Necktie (Norio and Asami)

Necktie (Norio & Asami) is a Japanese illustration duo based in Hokkaido, formed by Norio and Asami since 2013. They’re celebrated for their whimsical and playful style, featuring charming animals, quirky characters, and light-hearted everyday scenes with a subtle humor and fairy-tale charm. Their illustrations often created with soft palettes and a relaxed, storybook feel that brings warmth and delight to ordinary objects.