Junji Ito Draws Puffy's Ami Oonuki, Fans See Tomie
The portrait merges two distinct pop culture figures-a J-pop icon and a horror manga master-in a way that fans immediately read as a crossover with Ito's most famous creation.
Key Facts
- Junji Ito drew a portrait of Puffy member Ami Oonuki, which she posted on Instagram on June 7, 2026.
- The illustration was a souvenir brought by artist friend Ayako Ishiguro to Puffy's 30th anniversary concert at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on May 13, 2026.
- The portrait shows Oonuki with red hair and includes Ito's signature, the date May 12, and a message reading 'PUFFY 30th Congratulations!!'
- Oonuki wrote she was 'super happy' and wondered whether the drawing was her or Ito's character Tomie.
- Fans commented that the illustration was clearly Oonuki and clearly Tomie, calling it 'the best' and 'too precious.'
Reporting from 1 source: Magmix.
Puffy member Ami Oonuki shared a portrait drawn by horror manga artist Junji Ito on Instagram. The illustration, given as a souvenir at Puffy's 30th anniversary concert, drew fan comments comparing it to Ito's character Tomie. Oonuki posted her joy at receiving the piece.
Puffy member Ami Oonuki posted a portrait drawn by Junji Ito on Instagram on June 7, 2026. The illustration was brought as a souvenir by artist friend Ayako Ishiguro to Puffy's 30th anniversary concert at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on May 13. The portrait shows Oonuki with red hair and includes Ito's signature, the date May 12, and a message reading 'PUFFY 30th Congratulations!!'
Oonuki wrote that she was 'super happy' and wondered aloud whether the drawing was her or Ito's character Tomie. Fans commented that the illustration was clearly Oonuki and clearly Tomie, calling it 'the best' and 'too precious.'
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