Kazuo Umezu, celebrated as a pioneer in horror manga and known for iconic works like Hyouryuu Kyoushitsu (The Drifting Classroom) and Makoto-chan, died on October 28 at the age of 88 due to stomach cancer.
Born in 1936 in Wakayama, Japan, and raised in Nara, Umezu launched his career in 1955 and quickly rose to prominence with his unique, disturbing art style and his explora…
Umezu spent his final days in a care facility.
His funeral was held privately, with plans for a public memorial to follow.