Collage of characters from Oshi no Ko and Ai Bakka
Manga artist Mengo Yokoyari recently scored a massive hit with Oshi no Ko, a bittersweet story set in Japan’s idol music industry, written by Aka Akasaka. Originally serialized in Young Jump magazine, Oshi no Ko went supernova when it was adapted into an anime in 2023. While the anime series is still ongoing, with a third season planned for 2026, the Oshi no Ko manga concluded in November 2024, leaving fans wondering what Mengo Yokoyari might be up to next.
Mengo Yokoyari’s Career and Legacy Collaboration and Success with Oshi no Ko Born in Mie Prefecture in 1988, Mengo Yokoyari made her debut as a manga artist in 2009 with the one-shot story Shinken☆H-Zemi!. Her breakthrough work, Scum’s Wish, ran from 2012 to 2017 and successfully transitioned to other media, including an anime series and a live-action drama, cementing her reputation within the Japanese entertainment industry.
Beyond Manga: Yokoyari as an Illustrator What’s Next for Yokoyari? Close Beyond manga, Yokoyari is also active as an illustrator under the online alias"Yori," contributing artwork primarily for Vocaloid music videos. Her distinct art style, characterized by expressive character designs and emotional depth, has made her a sought-after and successful artist.
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