[Manga Radio supported by viviON] Vol.216 Yuu Watase (Part 2): “A Middle Schooler Who Studied by Rereading 10 Times”

This special talk series pairs Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori with some of Japan’s most celebrated manga creators.Our November 2025 guest is Yuu Watase, the mastermind behind Fushigi Yûgi and Arata: The Legend. In this second episode of our five-part series, Watase talks about her middle and high school years, and the remarkable path that led to her debut — including the astonishing moment when her very first submission instantly won her an editor. Share your thoughts and requests with  #??????? (#MangaRadio) on social media!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.