Matsuri Hino

Matsuri Hino is a Japanese manga artist best known for creating the supernatural romance series *Vampire Knight*, which was later adapted into an anime. She was born in Sapporo, Hokkaidō, and made her professional debut in 1995 with the one-shot *Ko no Yume ga Same Tara* in *LaLa DX*. Her work is characterized by elegant, detailed linework and a flair for gothic-romantic drama, often exploring themes of forbidden love and duality. Hino’s signature style and storytelling are most evident in *Vampire Knight*, a series she wrote and illustrated, which became a global hit. She also created the sequel series *Vampire Knight: Memories* and other titles such as *Shuriken and Pleats*, *Wanted*, and the *Pet Shop of Horrors: Tokyo* adaptation. Her key collaborators include the editors and staff at *LaLa* and *Shojo Beat* magazines. Hino’s later work continues to blend fantasy, action, and romance, maintaining a devoted readership. She has not publicly received major industry awards, but her influence on shojo manga and vampire fiction is widely recognized. Hino remains active in the manga industry, with her catalog spanning over two decades.