Tite Kubo reveals why bleach backgrounds often remain blank
Tite Kubo (artist analysis)
The popular anime and manga series Bleach has a unique artistic style. This supernatural action story follows Ichigo Kurosaki, a teenager who gains the power of a Soul Reaper. Creator Tite Kubo often leaves the character's background blank.
The use of blank backgrounds was not a later development in Bleach. It was there right from the beginning of the series. The decision to leave it blank in many panels has been a topic of discussion for years.
Kubo's approach revolves around a simple idea: characters are the heart of a story. Many artists spend hours tackling detailed backgrounds. However, he uses this as a distraction. By leaving backgrounds empty, he directs the readers' attention to the characters' expressions and emotions.
