Birth place: Toyama Prefecture, Japan
A character designer, illustrator, and animator best known for his work on some of anime's most iconic series. He got his start at Gainax, where he contributed character designs and animation direction to major productions including Gunbuster, Nadia, Evangelion, and the cult classic Otaku no Video.
Beyond Gainax, he handled character design duties on Gankutsuou and Oh! My Goddess—both visually distinctive shows that showcase his range. These days he's based at Studio Khara, where he serves as animation director for the Rebuild of Evangelion films, giving him a key role in reshaping one of his earlier landmark projects.
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