Chie Shinohara

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Shinohara's two Shogakukan Manga Awards are a rare distinction, placing her among the most honored shōjo creators. Winning for both a supernatural horror series and a historical epic demonstrates her versatility. The 2026 anime adaptation of Red River, 24 years after the manga ended, is a testament to the enduring appeal of her storytelling.

AwardsChie Shinohara has won two Shogakukan Manga Awards, one of Japan's most prestigious manga honors. She received the award in 1987 for Yami no Purple Eye and again in 2001 for Red River, placing her among the genre's most celebrated creators.

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Two-time Shogakukan Manga Award winner

Awards·2001

Won the Shogakukan Manga Award twice, in 1987 for Yami no Purple Eye and 2001 for Red River.