Pardon the Intrusion, I’m Home! Mangaka Says There’s “Nothing Wrong” With Keeping a Creator’s Identity Secret

The creator of Pardon the Intrusion, I’m Home!, watomura, has offered a notable perspective on creator privacy, arguing that manga artists should not feel obligated to reveal their identities or personal lives simply because they publish their work publicly. In an interview with Anime Trending, watomura discussed the challenges of sharing creative work, the relationship between authors and readers, and the importance of finding a publishing approach that protects a creator’s well-being. The comments came while discussing the manga’s storyline,…