S01E01 Chiba Tetsuya
Urasawa visits legendary manga author Chiba Tetsuya, most famous for his series Tomorrow's Joe.
Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo
S01E16: Minase Ai
Join us as we visit the workspace of manga artist Minase Ai, well-known for tales of youthful romance such as Hachimitsu ni Hatsukoi. On our visit we see her working on Seishun Heavy Rotation, which requires her to draw two preliminary drafts before the final version is ready. Her meticulous attention to detail and the technique used to produce a sparkling effect draw admiration. Along with the focus on the artist's skill, we delve into the thoughts and emotions that infuse this heartwarming love story.
Overview
Reboot of the original Manben series from 2014-2017. Naoki Urasawa is returning to visit eight different manga authors, observe them in their daily work and discuss the creation of manga.
Episodes
S01E02 Iwamoto Nao
Urasawa visits Iwamoto Nao, author of The Tengu's Daughter and The Seven Knights of the Marronnier Kingdom.
S01E03 Sugimura Shin-ichi
S01E04 Hoshino Yukinobu
This time, we go behind the scenes of manga creation with sci-fi master Hoshino Yukinobu. Marvel at the power of the pen as Hoshino works on incredible ocean scenery for his epic, Kaitei.
S01E05 Morohoshi Daijiro
S01E06 Nishi Keiko
Witness manga come to life as Nishi Keiko works on her popular manga Hatsukoi no Sekai. Join us and learn how the romance master's focus on "show, don't tell" creates epic love stories.
S01E07 Soryo Fuyumi
This time, we go behind the scenes of manga creation with Soryo Fuyumi as she takes on the historical epic Cesare. Join us as we discover the secrets of her art and "unthinkable" techniques.
S01E08 Sakamoto Shin-ichi
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a manga is created with Sakamoto Shin-ichi, a master of realistic imagery and digital creation, and find out how much technology has advanced as the creator works on his...
S01E09 Yasuhiko Yoshikazu
Known as the animator behind "Mobile Suit Gundam," Yasuhiko Yoshikazu takes on his final serialized manga, "Inui and Tatsumi." At over 70, he moves his brush across the page, effortlessly creating exciting action from different...
S01E10 Kashiwagi Haruko
S01E11 Oshimi Shuzo
S01E12 Watanabe Wataru
This time, Watanabe Wataru joins us with Yowamushi Pedal, the first sports manga featured on our show. How does Watanabe use black ink to create an exhilarating sense of speed? What techniques help bring races...
S01E13 Aoike Yasuko
S01E14 Arai Hideki
S01E15 Tezuka Osamu
Tezuka Osamu, often called "the god of manga," was responsible for many of the twentieth century's biggest hits. His accomplishments include titles such as Black Jack, Astro Boy, and the work that many people consider...
S01E16 Minase Ai
Join us as we visit the workspace of manga artist Minase Ai, well-known for tales of youthful romance such as Hachimitsu ni Hatsukoi. On our visit we see her working on Seishun Heavy Rotation, which...
S01E17 Terada Katsuya
Join us as we go behind the scenes of manga creation with world-famous artist Terada Katsuya as he works on the highly anticipated full-color entry in his Saiyuki Daienou series.
S01E18 Shimamoto Kazuhiko
S01E19 Mizuki Shigeru
S01E20 Otomo Katsuhiro â–½ Beyond "AKIRA"?! Approaching a legendary masterpiece.
Cast
Naoki Urasawa
Self - Presenter
Wakana Aoi
Self - Narration (voice)
