Akiko Higashimura is a Japanese manga artist and writer known for her energetic storytelling, humor, and insightful portrayals of women’s lives. Born in 1975 in Miyazaki, she studied at a manga school in Tokyo before launching her professional career.

She is best known for popular series such as Tokyo Tarareba Girls, Princess Jellyfish, and Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist’s Journey. Her work often blends comedy with sharp observations about career pressures, relationships, and identity, particularly for women in modern Japanese society. Higashimura has received multiple manga awards and is widely recognized for her distinctive voice and expressive art style.