Mizuho Kusanagi

Mizuho Kusanagi is a Japanese manga artist best known as the creator of the long-running fantasy adventure series *Yona of the Dawn*. She was born on February 3, 1979, in Kumamoto, Japan. Kusanagi began her career in manga with short stories before launching *Yona of the Dawn* in 2009, a series that follows a princess on a quest to reclaim her kingdom. The work is noted for its detailed art, strong character development, and blend of action, romance, and political intrigue. Kusanagi serves as the writer and artist for the series, which has been serialized in *Hana to Yume* and collected into numerous volumes. Her style often features expressive characters and lush backgrounds, with a focus on emotional storytelling. *Yona of the Dawn* has been adapted into an anime and has earned a dedicated international readership. Kusanagi has collaborated with her editors and assistants to maintain the series’ consistent quality over its long run. She has received recognition for her work, including a nomination for the Manga Taisho award. As of the mid-2020s, she continues to produce new chapters of *Yona of the Dawn*, solidifying her reputation as a key figure in modern shojo manga.