Illustrator and graduate of the Japanese Painting course at the Kyoto University of the Arts. Gemi is a leading figure in the Japanese book design industry, having illustrated covers for over 300 books, including educational textbooks. His style is deeply rooted in his background in traditional "Nihonga" (Japanese painting), characterized by emotive landscapes that beautifully capture rain, water, and light. He has also collaborated with major brands such as Starbucks and Pokemon.