Makoto Takami

Makoto Takami is a Japanese illustrator based in Okayama, renowned for his delicate and joyful style, which has left its mark on the board game world. After ten years at a design firm, he decided to devote himself fully to illustrating and teaching the art of manga and illustration, sharing his expertise with young creators.

Her warm and kawaii visual universe features endearing animals and miniature architecture reminiscent of the sweetness of Japanese villages. This graphic identity has found a particular echo in the world of games, where her designs bring lightness and charm.

He is notably responsible for the illustrations of Little Town (2019) and Happy City (2021) as well as Room Share (2025) and of course Ghost Manor, two games praised for their aesthetics as much as for their mechanics.