Masasumi Kakizaki
Known best for being the illustrator for the seinen drama, “Rainbow,” Masasumi Kakizaki is a mangaka that excels at capturing stories of survival. Whether it’s from deadly viruses in “Kansen Rettou” or jail mates and wardens in “Rainbow,” Kakizaki brings out the psychological terror in trying to fight for your life. His art style is also notably gritty and striking, full of blood and action. One can’t help but frantically turn the pages of his manga in anticipation of what the protagonist’s next dangerous obstacle will be.