Kaori Ozaki is a Japanese manga artist and character designer best known for her critically acclaimed works spanning shojo and young adult genres. She debuted at age 15 with the short series "An Angel above the Piano," published by Shinshokan, before achieving international recognition with her breakthrough title "Immortal Rain." This eleven-volume series, which she developed over twelve years, was translated into numerous languages and published in the United States by Tokyopop.
Ozaki later transitioned to Kodansha's young adult magazine Afternoon, where she expanded her creative range with "The Gods Lie," marking her first work in a new demographic. Her storytelling often blends emotional depth with nuanced character development, earning her a dedicated global following. Throughout her career, Ozaki has demonstrated versatility in both artistic style and narrative themes, moving seamlessly between genres while maintaining her distinctive voice.