We use cookies to personalize your experience and analyze traffic. You can opt out at any time.
A prolific Japanese animation director and writer, he began his career as an assistant at Studio Ghibli before rising to prominence at Gainax. He is a co-founder of Studio Trigger and has shaped foundational titles within the science fiction and mecha genres, including Neon Genesis Evangelion and Diebuster.
He is a Japanese animation director and writer known for his significant contributions at Gainax and for co-founding Studio Trigger.
He is recognized for his work on major science fiction and mecha titles including Neon Genesis Evangelion, Diebuster, and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
He was a central creative force at Gainax for many years before co-founding the animation studio Trigger alongside Hiroyuki Imaishi.