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Mangaka Leiji Matsumoto dies at 85

Leiji Matsumoto, the much revered mangaka best known for creating imaginative manga such as "Ginga Testudo 999" ("Galaxy Express 999") and "Uchu Senkan Yamato" ("Space Battleship Yamato"), passed away on the morning of Feb. 13. He was 85.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2023

Leiji Matsumoto, creator of 'Space Battleship Yamato,' dies

Leiji Matsumoto, the anime creator known for ”Space Battleship Yamato” and other classics, has died at age 85

The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023