20 Thought-Provoking Comics By Japanese Cartoonist Keigo That’ll Make You Stop And Think

• By Malaika
• March 30, 2024
• 4 minutes read

You can express anything through art.

Art has long been a powerful means of expression, allowing artists to convey complex emotions, ideas, and commentary in a visually appealing manner. When it comes to combining thought-provoking sentiments with humour, art has a special ability to engage viewers, challenge perceptions, and spark important conversations. Whether through satire, parody, or clever visual puns, artists can use humour to express social commentary and self-reflection.

Not everything has to be serious to be thought-provoking, and Japanese artist Keigo clearly understands this. His playful and whimsical approach to art frequently combines humour with deeper messages, resulting in a delightful and thought-provoking experience for viewers. Keigo’s work is infused with wit and satire, inviting audiences to think critically about society while also enjoying the lighter side of art. And, while he has posted many illustrations over the years, we decided to compile some of our favourites for your viewing pleasure.

Scroll down to take a look for yourself.

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#1 Were they trying to find their long-lost father?

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#2 This is the easiest way to make sure nobody realises you are the one on wanted posters.

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#3 Some people just parrot your own words back to you.

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#4 We all have those moments where we are just like a sloth while ironing a shirt and it ends up burning.

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#5 Who hasn’t gotten a head bump at least once in their life?

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#6 That is certainly a very cheesy pizza. I mean, just look at that cheese pull!

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#7 It is all about perspective, but not everyone has all the time in the world.

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#8 Who needs to dye their hair when you can just hide your face in your t-shirt?

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#9 I bet they charge extra to massage the neck of a giraffe.

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#10 Some taxis are just way too slow, and you feel like you are old by the moment they reach you.

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#11 This is also what happens behind the scenes of Instagram photos.

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Keigo’s art style is adorable, and I don’t mean that negatively; all of his illustrations have a cartoonist feel to them. His use of colour is especially important in changing the feel of his works, transporting you to a whimsical place.

That is why it is not surprising that he has over 1.1 million Instagram followers, which appear to be increasing by the day. If you liked what you saw, you should definitely check out more of his work, which you can easily do by going to his Instagram, where you will not run out of content anytime soon.

#12 He needs to buy a much larger bed to be comfortable.

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#13 Well, at least his moustache isn’t fake, so it will at least stay on when the bull charges at him.

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#14 That is certainly one way to scare any potential employers.

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#15 To be fair, you can always just arc your arrows.

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#16 Does the crystal ball show you your biggest fears?

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#17 How did the seat end up on his face?

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#18 He doesn’t even need to get wet to enjoy the underwater atmosphere.

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#19 There is too much negative energy here.

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#20 Who hasn’t blushed like a tomato before?

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What are your thoughts on Keigo’s art style? Have you heard about him before? Or was this your first chance to see his amusing perspective on things? Please let us know in the comments section below. Also, remember to share these ‘comics’ with your friends so that they can discover Keigo’s work as well.