Junji Ito

Biography

Junji Ito is a Japanese horror mangaka born on July 31, 1963, in Sakashita, Gifu Prefecture. He began his career at a young age with early influences from Kazuo Umezu and other manga artists. His notable works include Tomie, Uzumaki, and Gyo, which have garnered a substantial cult following and been adapted into various film and anime series.