[Manga Radio supported by viviON] Vol. 254: Izumi Takemoto (Part 1) — “The World of Shōjo Manga Is Vast”

An exclusive interview program featuring announcer Hisanori Yoshida in conversation with manga artists.

In August 2026, we welcome Izumi Takemoto, creator of Aoi-chan Panic! and Nekome ~ Waku, as well as the character designer for the TV anime Apocalypse Hotel.

In this first episode of the five-part series, Takemoto talks about his experiences with manga as a boy and what he found fascinating about shōjo manga when he was a young aspiring artist.

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