Ken Ishikawa facts for kids

Ken Ishikawa (石川賢, Ishikawa Ken, June 28, 1948 – November 15, 2006) was a Japanese manga artist, which means he drew and wrote Japanese comic books. He is famous for helping create the awesome Getter Robo anime series with his friend, Go Nagai. They also worked together on four more Getter Robo manga stories. Go Nagai said that Ken Ishikawa was his best friend and partner in creating these exciting worlds.

Ken Ishikawa's Life

Ken Ishikawa was born on June 28, 1948. He became a very important artist in the world of manga and anime. His work often featured giant robots and action-packed adventures. He inspired many other artists and writers.

His Passing

Ken Ishikawa passed away on November 15, 2006. He had a sudden heart problem after a fun day of golfing. He was 58 years old.

Who Ken Ishikawa Inspired

Ken Ishikawa's unique drawing style and storytelling influenced many people.

Inspiring Other Creators

Kazuki Nakashima, who was the main editor for the Getter Robo Saga collection, said that Ken Ishikawa was a huge influence on him. Kazuki Nakashima even gave a speech at Ken Ishikawa's funeral, calling himself Ken Ishikawa's biggest fan. He used Ishikawa's ideas when he worked on the anime show Gurren Lagann.

His Early Art Style

When Ken Ishikawa first started drawing, his art looked a lot like his teacher's, Go Nagai. Over time, he developed his own amazing style.

Films Based on His Work

One of Ken Ishikawa's manga stories, Gokudō Heiki, was made into a movie called Yakuza Weapon in 2011. This movie was made to honor Ken Ishikawa and his work.

Ken Ishikawa's Creative Works

Ken Ishikawa created many exciting manga and anime projects throughout his career.

Manga Stories

Here are some of the manga series Ken Ishikawa worked on:

• Getter Robo Saga (with Go Nagai)
  • Getter Robo (6 books) (1974–75)
  • Getter Robo Go (7 books) (1990)
  • Shin Getter Robo (2 books) (1997)
  • Getter Robo Arc (3 books, not finished) (2002)
• Kyomu Senki (Records of Nothingness)
  • Kyomu Senshi MIROKU (6 books) (1988-1990)
  • Skull Killer Jakiō (2 books) (1990)
• Cutey Honey (1 book) (1973 manga version)
• Ultraman Taro (1973 manga version)
• Majū Sensen (3 books) (1975)
• Battle Hawk (with Go Nagai) (1978)
• Makai Tenshō (1986)
• Heaven and Earth (1987)
• Garou Densetsu (1994)
• Samurai Spirits (1 book) (1995)
• Super Robot Wars (2002)
• Shinsetsu Majū Sensen (4 books) (2004)
• Musashi~Isetsu Kengō Denki~ (2005-2006)
• Aztekaiser (with Go Nagai) (2 books)
• Godzilla
• Gokudō Heiki (1996)

Anime Shows and Movies

Ken Ishikawa also contributed to many anime projects:

• Getter Robo Series (based on his manga) (1974)
• Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo (original idea) (1975)
• Great Mazinger tai Getter Robo G - Kuuchuu Dai-Gekitotsu (original idea) (1975)
• Robby the Rascal (Cybot Robotchi) (original idea) (TV series, 1982–83)
• Majū Sensen (Demon Beast Warfront), Beast Fighter (based on his manga) (1990)
• Getter Robo Go (based on his manga) (1992)
• Gin Rei (he designed the robots) (1994-1995)
• Dragon Slayer series (he designed the characters) (1992)
• Ninja Resurrection (based on his manga) (1997-1998)
• Getter Robo Armageddon (based on his manga) (1998)
• Shin Getter Robo vs Neo Getter Robo (based on his manga) (2000)
• Beast Fighter, The Apocalypse (based on his manga) (2003)
• New Getter Robo (based on his manga) (2004)

Art Books

Ken Ishikawa also released art books that showed off his amazing illustrations:

• Majin Illustration Collection (3 books)

See also

In Spanish: Ken Ishikawa para niños