15 Modern Recreations Of Characters From Sailor Moon And Other Famous Manga Comics

Sailor Moon still has a massive fan base, and its characters continue to inspire artists decades after the manga first appeared in Japan in 1991. From TV adaptations to movies and live-action versions, the franchise has stayed in the spotlight for years.

One California artist, known as raimy329, has been recreating beloved manga characters with a modern touch, turning childhood favorites into fresh illustrations. This collection highlights 15 of her standout pieces, including several Sailor Moon characters and other famous anime figures.

Some of these redesigns feel instantly familiar, and a few bring a surprisingly new edge to characters fans already know well. Read on.

1. Sailor Neptune Michiru Kaiou

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The series is famous for its characterization, art, and humor. It is one of the most renowned shōjo manga series in the world, and the word shōjo has a lot to do with it. In Japanese, it means “young woman.” The series is intended for teen girls, and we can say that it has empowered many little girls over the past 40 years.

That legacy is part of why these characters still get so much attention.

2. Sailor Uranus Haruka Tenou

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3. Sailor Pluto (Setsuna Meiou)

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4. Sailor Saturn (Hotaru Tomoe)

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5. Sailor Moon (Usagi Tsukino)

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These recreations keep the original spirit while giving each character a cleaner, more modern look.

It’s the same kind of moral mess as the adopted pet handoff, where someone gives the pet to an ex without asking their partner.

6. Sailor Venus

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7. Sailor Jupiter

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8. Sailor Mars (Rei Hino)

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9. Sailor Mercury (Ami Mizuno)

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10. Astraea from Sora no Otoshimono

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The artist does not stop at Sailor Moon, and that makes the lineup even more fun.

11. Kuroha Neko from Gokukoku No Brynhildr

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12. Ikaros from Sora no Otoshimono

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13. Asuka Kudou from Mondaiji-tachi ga Isekai Kara Kuru Sou Desu yo

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14. Kirino from Ore no Imoto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai

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15. Kuroneko from Ore no Imouto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai

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By the end, it is easy to see why these modern versions keep drawing fans back in.

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