Creator

Stan Sakai

Biography

Stan Sakai is a renowned comic book artist and letterer, best known for his work on the critically acclaimed series 'Usagi Yojimbo'. His unique blend of Japanese culture and storytelling has garnered him a dedicated following and numerous awards throughout his career. Sakai's artistic style and attention to detail have made significant contributions to the comic book industry.

Upcoming Appearances

LAcon V 2026 — Aug 27, 2026 – Aug 31, 2026 (Guest)

Creator Details

Name

Stan Sakai

Issues

2,860

Series

285

Titles

Awards

Eisner Awards - Best Lettering (2023), Ringo Awards - Best Cartoonist (Writer/Artist) (2021), Eisner Awards - Best Lettering (2021), Eisner Awards - Best Lettering (2020), Ringo Awards - Best Cartoonist (Writer/Artist) (2020), Eisner Awards - Hall of Fame - Voter's Choice (2020), Eisner Awards - Best Lettering (2018), Harvey Award - Best Cartoonist (2016), Eisner Awards - Best Letterer (2015), Premios Haxtur (Haxtur Awards) - Autor que Amamos (Author That We Loved) (2014), Inkwell Awards - The All-in-One Award (2014), Shel Dorf Awards - Letterer of the Year (2012), Eisner Awards - Best Lettering (2012), Shel Dorf Awards - Continuing Series of the Year (2011), Harvey Award - Best Letterer (2007), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (2002), Premios Haxtur (Haxtur Awards) - Best Script (2000), Eisner Awards - Talent Deserving of Wider Recognition (1996), Eisner Awards - Best Letterer (1996), Inkpot Award (1991)

Gender

Male

Birth Date

May 25, 1963

Birth Place

Pasadena, CA

Country

United States

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Links

www.usagiyojimbo.com/