Yasuhisa Hara is a renowned Japanese manga artist, best known for his work on the historical manga series Kingdom. Born on June 9, 1970, in Kōchi Prefecture, he began his career in the manga industry in the early 1990s. Hara's unique storytelling and detailed artwork have garnered a large following, making Kingdom one of the most popular manga series in Japan. Kingdom, which started serialization in 2006, is set during the Warring States period of China and follows the journey of a young warrior named Xin. The series has been praised for its historical accuracy and character development, leading to adaptations in both anime and live-action formats. Hara's contributions to the manga world have solidified his status as a prominent figure in the industry.