Manga Artist Ashihara Hinako Found Dead Amid Controversy Over TV Adaptation

Her death sparks social media outcry, with critics blaming Nippon Television and the screenwriter for not supporting the artist.

Ashihara Hinako, the Japanese manga artist behind 'Sexy Tanaka-san', was found dead in an apparent suicide.
Ashihara had publicly criticized the live-action adaptation of her manga by Nippon Television, stating it had not adhered to her original work.
Following the airing of the show, Ashihara deleted her criticisms and posted an apology on her social media.
Her death has sparked an outcry on social media, with some blaming the screenwriter and Nippon Television for not supporting Ashihara.
Nippon Television has not responded to the controversy, and Ashihara's family has requested privacy.