Junko Itō

Junko Itō (伊藤潤子, Itō Junko) is a Japanese manga artist specializing in gekiga-style horror manga. While not as widely known as her husband, Junji Ito, she has created several works, including the manga adaptation of Kazuo Umezu's Cat Eyed Boy (猫目小僧). Itō's art style is distinct from her husband's, often described as more grounded and realistic, although still possessing elements of the bizarre and unsettling. She frequently collaborates with Junji Ito, often providing assistance or acting as a sounding board for his ideas. Further details about her life and career are scarce, as she maintains a relatively private persona.