We feel that through this imprint with Dark Horse, an expanded Usagi Universe is becoming a reality.” Because of this new synergy, I am able to continue to do what I love most: Create more Usagi Yojimbo stories. I still write, hand-draw, and hand-letter each story. Being the sole creator of Usagi Yojimbo takes a tremendous amount of time and responsibility. Having Julie, Daniel, Jeremiah, and Emi step into the business and creative support roles has been a welcomed addition to my brand. He is also a co-founder of the successful entertainment/tech platform, Fanmio, which hosts celebrity interactions and sells merchandise direct-to-consumer. Jeremiah (VP of Business Development, Stan Lee VP of Business Development, Boxes co-founder of Fanmio) brings the knowledge of the industry, along with his forward-thinking vision and business savvy. He saw the Netflix deal through and has many intriguing projects planned for the Usagi Universe. His drive, vision, and most importantly, genuine love of Usagi, has been most welcomed. She will be bringing more Chibi stories to Dogu Publishing which will be colored by Emi Fujii, Julie's multi-talented daughter!ĭaniel (Executive Producer, Samurai Rabbit VP of Usagi Studios Inc.) has been with me for seven years now and he has brought a new energy to the Usagi brand. One of my proudest moments was to see her at the podium as we accepted our Eisner Award for this book. Chibi Usagi and the Attack of the Heebie Chibis was my favorite collaboration. Julie (co-creator of Chibi Usagi, Owner/Creator of Chibi Time COO of Usagi Studios Inc.) has been a god-send and wonderful partner in all regards. As the industry continues to change, I feel he brings a unique progressive perspective. I've known Mike Richardson for more than 30 years and he is one of the pioneers and champions of creator-owned IP.

“As the sole creator and owner of Usagi Yojimbo, this is a significant milestone. “I'm very excited, honored and thankful to have my own publishing imprint with Dark Horse,” says Sakai. Dogu Publishing is led by Creative Chairman Stan Sakai, CEO Jeremiah Blank, COO Julie Sakai, and Daniel Fujii, President/Publisher for Dogu Publishing. The announcement of this new partnership comes just ahead of the September 1 release of Season 2 of the hit Netflix animated series, Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles, based on the world of Usagi Yojimbo created by Sakai.ĭark Horse Comics has been a longtime home of the works of Stan Sakai, most recently publishing the continuing new editions of The Usagi Yojimbo Saga. The Usagi Yojimbo comics universe and more will return to Dark Horse under the umbrella of a new imprint, Dogu. MILWAUKIE, Ore., (XXXX)- Dark Horse Comics is pleased to announce a new partnership with Stan Sakai’s Dogu Publishing.

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