Interview with Renowned Manga Artist Inio Asano
A Conversation with the Creator of "Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction"
By Rebecca Silverman | Jun 20th 2018
Inio Asano, the renowned artist behind acclaimed manga such as "Solanin," "Goodnight Punpun," and "Oyasumi Punpun," recently sat down for an interview with Paste Magazine. During the conversation, Asano discussed his latest work, "Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction," as well as his thoughts on modern society and the Japanese manga market.
Asano revealed that "Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction" is a story that he has been wanting to tell for a long time. The series follows a group of high school students who are trying to find their place in a world that is constantly changing around them.
"I wanted to write a story about young people who are trying to figure out who they are and what they want to do with their lives," Asano said. "I think that's something that everyone can relate to, no matter what their age or background."
Asano also discussed his thoughts on the Japanese manga market. He said that he believes that the market is becoming increasingly competitive, and that it is difficult for new artists to get their work noticed.
"I think that the manga market is very saturated right now," Asano said. "There are a lot of great artists out there, and it can be hard to stand out."
Despite the challenges, Asano remains optimistic about the future of manga. He said that he believes that there is still a lot of room for innovation in the medium.
"I think that manga is a very powerful medium," Asano said. "It can be used to tell stories that can't be told in any other way."
Inio Asano is one of the most important manga artists working today. His work is both insightful and entertaining, and it offers a unique perspective on the human condition. "Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction" is a must-read for fans of Asano's work, and for anyone who is interested in the future of manga.
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