![]() "I think it was with the fifth volume that I really started to do research on the history and culture of Japan with The Kite Story," says Sakai. I eventually decided on combining all three, though concentrating more on action and adventure, much like the chambara (Japanese swordfighting) movies I grew up watching." "When I started, I wasn’t sure which direction to take the series-whether a historical drama, comedy, or action. "I have been doing Usagi Yojimbo for more than 22 years," Sakai says. For many fans, Usagi Yojimbo has evolved into a cultural icon-one that enriches readers with nuances of Japanese history as much as it entertains them with its swashbuckling tales. ![]() The samurai rabbit has become more than just a cartoon. The character has made TV appearances with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and has enjoyed a long and successful run with the independent comic book publishing powerhouse, Dark Horse Comics. In the years since its inception, Usagi Yojimbo, Sakai's fast-paced comic book series featuring a samurai rabbit as its hero, has attracted a remarkable international following. "My dad went over to the store, but it was so crowded he could not get in." ![]() "What really turned them around was my first booksigning in Hawaii," says Sakai. ![]()
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