Kiyohiko Azuma

Pen name Kiyohiko Azuma (あずまきよひこ Azuma Kiyohiko), real name Kiyohiko Higashi (東清彦 Higashi Kiyohiko), born May 27, 1968, is a manga artist. His most well-known work is Azumanga Daioh. Other works of his include several Tenchi Muyo! comics and Yotsuba To!.

Kiyohiko's style of manga art is unique and unconnected to the shojo and shonen styles of the 1990s. His original works deviate from standard manga plotlines; rather than base science-fiction or fantasy settings, Kiyohiko's manga take place in a completely normal world, and the entertainment of his stories is derived solely from the well-developed personalities of his characters.

External links

• azumakiyohiko.com; Kiyohiko's personal website (Japanese)
• Yotuba Sutazio; Kiyohiko's studio website (Japanese)