- Language
- Japanese
- Occupation
- Mangaka
- Gender
- Male
- Date of birth
- 1958-02-23
- Hometown
- Otoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan
- Years active
- 1979
Miki Tori
とり・みき
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He is a Japanese manga artist, character designer, essayist, and screenplay writer. His pen name was created by mixing up the pronunciation of the kanji making up his real name. He worked as a writer on "WXIII: Patlabor the Movie 3". Tori attended Meiji University, majoring in English literature, though he left his studies before receiving a degree. He was a member of the Rakugo research club during his time there. For many years, his manga appeared in the television guide "TV Bros."
Known for his Risuukei gag (Science fiction related gag) manga, he debuted in 1979 with his work "Boku no Uchuubito" (ぼくの宇宙人) in weekly shounen champion. It won him the "Rookie manga award." Tori has won multiple awards for his work, including two Seiun Awards (in 1994 for "Dai-Hon'ya", and in 1998 for SF Taishou) and one Bungeishunjuu Manga Award (in 1995 for "Touku e Ikitai").
Signature works
Career timeline
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19862017
Genre preference
- Sci-Fi28%
- Comedy26%
- Drama15%
- Action13%
- Fantasy5%
- Horror5%
- Romance5%
- Adventure3%
Frequent collaborators
Frequently asked questions
What is Miki Tori's name in other languages?
Miki Tori is also known as とり・みき, Micky Bird, Mickey Bird, videobird.
When is Miki Tori's birthday?
Miki Tori was born on February 23, 1958.
How old is Miki Tori?
Miki Tori is 68 years old.
What is Miki Tori's gender?
Miki Tori is male.
What does Miki Tori do?
Miki Tori works as Mangaka.
What language does Miki Tori voice in?
Miki Tori performs in Japanese.
Where is Miki Tori from?
Miki Tori is from Otoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan.
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