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NEWS: Tokyo Mew Mew Artist Mia Ikumi Passes Away Due to Hemorrhage


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NeoStrayCat



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 10:15 am Reply with quote
I too am also saddened and shocked of what's happened, as it was so sudden. However, I've always had a soft spot for TMM from my experience both reading (of both English manga versions) and watching it (through various audio versions).

Either way, RIP Ikumi-San, may your legacy live on for all of us TMM fans.
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anpansparking



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:02 pm Reply with quote
I can't believe this happened. Sad Tokyo Mew Mew was one of the first manga where I really participated in the fandom, and I've got so many fond memories of it. I read it and lent it out to friends in middle school until all my volumes were in rough shape. I always loved Ikumi-sensei's art. I pray her loved ones are able to find comfort during this time.
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MischievousMelody



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:35 pm Reply with quote
Thank you, Mia Ikumi, for giving the world the anime that got me (and presumedly some others) into anime. May you Rest In Peace.
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OtomeGay



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:47 pm Reply with quote
This is really sad to hear. Tokyo Mew Mew was one of my first forays into the world of manga, and it holds a special place in my heart. Thank you, Ikumi-sensei. May you rest in peace, and may your family find comfort in these times.
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Chiibi



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:53 pm Reply with quote
This is terrible...I still can't believe the words I'm reading... Anime cry
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TsukasaElkKite



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 2:29 pm Reply with quote
I'm heartbroken. May her memory be a blessing.
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Gem-Bug



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 3:27 pm Reply with quote
Rest in peace Crying or Very sad
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Haterater



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:13 pm Reply with quote
RIP. Loved the art she did and wished she could have seen the latest of her work.
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KitKat1721



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:30 pm Reply with quote
God, how awful. Tokyo Mew Mew was such an inspiration to so many people who grew up with the series, especially artistically.
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Juno016



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PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:41 pm Reply with quote
I am absolutely, utterly heartbroken over her passing. Tokyo Mew Mew was a big inspiration to me as a child. I remember reading the manga over and over from the library on the school bus. I made my own Mew characters and villains and would dream of fighting alongside the characters even. It'll be hard to watch the new anime now without feelings of sadness and dread, like what happens when I hear Wada Kouji or Okazaki Ritsuko singing.

Sincerely, rest in peace. You were loved by many. <3
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DevilBrew



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PostPosted: Tue Mar 15, 2022 8:52 am Reply with quote
I read Tokyo mew mew during a rough spot in my life and still think it's a fun little series. So sad to see her go. May she rest in peace .
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Sheriru



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PostPosted: Tue Mar 15, 2022 4:49 pm Reply with quote
Its always the wrong People passing to soon, to young.

Tokyo Mew Mew ... i bought the Manga when it came out in my Country nearl 20 Years ago. My god, time is running.
Rest in Piece Lady.
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