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Published on Aug 18, 2026 | 192 Pages
It’s manga – but even cuter! Master the art of drawing kawaii characters with YouTube sensation and manga expert Mei Yu
From adorable animals to chubby chibis, Kawaii Drawing School features 50 step-by-step tutorials covering every possible type of kawaii cuteness. In this “aww”-inspiring sequel to Manga Drawing School, you’ll learn how to draw cuddly animals and fantasy creatures, transform everyday food items and objects into kawaii icons, and recreate magical characters inspired by shoujo-style manga and anime.
With Mei’s masterclasses, discover how to bring idol-style characters to life with exaggerated emotions, transform everyday figures into their chibi counterparts, and much more. Plus, you’ll find over 100 gallery illustrations to inspire your own kawaii creations. Once you’ve perfected the art of creating cuteness, bring your newfound skills together in the “Kawaii Overload!” chapter, featuring scenes bursting with the most adorable characters imaginable! Whether you’re a cartoon lover, illustrator in the making, or a fan of all things cute and cuddly, this is the ultimate kawaii gift.
From adorable animals to chubby chibis, Kawaii Drawing School features 50 step-by-step tutorials covering every possible type of kawaii cuteness. In this “aww”-inspiring sequel to Manga Drawing School, you’ll learn how to draw cuddly animals and fantasy creatures, transform everyday food items and objects into kawaii icons, and recreate magical characters inspired by shoujo-style manga and anime.
With Mei’s masterclasses, discover how to bring idol-style characters to life with exaggerated emotions, transform everyday figures into their chibi counterparts, and much more. Plus, you’ll find over 100 gallery illustrations to inspire your own kawaii creations. Once you’ve perfected the art of creating cuteness, bring your newfound skills together in the “Kawaii Overload!” chapter, featuring scenes bursting with the most adorable characters imaginable! Whether you’re a cartoon lover, illustrator in the making, or a fan of all things cute and cuddly, this is the ultimate kawaii gift.
Author
Mei Yu
Mei Yu is a best-selling manga illustrator, teacher, and author who has shared over 1,000 manga and art videos on YouTube and Facebook to her 2 million followers. She has over 20 years’ experience as an art teacher specializing in manga and comic art and has taught classes to all ages across North America. In 2024, she published her debut graphic novel memoir, Lost & Found: Based on a True Story.
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