ICO ASAGIWA

Blending the charm of Japan’s Taisho era and ukiyo-e with a modern twist, Ico Asagiwa is an illustrator and manga artist who brings traditional beauty into today’s world. After starting as an indie musician, she found her true calling in illustration — using digital techniques to evoke nostalgic textures and moods. Inspired by vintage kimono patterns, ancestral stories, and Meiji-era artists like Kiyochika and Yoshitoshi, her work fuses historical depth with striking, emotional impact. Her pieces often leave viewers asking, “Was this drawn by hand?” — a testament to her unique analog-style digital touch.