Hiromu Arakawa

Biography

Hiromu Arakawa, born on 8 May 1973 in Hokkaidō, Japan, is a prominent Japanese manga artist recognized for her influential work, Fullmetal Alchemist. The manga achieved significant acclaim both in Japan and internationally, leading to adaptations into two anime television series. Arakawa is known for her distinctive artistic style and often represents herself as a bespectacled cow in her works. Her given name, Hiromi (弘美), shares the same first character with her male pen name, Hiromu. Throughout her career, she has contributed to the manga industry and garnered a dedicated fanbase. Arakawa continues to reside in Japan.