France, March 17 -- Moto Hagio is a unique figure in the male-dominated world of Japanese manga, breaking down barriers and revolutionising the comic book genre since the 1970s. France honoured her with an award and exhibition at the Angouleme International Comics Festival in January.
At 74, Moto Hagio is still at the top of her game. Much to the delight of French fans,the Angouleme International Comics Festival invited her to give a masterclass alongside fellow Japanese authors Hiroaki Samura and Shinichi Sakamoto.
Not only was she handed the Fauve d'honneur - a lifetime award acknowledging her contribution to the comics industry over the last 50 years - but a large selection of her work was also chosen for the exhibition "Beyond Genres"...