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The Best Episodes of Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo

Every episode of Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo!

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Reboot of the original Manben series from 2014-2017. Naoki Urasawa is returning to visit eight different manga authors, observe them in their daily work and discuss the creation of manga.

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    Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 2 - Iwamoto Nao
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Iwamoto Nao

    S1:E2

    Urasawa visits Iwamoto Nao, author of The Tengu's Daughter and The Seven Knights of the Marronnier Kingdom.

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  2. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 4 - Hoshino Yukinobu
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Hoshino Yukinobu

    S1:E4

    This time, we go behind the scenes of manga creation with sci-fi master Hoshino Yukinobu. Marvel at the power of the pen as Hoshino works on incredible ocean scenery for his epic, Kaitei.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 6 - Nishi Keiko
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Nishi Keiko

    S1:E6

    Witness manga come to life as Nishi Keiko works on her popular manga Hatsukoi no Sekai. Join us and learn how the romance master's focus on "show, don't tell" creates epic love stories.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 14 - Arai Hideki
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Arai Hideki

    S1:E14

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  5. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 5 - Morohoshi Daijiro
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Morohoshi Daijiro

    S1:E5

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  6. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 1 - Chiba Tetsuya
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Chiba Tetsuya

    S1:E1

    Urasawa visits legendary manga author Chiba Tetsuya, most famous for his series Tomorrow's Joe.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 3 - Sugimura Shinichi
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    #7 - Sugimura Shinichi

    S1:E3

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  8. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 7 - Soryo Fuyumi
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Soryo Fuyumi

    S1:E7

    This time, we go behind the scenes of manga creation with Soryo Fuyumi as she takes on the historical epic Cesare. Join us as we discover the secrets of her art and "unthinkable" techniques.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 8 - Sakamoto Shin-ichi
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    #9 - Sakamoto Shin-ichi

    S1:E8

    Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a manga is created with Sakamoto Shin-ichi, a master of realistic imagery and digital creation, and find out how much technology has advanced as the creator works on his newest serialized manga about Dracula. How does Sakamoto fuse analog and digital creation? Why does it take half a day to finish one panel? And what did he gain from turning the novel "Kokou no hito" into a manga? Learn all that and more in this episode of Urasawa Naoki's "Manben."

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  10. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 9 - Yasuhiko Yoshikazu
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Yasuhiko Yoshikazu

    S1:E9

    Known as the animator behind "Mobile Suit Gundam," Yasuhiko Yoshikazu takes on his final serialized manga, "Inui and Tatsumi." At over 70, he moves his brush across the page, effortlessly creating exciting action from different perspectives. Watch as he builds complex scenes from unexpected starting points and learn how "Space Battleship Yamato" brought back his passion for manga.

    Director:Aimi Uchida
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 10 - Kashiwagi Haruko
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Kashiwagi Haruko

    S1:E10

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  12. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 11 - Oshimi Shuzo
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Oshimi Shuzo

    S1:E11

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  13. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 12 - Watanabe Wataru
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Watanabe Wataru

    S1:E12

    This time, Watanabe Wataru joins us with Yowamushi Pedal, the first sports manga featured on our show. How does Watanabe use black ink to create an exhilarating sense of speed? What techniques help bring races to life on the page? And why do Watanabe and Urasawa love g-pens so much? Find out all this and more in another exciting look into the secrets of a modern manga sensation.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 13 - Aoike Yasuko
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Aoike Yasuko

    S1:E13

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  15. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 15 - Tezuka Osamu
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Tezuka Osamu

    S1:E15

    Tezuka Osamu, often called "the god of manga," was responsible for many of the twentieth century's biggest hits. His accomplishments include titles such as Black Jack, Astro Boy, and the work that many people consider to be his masterpiece, Phoenix. Rare documents and interviews with assistants reveal some of the secrets to his success. Tezuka stayed at his drawing board until his death in 1989. Join a star of the contemporary manga scene, Urasawa Naoki, as he explores the artistry of one of the medium's major figures.

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  16. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 16 - Minase Ai
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Minase Ai

    S1:E16

    Join us as we visit the workspace of manga artist Minase Ai, well-known for tales of youthful romance such as Hachimitsu ni Hatsukoi. On our visit we see her working on Seishun Heavy Rotation, which requires her to draw two preliminary drafts before the final version is ready. Her meticulous attention to detail and the technique used to produce a sparkling effect draw admiration. Along with the focus on the artist's skill, we delve into the thoughts and emotions that infuse this heartwarming love story.

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  17. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 17 - Terada Katsuya
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Terada Katsuya

    S1:E17

    Join us as we go behind the scenes of manga creation with world-famous artist Terada Katsuya as he works on the highly anticipated full-color entry in his Saiyuki Daienou series.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 18 - Shimamoto Kazuhiko
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Shimamoto Kazuhiko

    S1:E18

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  19. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 19 - Mizuki Shigeru
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Mizuki Shigeru

    S1:E19

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  20. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 20 - Otomo Katsuhiro
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Otomo Katsuhiro

    S1:E20

    Manga star Urasawa Naoki explores the hidden world of manga creation alongside Otomo Katsuhiro, the internationally renowned legend who created a masterpiece that shaped Urasawa's life.

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  21. Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo Season 1 Episode 21 - Umino Chica
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Umino Chica

    S1:E21

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Best Episodes Summary

"Iwamoto Nao" is the best rated episode of "Naoki Urasawa's Manben neo". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/8/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Hoshino Yukinobu".