Congratulations are in order for the creator of Beastars! Paru Itagaki recently tied the knot and shared their marital bliss through a stunning photoshoot. Not surprisingly, the sweet photo is endearingly appropriate to the manga she created.
Itagaki celebrated the special occasion by posting a heartfelt wedding photo. In the image, Itagaki looks radiant in a beautiful lace wedding dress that gracefully contours their silhouette. The dress is adorned with delicate lace cap sleeves and a long train, suggesting an elegant outdoor wedding setting. Clutching a bouquet of flowers, Itagaki radiates happiness on this momentous day. However, what truly stands out in the photo is the bride's mask.
Maintaining privacy is of great importance to Itagaki, as it is for many artists in Japan who prefer to remain anonymous. To protect their identity, these artists often wear masks during public appearances. Itagaki is no exception, and she is frequently seen wearing a chicken mask when making appearances for work. True to her signature style, Itagaki brought her beloved chicken mask to her wedding for a unique and memorable touch.
In case you were wondering, Itagaki also shared some interesting details about the groom. In the same X post, she confirmed that she has been with her husband for three years and that he is responsible for the photos she shares in her "food diary". "I would like to continue drawing fun manga using my husband's power of food as fuel," she wrote.
This heartwarming moment shared by Itagaki is not only a celebration of love and commitment but also a reflection of the artist's dedication to their craft and the desire to maintain their privacy in the public eye. Fans of Beastars and Itagaki's work have celebrated this joyful occasion with their favorite mangaka, wishing her a lifetime of happiness.
Beastars was written and illustrated by Itagaki, who also happens to be the daughter of Grappler Baki mangaka Keisuke Itagaki. It was published on Weekly Shonen Champion and VIZ Media. The anime adaptation was produced by Orange and aired on Netflix. The third and final season of the anime is set to premiere sometime in 2024.
