Hideki Arai

Awards & Honours

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Hideki Arai's career is marked by a single, powerful achievement: winning the Shogakukan Manga Award in 1993 for Miyamoto kara Kimi e. That win is a testament to his ability to capture the raw, unvarnished struggles of youth, a theme that has defined his work. His inclusion in Pulp magazine's "Manga Hell" list further underscores his influence in alternative manga, where he is respected for his uncompromising vision.

AwardsHideki Arai's most significant recognition came in 1993 when he won the 38th Shogakukan Manga Award for general manga for Miyamoto kara Kimi e. This prestigious honor, one of Japan's top manga prizes, validated his raw storytelling and brought his work to a wider audience. No other formal award wins have been documented.

Honours & Distinctions

Manga Hell List Inclusion

Pulp Magazine·1990

The World Is Mine was featured on Pulp's curated list of provocative and boundary-pushing manga.

Rankings & Lists

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Manga Hell List

Pulp Magazine·1990

Records & Feats

First manga artist to have two works adapted into live-action in the same year (2018)

Career Milestone·2018

In 2018, both Itoshi no Irene and Miyamoto kara Kimi e were adapted for screen, marking a unique double adaptation in a single year.