Shiba Shigeharu is a legendary audio director and producer who shaped anime sound design for decades. Born in 1932 in Tokyo, he studied at Tokyo University of Education before co-founding the Jiyuu Theatre Troupe, where he first honed his craft in live performance.
He later moved into anime work at Omnibus Promotion, where he became known for his contributions across TV series, OVAs, and theatrical films. His influence on the medium earned him a Special Award at the 5th Animation Kobe Awards in 2000, recognizing his lifetime achievements in sound direction.
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