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Kenta Shinohara
| Japanese name | 篠原健太 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Born | 1974 |
| Active in WSJ | 2007–present |
Kenta Shinohara is the creator of Witch Watch, the magical comedy serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump since February 2021 and adapted into an anime in April 2025. A former assistant to Hideaki Sorachi (Gintama), he debuted as an author with Sket Dance (2007–2013), the school-comedy hit that won the 55th Shogakukan Manga Award, and later created Astra Lost in Space (2016–2017) on Shōnen Jump+, winner of the 2019 Manga Taishō. His trademark is ensemble comedy built on carefully planted plot twists.
Works in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kenta Shinohara?
Kenta Shinohara is the creator of Witch Watch, the magical comedy serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump since February 2021 and adapted into an anime in April 2025. A former assistant to Hideaki Sorachi (Gintama), he debuted as an author with Sket Dance (2007–2013), the school-comedy hit that won the 55th Shogakukan Manga Award, and later created Astra Lost in Space (2016–2017) on Shōnen Jump+, winner of the 2019 Manga Taishō. His trademark is ensemble comedy built on carefully planted plot twists.
What manga series did Kenta Shinohara create for Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Kenta Shinohara created Sket Dance, Astra Lost in Space and Witch Watch for Weekly Shōnen Jump (2007–present).
When did Kenta Shinohara first appear in Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Kenta Shinohara's first work in WSJ was Sket Dance, debuting on July 9, 2007.
Is Kenta Shinohara still active?
Kenta Shinohara is currently active, currently publishing Witch Watch.
Who created Sket Dance?
Sket Dance was created by Kenta Shinohara.
Who created Astra Lost in Space?
Astra Lost in Space was created by Kenta Shinohara.
Who created Witch Watch?
Witch Watch was created by Kenta Shinohara.