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Masami Kurumada
| Japanese name | 車田正美 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Born | 1953 |
| Active in WSJ | 1974–1990 |
Masami Kurumada is a foundational figure of classic WSJ, creator of two iconic series. Ring ni Kakero was an early boxing manga that codified many shōnen tropes, while Saint Seiya — featuring armored warriors fighting as constellations — became a cultural phenomenon across Europe and Latin America, where it remains massively popular to this day.
Works in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Masami Kurumada?
Masami Kurumada is a foundational figure of classic WSJ, creator of two iconic series. Ring ni Kakero was an early boxing manga that codified many shōnen tropes, while Saint Seiya — featuring armored warriors fighting as constellations — became a cultural phenomenon across Europe and Latin America, where it remains massively popular to this day.
What manga series did Masami Kurumada create for Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Masami Kurumada created Ring ni Kakero, Saint Seiya for Weekly Shōnen Jump (1974–1990).
When did Masami Kurumada first appear in Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Masami Kurumada's first work in WSJ was Ring ni Kakero, debuting on December 14, 1976.
Is Masami Kurumada still active?
Masami Kurumada was active in WSJ from 1974–1990. Currently publishing Saint Seiya: Next Dimension in Weekly Shōnen Champion.