Tsugumi Ohba

Tsugumi Ohba is a renowned Japanese manga writer, best known under a pen name. Ohba's most notable work includes the immensely popular manga series Death Note, created in collaboration with illustrator Takeshi Obata, which ran from 2003 to 2006 and resulted in 30 million copies in circulation. The pair's next series, Bakuman. (2008–2012), achieved similar success with 15 million copies in circulation.


In 2014, Ohba worked alongside Robico, the creator of My Little Monster, on a one-shot titled "Skip! Yamada-kun." Ohba's creative partnership with Obata continued with the series Platinum End, serialized from November 4, 2015, to January 4, 2021, in Jump SQ.


The true identity of Tsugumi Ohba is shrouded in mystery, with speculation suggesting the name might be a pseudonym for Hiroshi Gamō, known for the manga Tottemo! Luckyman, among others. There are rumors linking the pseudonym to Yuko Asami, an artist for Shonen Jump, with some suggesting that Ohba's work may even be reflected in the character "L" from Death Note, known for distinct habits like sitting in a peculiar way and having a fondness for snacks.


In Ohba's communication with fans, a silhouette of a woman holding an apple is often used, adding to the intrigue surrounding the author's gender and identity. According to profiles, Ohba hails from Tokyo, Japan, and is said to enjoy collecting teacups while constantly developing new manga plots.

Books

Bakuman, Volume 6: Recklessness and Guts

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Volume 5

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Volume 4: Phone Call and the Night Before

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman., Vol. 3

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman

2010

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman

2009

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Death Note, Vol. 2

2005

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Death Note, Vol. 1

2005

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 12: Artist and Manga Artist

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 20: Dreams and Reality

2013

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 19: Decision and Joy

2013

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 18: Leeway and Hell

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 17: One-Shot and Standalone

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 16: Rookie and Veteran

2013

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 15: Support and Feeling

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 14: Mind Games and Catchphrases

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 13: Fans and Love At First Sight

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 10: Visualization and Imagination

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 11: Title and Character Design

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 9: Talent and Pride

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 8: Panty Shot and Savior

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 7: Gag and Serious

2012

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 6: Recklessness and Guts

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 5: Yearbook and Photobook

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 4: Phone Call and The Night Before

2011

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 3: Debut and Impatience

2010

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 2

2010

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Bakuman, Vol. 1: Dreams and Reality

2008

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Death Note Box Set

2008

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 12: Finis

2007

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 5: Whiteout

2006

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 4: Love

2006

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 7: Zero

2006

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 8: Target

2006

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 9: Contact

2007

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 13: How to Read

2008

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 10: Deletion

2007

by Tsugumi Ohba

Death Note, Vol. 3: Hard Run

2006

by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

Death Note, Vol. 11: Kindred Spirits

2007

by Tsugumi Ohba

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