Wakana Yamazaki is a Tokyo-based illustrator known for her vibrant colors, humorous characters, and playful visual storytelling. She creates her distinctive style by scanning hand-drawn ballpoint pen line work and adding color digitally in Photoshop—blending the warmth of analog with the precision of digital.
A graduate of Kuwasawa Design School, she works across advertising, apparel, comics, animation, and designer toys, collaborating with clients internationally.
Her work balances charm and boldness, inviting viewers into a colorful world where humor meets heart. With a growing international following, her illustrations have been featured in a wide range of creative projects, from commercial campaigns to character goods and art exhibitions.
