About Keiko Yamada
Born 1965. Keiko Yamada is a Japanese mangaka.
is a Japanese manga artist, who has had all three of her serial manga picked up for English translation (although Limited Lovers remains untranslated).
Her first piece, a one-shot, was about old-style talking demons. She is most known for her manga VS (also known as 'Versus' ), which has been noted for its unusual premise, in that it centres on violinists.
Yamada is also known for her distinctive drawing style which exaggerates elements of classic manga style. The watercolour-like quality of her coloured work has also been praised.
Works (published in Princess Comics, licensed by DC Comics/CMX, 7 volumes) (DC Comics/CMX)(1994–2010, 13 volumes) (2004-ongoing, 3 volumes)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Keiko Yamada?
Manga artist
When was Keiko Yamada born?
Keiko Yamada was born on 9 December 1965 in Kitakyūshū.
What is Keiko Yamada's occupation?
Keiko Yamada is a mangaka.
What nationality is Keiko Yamada?
Keiko Yamada is Japanese.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Keiko Yamada (artist)
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