If you've ever visited any of the Japanese websites, you know the name Sayuri Washio. Sayuri passed away on January 21st from Cancer according to Kena. She had a very popular Japanese website with tons of beautiful Gatch fanart. She was a very talented artist. She will be greatly missed in the Gatch community. RIP, Sayuri. Sayuri's Website

That's so sad. Surfing her site in her honour ...

So sorry to hear that! Hopefully she's enjoying her own piece of Gatch heaven right now! (Yeah, that sounds kind of corny, but I mean it.)

I didn't know her, but I recall seeing her art many times. She will be missed.

I will miss Sayuri, She shared so many beautiful pieces of art and encouraged so many. Many she rest in peace xx

I just checked her site and consider myself honoured that the joint piece we did is still there

Very sad news! She had some beautiful work that I loved to go and visit. Thank you for passing on the information Springie!

That's a shame. I share everyone's thoughts.

I have come across her name and work several times ... it's such sad news and loss! Many thanks for letting us know, Springie! Life's so fragile!

So sad, her site has some beautiful works though.