Born in Tohoku, grew up in Kanto, currently resides in Nara.
After graduating from Game Graphic College in 2007, got a job with Capcom Co., Ltd., where Sumiyoshi was responsible mainly for modelling as a 3D modeler.
Worked on the following projects:
Monster Hunter 3 - participated in designing certain NPC, weapons, and armor;
Monster Hunter 4 - responsible for new monster design and 3D modelling;
Monster Hunter X - charged with overall supervision related to all new designs, modelling, and monsters.
Went freelance in 2015.
Currently drawing illustrations and manga, mainly for solo and group exhibitions.
It was confirmed during her presence at a book fair in France (Fête du livre du Var) and with the pronouns used in the French edition of Jinba that Sumiyoshi is a woman, contrary to assumptions that were made based on her profile picture.
Other Twitter Accounts:
2nd Acc
3rd Acc
Old non-functional website:
Jimdo
