MANGA RADIO

In this special talk series, radio host Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting sits down with manga artist Takako Shimura, the creator of Aoi Hana, Wandering Son, and Awashima Hyakkei.In the final episode of this four-part series, Shimura opens up about her latest works — A Story of a Family Like That and Hatsukoi no Tsugi — and shares insights into the everyday moments behind her sensational stories. Share your thoughts and requests with #MangaRadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for

A special talk series where Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting System sits down with some of Japan’s most beloved manga artists. Our second guest in this renewed edition is Takako Shimura, the acclaimed creator of Aoi Hana (Sweet Blue Flowers), Wandering Son. In this third episode of a four-part series, Shimura shares stories behind her iconic works and opens up about her creative process and approach to storytelling. Join the conversation on social media with #マンガのラジオ —

A special talk show where Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting sits down with top manga creators!Our guest for the second episode after the show’s relaunch is none other than Takako Shimura,the brilliant mind behind 「Aoi Hana (Sweet Blue Flowers)」, 「Wandering Son」, and 「Awajima Hyakkei」 In this second part of our four-episode series,Shimura talks about her early creative journey — from original indie worksto the challenges of her debut days and how her breakout hit 「The Residents of

A special talk series with manga artists, hosted by Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting. Our second guest in the revamped series is none other than Takako Shimura, creator of "Aoi Hana", "Wandering Son", and "Awajima Hyakkei". In this first of four episodes, we dive into the origins of her love for manga, her unexpected inspirations growing up, and the beginnings of her creative journey. Share your thoughts and requests on social media with #マンガのラジオ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

A special talk show where Nippon Broadcasting’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori sits down with legendary manga creators.After an unexpected end to the program and a three-month hiatus, the show is back! For the grand comeback in September 2025, our very first guest is none other than the legend of legends—Osamu Akimoto, creator of KochiKame. In this final episode of the four-part series, we continue our deep dive into KochiKame and also explore his ongoing works Mr. Clice and TimeTuber

A special talk program featuring Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori andlegendary manga artists, Osamu Akimoto.After the show’s sudden end and three months of quiet, we’re finally back! For our comeback in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends,Osamu Akimoto, creator of Kochikame! This is the third episode in our four-part series.This time, we dive into Yoppi’s favorite Kochikame episodes and hear Akimoto-sensei’s unique work philosophy

A special talk program featuring manga artist andNippon Broadcasting’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori. After an abrupt end and three months of waiting, the show is back! For the comeback edition in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends—Osamu Akimoto, the creator of Kochikame! This is the second episode of a four-part series, where we hear stories about his time as an animator at Tatsunoko Production and the early days of Kochikame. Share your thoughts and requests

After an unexpected end, and three months under the radar,Manga Radiois back! For our big comeback in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends — Osamu Akimoto, the creator ofKochiKame. Kicking off this four-part series, Episode 1 dives into his “real-life Ryotsu” boyhood days and the creative sparks of his high school years. Share your thoughts and requests with#MangaRadio This English version was translated using the multilingual voice translation tool