KURUMI - Kurumi - Kantoku 20th Anniversary Artworks

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 will be releasing two anniversary art books in November and December 2023! The first volume, "KURUMI," features a grand collection of illustrations of Kantoku-sensei's most popular original artwork, including his signature character "Kurumi," as well as other named star heroines such as "Nagisa," "Umineko," "Mai," "Akemi & Himeru," "Sora," "Toko," "Mimi," "Komomo," and "Etsumin"! Furthermore, it includes a poster featuring the cover illustration and a memorial interview revealing the secrets behind the creation of the popular mascot character, "Kurumi"! 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!