- Language
- Japanese
- Occupation
- Mangaka
- Gender
- Non-binary
- Date of birth
- 1970-03-05
- Hometown
- Kashiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
- Years active
- 1989
- Blood type
- B
Yuu Watase
渡瀬悠宇
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Identifies as X-gender, a form of non-binary gender identity in Japan, but prefers feminine pronouns in English.
Watase started drawing manga at the age of five, and by the age of 17 she aspired to be a professional mangaka. She was bullied relentlessly from elementary school until high school, eventually culminating in a suicide attempt. These experiences were later used for scenes in Arata: The Legend. She credits her recovery to religion, as she is a member of Soka Gakkai, a Buddhist organization that promotes peace centered on respect for the dignity of life, and she often provide illustrations for the organization's newsletter.
In 1998, Watase won the 43rd (1997) Shogakukan Manga Award for Ayashi no Ceres.
Signature works
Career timeline
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Genre preference
- Romance29%
- Comedy18%
- Drama16%
- Fantasy16%
- Adventure12%
- Supernatural5%
- Slice of Life3%
- Action2%
Frequent collaborators
Frequently asked questions
What is Yuu Watase's name in other languages?
Yuu Watase is also known as 渡瀬悠宇.
When is Yuu Watase's birthday?
Yuu Watase was born on March 5, 1970.
How old is Yuu Watase?
Yuu Watase is 56 years old.
What is Yuu Watase's gender?
Yuu Watase is non-binary.
What is Yuu Watase's blood type?
Yuu Watase's blood type is B.
What does Yuu Watase do?
Yuu Watase works as Mangaka.
What language does Yuu Watase voice in?
Yuu Watase performs in Japanese.
Where is Yuu Watase from?
Yuu Watase is from Kashiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
