Umaiyo Puyoman, Also known as Gaou, popular designer for Minato Aqua, Hourei Tenten, Yuki Sakuna and Himari Mochimoon. has been accused of committing lewd acts with a minor.

The allegations surfaced during a livestream by expose YouTuber KoreKore, who presented the alleged victim and had a live phone call with someone believed to be Gaou, who reportedly apologized and said he would retire. Kadokawa confirmed the allegations and issued an apology to readers.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Furdwm5kuC4

https://comicbook.com/anime/news/kadokawa-scandal-recall-gaou-allegations-confirmed/

https://automaton-media.com/en/news/japanese-game-publisher-considers-replacing-character-designs-as-artist-behind-them-faces-allegations-of-committing-lewd-acts-with-a-minor/