Yūto Tsukuda is a Japanese manga artist best known for his work on the popular series Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma. Born on March 5, 1984, he has gained recognition for his ability to blend culinary themes with intense competition and character development. The series, which began serialization in Weekly Shōnen Jump, has garnered a large fanbase and has been adapted into an anime and several spin-off works. In collaboration with illustrator Shun Saeki, Tsukuda created a vibrant world where cooking becomes a battleground. The story follows a young chef, Sōma Yukihira, as he faces various culinary challenges at the prestigious Tōtsuki Culinary Academy. Tsukuda's storytelling and character arcs have contributed significantly to the series' success and popularity.