Birthplace: Ishioka, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
Asano Inio is best known for character-driven, realist manga that blend slice-of-life storytelling with psychological depth—sometimes veering into horror territory. He won first prize in the GX competition for young manga artists back in 2001, which marked the start of his career in the industry. The Yomiuri Shimbun once called him "one of the voices of his generation," a testament to how his work resonated with readers.
His manga Solanin became notable enough to get a live-action film adaptation in 2010. He was married to fellow mangaka Akane Torikai from September 2018 until their divorce in 2022.
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