The Career and Major Works of Rumiko Takahashi

• The Life and Career of Rumiko Takahashi
• The Major Works of Rumiko Takahashi
• An Introduction to Takahashi's Minor Works

An Introduction to Takahashi's Minor Works

      Takahashi's works are not limited to major series, as she has also written many short stories over the years including a manga autobiography, which also discusses her creative process. Several of her short stories have even been adapted into OAVs, including One Pound Gospel, a mini series about a novice nun who is in love with a hopeless boxer. Another popular mini-series by Takahashi, The Mermaid Forest has also been adapted into anime. This series is very popular because it is more dark and macabre. Two people who have tasted the flesh of a mermaid have achieved eternal life; the only problem is they want to die. Then there are the Rumic Tales, a collection of short stories, which range from works created prior to Urusei Yatsura through those written in the early 1990s. Stories range from the every day slice of life to science fiction (for a full review of these short stories be sure to check out next month's issue of BANDWIDTH).

      For over two decades Takahashi has graced the world with her unique story telling and art. And she shows no signs of stopping. At 44 years old, she continues to develop unique and entertaining stories that surpass cultural differences, age, and sex. Her ability to take Japanese culture and put in such a way that it not only entertains but engages the reader to actually want to learn about her native culture are what have made her one of the most highly paid manga artists.

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