Tokyo Mew Mew
The characters of "Tokyo Mew Mew" have received praise from several publications for anime, manga, and other media. "Anime Fringe" Patrick King praised Ikumi's character designs for being a perfect first for the feel of the series, noting that "one of the most attractive aspects of Tokyo Mew Mew is easily Mia Ikumi's ultra-cute artwork. Big eyes, cat ears, fuzzy tails, and short skirts all come together in a cuteness combo that's hard to resist." In "", Shaenon Garrity referred to the Mew Mews as "cute girls in animal-themed lingerie".