Black Jack Sousaku Hiwa

A documentary manga filled with interviews and behind-the-scene stories about the god of manga, Osamu Tezuka.

A great non-fiction series. It’s filled with so many interviews and little revelations about who Tezuka was. Whether it’s former assistants, fellow manga artists, his children, or his editors, everyone has a unique take on Tezuka himself.

I also love Kouji Yoshimoto’s art style. It’s cartoony and delightful. Yoshimoto has drawn some story manga but I prefer his non-fiction work. I also recommend the documentary series about Japanese composer Mamoru Samuragochi, Sabishii No Wa Anta Dake Ja Nai.

~dakazu