Kia Asamiya Japanese mangaka. Date of Birth: 28.01.1963 Country: Japan

1. Early Life and Career
2. Notable Works
3. Studio TRON

Early Life and Career

KiAa Asamiya, born Michihiro Kikuchi in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, is an acclaimed Japanese manga artist. While his given name is often used in consultations for anime series, he primarily operates under the moniker KiAa Asamiya, earning widespread recognition for his manga series.

Notable Works

Asamiya's prolific career has resulted in numerous manga works, many translated into English. Among his most renowned series are "Martian Successor Nadesico" and "Silent Möbius," which have gained international acclaim.

Studio TRON

To engage with his fans, Asamiya established Studio TRON, a platform where he maintains a blog and shares high-quality artwork from his creations. As a playful touch, he often replaces his photo with a humorous self-caricature of a figure wearing a cap and a rectangular box with the words "Now Printing," signifying his ongoing creative process. This signature self-portrait has become an iconic element in Asamiya's work.