Kei Urana, the creator of Gachiakuta, has reportedly deleted her X/Twitter account following backlash from parts of the fanbase.
The controversy began after Urana reposted a viral recreation of Zanka’s dance scene from Gachiakuta. While many fans initially viewed the video as a playful tribute, others criticized it, arguing that the recreation came across as insensitive toward Black hairstyles.
Urana later apologized, explaining that she had shared the video simply because she found it entertaining. She stated that she had no intention of mocking or disrespecting any culture.
Before leaving the platform, Urana appeared to post one final message explaining her decision. She said that “X drama” had been increasing and was beginning to interfere with her creative work. Because of that, she decided it was best to step away from the site.
The situation has surprised many fans, especially because Urana was known for being unusually active online compared to many manga creators. She regularly interacted with readers, liked fan art, supported fan content, and maintained a visible connection with the Gachiakuta community.
For some fans, her departure is a sad reminder of how quickly online criticism can escalate. Social media has allowed creators and audiences to connect more directly than ever before, but it has also made creators more exposed to constant scrutiny, pile-ons, and controversy.
Others argue that criticism is still valid when fans feel cultural issues are being mishandled, even unintentionally. The debate now centers not only on the original video, but also on the broader question of how fandoms should respond when a creator makes a mistake or shares something controversial.
Whether Urana eventually returns to social media remains unclear. For now, her exit marks a major change for the Gachiakuta fandom, which had grown used to seeing her engage directly with fans and celebrate the community around her work.
The incident shows the increasingly tense relationship between creators and online fandom spaces. What begins as a single repost can quickly become a major controversy, and for creators under pressure, stepping away may feel like the only way to protect their peace and continue their work.
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