Kenichi Sonoda Style

Kenichi Sonoda is a Japanese manga artist and character designer best known for his work in the late 1980s and 1990s. He gained recognition for his distinctive art style, characterized by detailed mechanical designs, especially firearms and vehicles, as well as his portrayal of strong, stylish female characters. Sonoda's most famous works include the manga and anime series "Gunsmith Cats," which follows the adventures of bounty hunters in Chicago, and "Riding Bean," an action-packed story about a getaway driver.

In addition to his manga work, Sonoda contributed character designs for the popular anime series "Bubblegum Crisis," which became a significant influence on the cyberpunk genre. His art is celebrated for its dynamic action scenes, attention to detail, and blend of American and Japanese influences. Sonoda remains an influential figure in the world of manga and anime, particularly in the action and adventure genres.