Many Voices of Condolence for the Passing of Tetsuya Chiba
On October 27, 2026, manga artist Tetsuya Chiba passed away, and many have mourned his death. He created numerous masterpieces and was dedicated to the development of the manga industry.
Tribute Messages from Creators Influenced by Him
Many manga artists, such as Kia Asamiya of "Silent Möbius" and Akira Himekawa of the "The Legend of Zelda" series, expressed their condolences for his death. They spoke about the influence of Chiba's works on them and shared words of gratitude.
Furthermore, various creators shared their memories with Chiba. Kunihiko Ikuhara, the director of "Sailor Moon R," reflected on an episode from a meeting with him, while Junji Kamijo of "Toy" praised Chiba's contributions to the entire industry.
Chao Editorial Department Praises His Achievements
The Chao editorial department, which published Chiba's serialized work "Hinemosu Notari Nikki," has also expressed deep respect and gratitude for his enormous contributions to the manga world. The influence he left behind will surely be carried on by the next generation of creators.
Personal Tributes from Fans
Many fans have also spoken on social media about how they were influenced by Chiba's works. His iconic work, "Ashita no Joe," especially left a profound impact on their lives. Renowned game creator Hideo Kojima also posted about reminiscing on Chiba, as he reread the match scenes in Joe.
