At VIZ we have a "style sheet" for each title, and now we’re adopting the term for this weekly series about style at our office! We are a diverse group, but we have one thing in common: we love manga, anime and Japanese pop culture. Luckily, we don't have a strict dress code. So set aside your expectations of "work safe" looks and enjoy this sneak peek into the style, clothes and lives of VIZ employees…

Come back each Wednesday to see new looks to complement your own unique style! And you can see all our Style Sheet posts here.

It's Raining Cats and Swords and Torches in the Licensing Storage Room

Official Staff VIZ Tee and Homemade Skirt with Bears

Intra-Office Transport

Faux Leg Tattoos with Animal Print

Doraemon Duo

NAME: Akane Matsuo
DEPARTMENT: Licensing
POSITION AT VIZ: Animation Licensing Manager

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
In the countryside of Japan till I was 12, and the countryside of Ohio till I was 24.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY AT WORK FOR YOU?
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. fun time with anime merchandise.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR FASHION STYLE?
Mismatched patterns???

HOW IS YOUR STYLE INFLUENCED BY MANGA, ANIME OR JAPANESE FASHION?
Mmm. I don't think it’s influenced by them. I wear what fits me…

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE CLOTHING STORES AND FASHION WEBSITES?
My favorite dress I have is created by my work friend Cat! A patterned dress with handsome tigers, lions and more cats!

WHAT FASHION ACCESSORY CAN YOU ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY NOT LIVE WITHOUT?
Fun socks?

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO OUTSIDE OF WORK AS A CREATIVE OUTLET AND FOR FUN?
Sewing (not good) and small carpentry (really bad).

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE CURRENT VIZ MANGA OR ANIME?
One Piece!!!!!!

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE VIZ MANGA OR ANIME OF ALL TIME?
Rose of Versailles, One Piece.