Japan Weekend's Special: Mika
Last September, we were able to speak with Mika at the Japan Weekend Fair in Madrid. PSS> We’re from Pro Shôjo Spain, a spanish news outlet specialized in female demographic manga. Before we start, we want to wish Mika-sensei a speedy recovery from her leg injury. Mika> Thank you! PSS> Let’s start from the beginning. When did you decide to work in the manga industry? M> I don't remember the exact moment, but when I was in school, I was friends with a girl who encouraged me to do it. So, when the time came, I thought it wasn't a bad idea at all. PSS> What are your artistic references? Which authors did inspire you? M> I absolutely love Yukari Ichijo's drawings. And Hiroyuki Utatane made me interested in ero-manga. PSS> Love him! M> Is that so? Yukari Ichijou and Hiroyuki Utatane PSS & Mika> LAUGHS PSS> We know that before manga, you were in various doujinshi circles. What series did you enjoy drawing? M> I started with some Street Fi