Kantoku-sensei, the hugely popular illustrator who has worked on numerous media adaptations and hit works, including light novels and TV anime, is celebrating his 20th anniversary! To commemorate this ever-evolving master illustrator, Kantoku-sensei's 20th anniversary, two anniversary art books will be published in November and December 2023!
The second volume, "SHIZUKU," features a large collection of illustrations of popular characters representing Kantoku-sensei's original artwork, including "Shizuku," as well as other star heroines such as "Ichika" and the "Three Sisters (Hiromi, Kei, and Kanna)." In addition, it includes over 300 original artworks from his university days' manga club presentations to the present day!
Furthermore, it includes a long poster using the cover illustration and a memorial interview revealing the secrets behind the creation of the popular mascot character, "Shizuku"! A staggering 320 pages—a testament to the depth of the artist's career!
Kantoku, a legendary artist admired by fans and countless other creators alike, presents the culmination of 20 years of his original artwork. This legendary illustrator, representing a new era, shares his journey through his work: the footprints of his career, the steps he's taken towards evolution, his pure and unwavering creative spirit, and the deepened expressive power he's gained through occasional detours and detours. Experience the profound history and allure of Kantoku's original artwork in this voluminous collection! Enjoy this memorable collection celebrating his 20th anniversary!