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Takeshi Obata
| Japanese name | 小畑健 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Born | 1969 |
| Active in WSJ | 1985–2012 |
Takeshi Obata is one of the most versatile manga artists in WSJ history, known for his photorealistic character designs and meticulous detail. He first gained widespread acclaim as the artist for Hikaru no Go, then reached global fame with Death Note alongside writer Tsugumi Ohba. His refined art style has defined some of the most visually distinctive series in modern manga.
Works in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Takeshi Obata?
Takeshi Obata is one of the most versatile manga artists in WSJ history, known for his photorealistic character designs and meticulous detail. He first gained widespread acclaim as the artist for Hikaru no Go, then reached global fame with Death Note alongside writer Tsugumi Ohba. His refined art style has defined some of the most visually distinctive series in modern manga.
What manga series did Takeshi Obata create for Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Takeshi Obata created Hikaru no Go, Death Note, Bakuman. for Weekly Shōnen Jump (1985–2012).
When did Takeshi Obata first appear in Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Takeshi Obata's first work in WSJ was Hikaru no Go, debuting on December 7, 1998.
Is Takeshi Obata still active?
Takeshi Obata was active in WSJ from 1985–2012. Currently working on new creative projects.