Junji Ito

Junji Itō is a renowned Japanese cartoonist and illustrator, celebrated for his horror manga.

Born in 1963 in Gifu Prefecture, he initially worked as a dental technician while creating comics on the side.

Ito's work is known for its intricate depictions of body horror, psychological elements, and eroticism.

His most famous series include Tomie, Uzumaki, and Gyo, which have been adapted into various media.

Inspired by his sister's drawings and Kazuo Umezu's comics, Ito developed a unique style that has earned him acclaim in the horror genre, particularly for his short stories and longer series.