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Junji Ito Inducted into Eisner Hall of Fame

7/27/2025

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Celebrated horror manga artist Junji Ito was honored with induction into the Eisner Awards Hall of Fame on July 26, 2025, adding to his impressive collection of four Eisner wins, including for "Frankenstein" and "Remina." In a heartfelt speech, he acknowledged the profound influence of the late Kazuo Umezz on his chilling storytelling journey.

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Celebrated horror manga artist Junji Ito was honored with induction into the Eisner Awards Hall of Fame on July 26, 2025, adding to his impressive collection of four Eisner wins, including for "Frankenstein" and "Remina." In a heartfelt speech, he acknowledged the profound influence of the late Kazuo Umezz on his chilling storytelling journey.