Mitsumasa Anno

Mitsumasa Anno (1926–2020) was a renowned Japanese illustrator and writer of children's books, best known for his wordless picture books that depict detailed panoramic views of various countries and cultures[1][9]. He received the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1984 for his lasting contribution to children's literature and was designated a Person of Cultural Merit in Japan in 2012[1][6].