COUNTDOWN is a unique global crowdfunding platform with the strictly selected challenges.
COUNTDOWN is a unique global crowdfunding platform with the strictly selected challenges.
We are a comic-creator unit based in Osaka, Japan.
Kenichi Chikuhama is in charge of writing, composition, and animation production. In addition to creating comics, he has also worked on many entertainment events for local communities and amusement parks. He graduated from Kansai University and holds a grade 1 Event Management Certificate from Japan Association for the Promotion of Creative Events.
Kazuko Chikuhama is in charge of drawing. In 1988, her comic story, "Madame and the Swimmer," appeared in Garo, one of the most popular and well-known comic magazines in Japan. She has also worked as an illustrator and designer for a major energy company, various events, and other companies from a wide range of fields. As she refuses to limit herself to one style, the taste of her work varies from piece to piece from warm, tender touches to sharp, artistic styles.
We aspire to continue creating more and more happy and funky comics.
Awards
"Shi Ri To Ri" (Self-published comic)
Excellence Award at the 10th Japan Media Arts Festival
"Shi Ri To Ri" (Black and white ver.)
Special Award at the 1st ZOOKA Manga Awards
"Akasaka Kumiko no Sainan (Kumiko Akasaka's Ordeals)"
Jury Selections at the 8th Japan Media Arts Festival
"Kappa Maki"
Jury Selections at the 11th Japan Media Arts Festival
"Tako Men Paku"
Jury Selections at the 12th Japan Media Arts Festival
"Akasaka Kumiko no Shanghai Monogatari (Kumiko Akasaka in Shanghai) 2010"
Jury Selections at the 14th Japan Media Arts Festival
Jury Selections at the 4th Digital Comics Awards
