Junko Morimoto is an acclaimed author and illustrator known for her children's books that blend artistry with cultural storytelling. Her works, including "The Inch Boy," "Mouse's Marriage," and the award-winning "My Hiroshima," have been published internationally across the United States, Japan, Australia, and Europe. "My Hiroshima," a poignant autobiographical account of her childhood experience during the atomic bombing, has been adopted as an educational text in Hiroshima high schools to teach English and advocate for peace.
Before establishing herself as a writer, Morimoto graduated from Kyoto University of Fine Art and taught art at a high school in Osaka. She later served as Art Director of the Children's Art Studio in Osaka, where she honed her skills in visual storytelling. Her illustrations and narratives often reflect Japanese folklore and historical themes, rendered with a distinctive artistic sensibility. Now residing in Australia, Morimoto continues to be recognized for her contributions to children's literature and peace education.