Kinnikuman is monumental Japanese manga that has been an explosive hit since the 1980s. The story of Kinnikuman, the main character, fighting various superhumans with a mix of humorous elements and realistic thrills of martial arts has created wild enthusiasm with many children. Miniature erasers shaped as characters, known as “Kin-Keshi” (“Kinnikuman Erasers”) also became all the rage. Even now, more than 40 years after its beginning, the serial publication continues, entertaining fans of the past while gaining new readers. YUDETAMAGO, is the duo of the story writer Takashi Shimada, and the artist Yoshinori Nakai, who were classmates since elementary school.
Mr. Nakai says: "We used to rent a workspace together, but when I was drawing, I couldn’t concentrate with him walking around behind me working on the storyline (laugh). So we separated our workspaces and have weekly meetings. This gives us just the right amount of space."