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Yoshitaka Amano


Born
in Shizuoka, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
March 26, 1952

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Arts & Photography


Yoshitaka Amano (Japanese: 天野 喜孝) is a celebrated Japanese visual artist, illustrator, and character designer known for his ethereal style and cross-genre influence in anime, video games, literature, and fine art. He began his career in 1967 at the age of 15 with Tatsunoko Production, where he contributed to iconic anime series such as Speed Racer, Gatchaman, and Tekkaman. In 1982, he became an independent artist, illustrating acclaimed fantasy novels including Vampire Hunter D and The Guin Saga, and later provided character and logo designs for the globally popular Final Fantasy video game franchise, which brought him international recognition.
Amano’s distinctive aesthetic combines intricate linework with vivid colors, drawing on Western c ...more

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Average rating: 4.21 · 54,094 ratings · 2,916 reviews · 225 distinct works • Similar authors
Amano: The Complete Prints
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The Sky: The Art of Final F...
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Coffin: The Art of Vampire ...
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The Tale of Genji
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Fairies
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Final Fantasy Ultimania Arc...
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Dawn: The Worlds of Final F...
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Mateki: The Magic Flute
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Yoshitaka Amano: Illustrations
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