Eri Takenashi is a Japanese manga artist known primarily for her creation "Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens" (Kannagi no Tori). Born on December 24, her work on Kannagi, which blends comedy, romance, and supernatural elements, has garnered a significant following. The manga was first serialized in Comic Rex magazine and later adapted into an anime series. Takenashi's style often incorporates a quirky sense of humor and character-driven storytelling. Due to health issues, she took a hiatus from her work on Kannagi, but she later resumed its serialization. She maintains a somewhat low profile, with limited public personal information, focusing on her work as a manga artist.