashi noted that Ito’s horror style possesses a ‘freshness that has changed the world of manga’.

Following this, Ito shared details about an unfinished horror concept involving a sinister radio broadcast that leads to a public disaster. While Ito has previously developed storyboards for the tale, he stated he has not completed it because the timing did not feel right. Takahashi encouraged him to revisit the work, though Ito noted that finishing the project would require rebuilding the story and storyboards from the ground up.

Entities

Viz Media · Junji Ito · Rumiko Takahashi · Kazuo Umezu

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Junji Ito reveals unfinished horror manga concept

    Manga master Junji Ito revealed an unfinished horror story set in a radio station that he has been unable to complete due to timing and creative requirements.

  2. 6 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Rumiko Takahashi and Junji Ito discuss manga collaboration

    Manga creators Rumiko Takahashi and Junji Ito met for a VIZ Media interview to discuss their careers and the possibility of a hypothetical horror manga collaboration.

Sources

br.ign.com · comicbook.com · fumettologica.it · gamerclick.it