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Leiji Matsumoto

Writing

Born January 25, 1938 · Kurume, Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan

Died February 13, 2023

Also known as 松本 零士 · Reiji Matsumoto · Akira Matsumoto

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Biography

Leiji Matsumoto was a Japanese mangaka, creator of several anime and manga series. His wife Miyako Maki is also a manga artist.

Awards & recognition

  • Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres · 2012
  • The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette · 2010
  • Medal with Purple Ribbon · 2001
  • Japan Cartoonists Association Award · 1978
  • Shogakukan Manga Award · 1978
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  • Seiun Awards · 1975
  • Kōdansha Cultural Award · 1972

Filmography7 titles

Galaxy Express: 999

1978Comic Book

Space Pirate Captain Harlock

Comic Book

Daft Punk Unchained

2015as Self

Galaxy Express 999

1979Author, Series Writer, Writer

99.9: Criminal Lawyer

2016as Self

Harlock: Space Pirate

2013Original Story

Space Battleship Yamato 2202: The Era Called Yamato - Choices of 2202

2021Original Story