Japanese Manga Artists Hold Charity Auction To Support Ukraine
Renowned Japanese comic artists are holding an online charity auction to support people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The project was proposed by a Japanese manga artist, Chiba Tetsuya, who is known for the boxing manga series "Ashita no Joe."
More than one hundred leading manga artists joined him, including Morikawa George, who wrote "Hajime no Ippo," and Fukumoto Nobuyuki, the creator of "Gambling Apocalypse: Kaiji."
The artists drew a total of 146 cards with the theme of peace. They will go under the hammer in three installments. Some of the works are collaborations featuring popular characters.
Chiba said he wanted to do something as a manga artist to encourage more people to support those who are enduring hardships.
The auction will run through October 23. The organizer says the proceeds will be sent to the international non-governmental organization, Doctors Without Borders.