Masashi Tanaka (田中 政志, born June 10, 1962) is a Japanese manga artist best known for his acclaimed series Gon. His most celebrated work features a miniature dinosaur protagonist in a completely wordless manga format. Published by Kodansha from 1991 to 2002 across seven volumes, Gon showcases Tanaka's exceptional talent through highly detailed, humorous, and fast-paced artwork. The series follows the adventures of the titular dinosaur character, demonstrating Tanaka's masterful visual storytelling ability without relying on dialogue.