Template:Short description Template:Use mdy dates Template:Infobox comics creator Template:Nihongo is a Japanese manga artist. He is known for his martial arts series Grappler Baki (1991–1999) and its four sequels, which have sold over 100 million volumes.[1] In 1996, he began working on Garōden, an original work by Baku Yumemakura. He has also collaborated on the series Garōden Boy.
Prior to becoming a manga artist, he served five years in the 1st Airborne Brigade of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.[2] During his service he practiced amateur boxing, and has competed in the National Sports Festival. He also holds a degree in Shorinji Kempo, which he has practiced since he was a teenager.
He is the father of Paru Itagaki, Beastars manga author.[3]
Works
- Make-Upper
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