Yuto Sano

Overview

Illustrations

Yuto Sano
Yuto Sano's X (formerly known as Twitter) Profile
Japanese	佐 (さ) 乃 (の) 夕 (ゆう) 斗 (と)
Rōmaji	Sano Yūto
Personal Information
Gender	Unknown
Age	27
Birth Date	August 8, 1997
Birth Place	Tokushima Perfecture
Almamater	Tokushima Anabuki College
Manga genre	Action, Thriller, Comedy, Romance, Supernatural

Yuto Sano (佐 (さ) 乃 (の) 夕 (ゆう) 斗 (と) , Sano Yūto), the creator behind the Gokurakugai manga series, gained recognition as the winner of the 2017 Gessan Newcomer Award Winter Season when they were just 20 years old. Their notable accomplishment includes publishing the oneshot Gokurakugai: Trouble on Third Avenue, which laid the foundation for the ongoing serialized monthly series Gokurakugai, under Jump SQ.

Personal Biography

Yuto Sano's father was an avid reader of Weekly Shonen Jump (published by Shueisha), so Yuto had been reading boys' magazines since they were little. They liked thinking up characters and drawing pictures, and from junior high school, Yuto wanted to become a manga artist. They participated in an open campus event and decided to pursue it further.

	"After graduating, I won an award in Shogakukan's Newcomer Award and debuted as a manga artist! Now, I have moved to Tokyo, where I continue to draw new manuscripts while working as an assistant to another artist. My work is currently being serialized in a comic magazine, and I have published my own book.
—Yuto Sano, March 2017

After graduating last March of 2017, Yuto won an award in Shogakukan's "Gessan Newcomer Award 2016 Winter" and made their debut as a manga artist. For a while, Yuto worked in Tokushima, but now they have moved to Tokyo. While working as an assistant to a manga artist, Yuto continues to draw new manuscripts. As an assistant, they help with drawing backgrounds and digital finishing tasks like inking and toning, finding it very educational to observe various finishing processes.

At the vocational school, Yuto had the opportunity to show their work to editors twice a year and learned to use computers (digital tools), which was beneficial. Their goal is to create serialized works and have them published in book form within the next year or two.

New Writers' Introduction

Jump SQ.RISE 2020 WINTER Issue — New Writers' Introduction

This excerpt is taken from the Winter 2020 edition of Jump SQ.RISE, featuring the inclusion of Yuto Sano, who has contributed and published his oneshot titled Gokurakugai: Trouble on Third Avenue.

—Q1. Where is your hometown?

Answer: Tokushima Prefecture

—Q2. What are your favorite manga?

Answer: SLAM DUNK, Eyeshield 21

—Q3. What are your favorite movies?

Answer: Seven (1996 - Crime/Mystery Movie), Leon (1994 - Action/Drama), Iron Man (Marvel's Action/Sci-fi)

—Q4. Do you have any hobbies besides drawing manga?

Answer: Drawing, playing games

—Q5. What did you focus on the most in this work?

Answer: Tao and the background

—Q6. Message to the readers

Recommended by Editor Hattori: Once again, Sano-sensei, who left a stunning impression with the previous work LAWLESS KID, is back! This work features even more evolved illustrations, and the exceptional duo of Tao and Alma will surely captivate your attention. This talent, deserving of the words "carrying the next generation," is a must-read. Please be sure to give it a read!

Inside Contents

Jump SQ.RISE 2020 WINTER Issue - Inside Content

	Starting off the new year with my manga being featured is a good sign. I will do my best in 2020 as well.
— Yuto Sano, Gokurakugai: Trouble on Third Avenue — Center Color Page

Profile

Limited details are accessible regarding their physical appearance, marital status, or family structure.

Considering their achievement of winning the "2017 Gessan Newcomer Award Winter Season" at the age of 20, it is approximated that their current age in 2023 is around 25 to 26 years.

They seem to be a dog owner, as evidenced by the frequent presence of dog photos on their X (formerly known as Twitter) profile.

Background

Inspired by their father's fondness for Weekly Shonen Jump, Yuto Sano-sensei developed an early affinity for manga, nurturing an aspiration to become a manga artist through their passion for drawing.

Upon completing their high school education, they pursued studies at Tokushima Anabuki College. Following this, their talent was recognized with the 2017 Gessan Newcomer Award Winter Season from Shogakukan, signifying their official entry into the manga artist arena.

In the subsequent phase, they gained experience as an assistant while crafting works like "My Demon Lord-sama" and "The Incident on Gokuraku Street Third Avenue." Currently, their ongoing endeavor includes the serialization of Gokurakugai in Jump SQ.

Artistic Style

Yuto Sano-sensei's artwork is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and aesthetic appeal, portraying a strong and engaging presence. The remarkable quality of their artistry garnered significant acclaim when they secured the "2017 Gessan Newcomer Award."

Their X (formerly known as Twitter) feed features a diverse array of their artwork sketches, accompanied by insightful explanations of their artistic techniques.

Evidently, Yuto Sano-sensei diligently pursues continuous improvement in their artistry, exemplifying a steadfast commitment to honing their craft. It's worth noting that their creative influences extend to past works, such as "D-Grayman," "Eyeshield 21," and "SLAM DUNK."

Illustration Detail

Yuto Sano-sensei holds a special affinity for capturing a specific aspect, with "teeth" being their favored focus. Upon examining their illustrations, it becomes evident that they pay careful attention to details such as dental alignment and the presence of canine teeth, demonstrating their meticulous and unique approach in each piece.

Hobbies

Yuto Sano-sensei displays a diverse range of interests, extending beyond anime and manga to encompass a fondness for films and television dramas.

Furthermore, they have candidly shared their enthusiasm for YouTubers and Vocaloid, specifically acknowledging the following personalities:

Favorite YouTubers

• Bakumatsu Shishi (幕末志士)
• Tokai On Air (東海オンエア)

Favorite Singers (Vocaloid artists, etc.)

• Kenshi Yonezu
• Eve
• Sygma-G
• Chogakusei
• FAKE TYPE
• Surii
• MEGATERA•ZERO
• AraNaruMei
• syudou
• Ado
• Reol
• DAZBEE
• Yukimurachan!
• Rame Aohi
• Mizusou (水槽)
• Raon
• KANKAN
• Roce

Notable Works

Assistant History

Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Kemono Jihen (怪 (け) 物 (もの) 事 (じ) 変 (へん) )	Date:	December 2, 2016 - Ongoing
	Type:	Serialization	Genre:	Mystery, Supernatural
	When a series of animal bodies that rot away after a single night begin appearing in a remote mountain village, Inugami, a detective from Tokyo who specializes in the occult, is called to investigate. While working the case, he befriends a strange boy who works in the field every day instead of going to school. Shunned by his peers and nicknamed "Dorotabo" after a yokai that lives in the mud, he helps Inugami uncover the truth behind the killings - but supernatural forces are at work, and while Dorotabo is just a nickname, it might not be the only thing about the boy that isn't human.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Deadpool: SAMURAI (デッドプール：SAMURAI, Deddopūru: Samurai)	Date:	December 10, 2020
	Type:	Serialization	Genre:	Action, Supernatural
	"Everyone’s favorite Merc with a Mouth has finally come to manga! As soon as Deadpool moves to Tokyo, he runs afoul of some familiar faces. Before he knows it, he’s teaming up with new heroes, battling gods, attending concerts, and being repeatedly dismembered. That’s good, right? Anyway, Deadpool lands in Tokyo with a bang! What could possibly go wrong when Iron Man invites Deadpool join the Avengers' new Samurai Squad? After all, Deadpool is just in it for the money…and the trip to Japan. This is fine, right?" A drawing of Deadpool by Sano has been featured on the assistant introduction page for Volume 2!

Own Series

Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Love Soldier Caroline (Love Soldier キャロライン, Love Soldier Kyarorain)	Date:	August 31, 2016
	Type:	One-shot	Genre:	Action, Comedy
	Caroline, known as the Love Soldier, rushes to the aid of a distressed woman facing harassment. After defeating the harassers with her quirky combat moves, Caroline returns home to focus on her appearance and daydreams about her celebrity crush, Takeyama Shigeo. A group of men, blaming Caroline for relationship challenges, plans to confront her. Later, while watching Shigeo's TV show, Caroline is alerted to a cry for help. Upon arrival at a deserted location, she faces six men, one resembling Shigeo. Despite the resemblance, Caroline fights to protect women, enduring hits and employing comedic tactics to thwart a bomb threat. Ultimately, she saves the men, leaving them grateful and puzzled by her unique approach.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Dobanobado (ドバノバド)	Date:	April 12, 2018
	Type:	One-shot	Genre:	Comedy, Sports
	Dovani asserts that he can excel in various sports, such as football, basketball, and baseball. However, his badminton coach, who is also his professor, warned him about the possibility of repeating a year due to his low grades. Despite his lack of interest in badminton, he was selected for the team as a partial replacement. This is where he will encounter Suito, the star player of the badminton team, who will impart to him the resilience and determination inherent in the sport that Dovani used to mock.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Watashi no Maou-sama (私の魔王さま, alternatively known as My Demon Lord)	Date:	October 12, 2018
	Type:	One-shot	Genre:	Comedy, Fantasy, Historical, Romance
	On a serene night, a princess dwelling in a palace found herself reclining on her chamber bed, reflecting on her yearning for freedom from the obligations of social gatherings and scholarly pursuits. Amidst her thoughts, she harbored a wish for an extraordinary change, hoping for the arrival of a Demon Lord who could liberate her from the monotony of her existence.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Lawless Kid (ロウレス キッド, also recognized by its capitalized title "LAWLESS KID")	Date:	April 22, 2019
	Type:	One-shot	Genre:	Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Post-apocalyptic, Poverty
	The plot of Lawless Kid revolves around a theme of post-peace declaration turmoil in a large city. Following a month of declared peace, the city begins to dispose of various wastes outside its walls, including expendable humans. The narrative delves into the lives of the city's inhabitants who are struggling to survive in these adverse circumstances.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Gokurakugai: Trouble on Third Avenue (極楽街三番通の件, Gokurakugai San Bandōri no Ken)	Date:	January 27, 2020
	Type:	One-shot	Genre:	Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Post-apocalyptic, Poverty
	Within the diverse Gokurakugai district, a community encompassing humans, beastmen, and newly arrived mermaids, Tao and Alma stand as self-proclaimed troubleshooters with an array of skills. When confronted with a predicament, they are the go-to individuals for resolution. While driven by incentives like money, sustenance, and Tao's disposition, their inclination to assist is challenged by the earnest pleas of Nene, a timid mermaid seeking their aid.
Covers	Title and Description
	Title:	Gokurakugai (極楽街, Gokurakugai)	Date:	July 4, 2022 - ongoing
	Type:	Serialization	Genre:	Action, Thriller, Supernatural
	Gokurakugai, a bright and bustling working class district with a hidden dark side. In this area without order, Tao and Alma work as troubleshooters for hire. Their missions involve helping a young boy find his lost friend, a person who disappears without a trace, and disfigured animal corpses. All the while, the evil spirits who live in the shadows bring out a different side to these troubleshooters!