Hi, I’m Hayanon.

Science Manga Artist Hayanon, based in Miyazaki, Japan.
Born in 1975 and raised on Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, Japan. With a Bachelor of Science in Physics and a master’s degree in English education. I began my career drawing manga for videogame magazines, science magazines, and newspapers when I was younger, in my 20’s. Afterward, I relocated to Miyazaki in 2018 and have been based here ever since. Over time, this evolved into my current work: running a company “Science Manga Studio.” that specializes in science communication and research outreach in collaboration with universities and research institutes. My life in Miyazaki is now entering its 8th year. Since the spring of 2025, I’ve also been hosting monthly creative meetups that bring together professional creators and local school students. Outside of work, I enjoy learning languages 🇺🇸🇩🇪🇷🇺 and practicing the piano.(30 Sep 2025)

Notable Recent Works & Media Highlights

My work involves creating research introduction comics and international public relations

(May 2024) We established “Science Manga Production Studio Co., Ltd.” to create illustrations and comics introducing universities and research institutions!
(Published bimonthly since 2021) Terumo Foundation for Life Science Promotion Website Series: ‘Thump! The Mystery Investigators of Life’
(March 2025) Nagoya University Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE) Milbo “What is Carbon-14!?” (11 volumes since 2002, published in multiple languages)
(July2025)”What is 14C?!” Published by ISEE, Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research
(August 21, 2025) Miyazaki Nichinichi Shimbun: “Science and Research Findings in Manga / Leading Artist Hayanon / Receives Commissions from Universities and NASA”
(August 1, 2025) TV Miyazaki (UMK) &Labo Summer Vacation Program for Elementary School Students: “Illustrated Diary & Observation Diary Workshop by a Science-Focused Manga Artist”
September 2, 2025, TV Miyazaki (UMK) Broadcast: “Science Manga Artist Who Makes University and Corporate Research in Science Fields Easy to Understand Through Comics”
September 13, 2025 Live Appearance on TV Miyazaki (UMK) U-doki
(April 2025–) Monthly Creative Workers Meeting: A Gathering for Creative Professionals and Middle/High School Students in Miyazaki
(October 10, 2025) Planning, Production, and Publication of the Information Website Service “Miyazaki Business Event Calendar”
(September 29, 2025) Provided explanatory diagrams for the press release issued by the National Institutes for Natural Sciences Astrobiology Center “Marimo”
Musician Yoshiyuki Ishigaki “SOUNDTRIP RECORD” Public Relations Design, Promotion Site Production and Management
Curious to Explore Something New Together — with a Science Manga Artist?

I accept requests

Manga: Science Outreach

Comprehensive coverage across all fields. I provide thorough introductions through manga tailored to the target audience. I frequently produce single-panel comics, four-panel comics, single-page illustrations, and booklets ranging from a few pages to 16 pages. I have extensive experience producing multilingual content.

Estimated cost: Several tens of thousands to several hundred thousand yen depending on scale

Estimated delivery time: Several days to several weeks depending on scale

Scientific Figure and Press Graphic

What have we learned? What truly matters? I depict it precisely. As the saying goes, “A picture is worth a thousand words”—visuals aid understanding.

Estimated Fee: ¥115,500 (tax included) flat rate

Estimated Delivery: Several days to several weeks depending on your schedule

Lecture, Events & Media Appearances

I’m a skilled speaker with extensive experience! My talks often cover general science topics, education, issues facing women in STEM, and insights into being a science-focused manga artist myself.

Estimated Fee: Several tens of thousands of yen + travel expenses

Available for domestic and international assignments; Japanese and English language support provided

Illustration & Manga for educational purposes

どんなテーマでも正確な説明図を描くことができます。教育学修士の学位があり生徒・学生の学習に適した表現を提案します。特に理系科目・英語が得意です。

Estimated cost: Several tens of thousands of yen and up, depending on content and scale

Estimated delivery time: Several weeks to several months

Scientific Figure and Press Graphic

大学の集中講義などを提供しています。多数の若手を育てた経験からサイエンスイラストレーションの授業もできます。

Fee estimate: Subject to university regulations.

PR for Research & International Outreach

研究についての広報は何でもできます。多言語・異文化・宗教・ジェンダーの考慮が必要な表現が得意です。メディア出演手配、ホームページやグッズ作成もできます。

Estimated cost: Several tens of thousands to several hundred thousand yen, or several million yen, depending on scale

Inquiry & Contact

Please send inquiries to office@sciencemanga.jp.
You can also contact us via our X accounts @rikei_hayanon @sciencemanga.

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