Kazuo Koike

(1936–2019) Screenwriter Empire of Japan

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Kazuo Koike was a screenwriter from the Empire of Japan, best known for Lone Wolf & Cub (Lone Wolf & Cub (First Classics)).

Quick Facts About Kazuo Koike

Born: May 8, 1936
Died: April 17, 2019
Nationality: Empire of Japan
Profession: Screenwriter
Notable works: Lone Wolf & Cub (Lone Wolf & Cub (First Classics))
Known for: Lone Wolf and Cub, Crying Freeman, Golgo 13

About Kazuo Koike

Kazuo Koike was a prolific Japanese manga writer (gensakusha), novelist, screenwriter, lyricist and entrepreneur. He is best known for his violent, artful seinen manga, notably Lone Wolf and Cub, Lady Snowblood and Crying Freeman, which – along with their numerous media adaptations − have been credited for their influence on the international growth of Japanese popular culture.

Biography source: Wikipedia