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Cutting-edge creator acclaimed in Japan and abroad as a fresh talent in Japanese anime. Noted for the delicate balance of CG and hand-drawn images and his intense visuals that are at once intricate and evocative. His much anticipated new series, "Time of Eve," was unveiled in August 2008, with episode 1 making a huge splash both in Japan and abroad. Stream the "Time of Eve" trailer and the trailer for his previous work, "Pale Cocoon."
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Acclaimed for his unparalleled visual expression and sensibilities, and his novel yet nostalgic style. Numerous honors include selection for Annecy in 2006. His latest work, Breeding was completed in June 2007. Check out the trailer for his landmark work Beyond the Train Tracks (2005).
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CG anime production trio who relentlessly pursue intense visuals. Mainly active in producing visuals for TV, commercials, and music videos. Check out the short version of Amazoness the Woman Diver, currently in production.
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Has directed numerous cutting-edge TV programs including the Disney Channel music show "D-jam" and "Tensai TV-kun MAX Bit World" (NHK Educational). His acclaimed music videos for major artists including Moonriders have earned him respect and trust in the music industry. Accomplished creator whose sharp visuals sparkle with pop-sense.
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Embarked on animation while studying at art university in Kyoto. Came to Tokyo after graduation, and has been active as an illustrator in advertising and other fields. Pop sensibility and colorful 60s-70s taste are particularly appealing. Has attracted attention for her work with the Hoshi Shinichi Short Short program airing on NHK, as well as her distinctive drawing and anime style.
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Visual/acoustic artist who creates images and audio. In addition to designing cool animation videos, is currently composing music in the folktronica genre, the newest permutation of electronica pop music. His animation ALGOL has won numerous awards, including the Encouragement Prize/Animation Division at the 12th Japan Media Arts Festival. Wide-ranging activities also include TV program logos and DVD cover designs.
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Creates animation works that aim for widespread appeal, with "pop" and "cute" as keywords. Wide-ranging activities include character design. Honored at numerous animation festivals in Japan and abroad.
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Focuses on 3DCG animation. Associate professor at Tamagawa University's College of Arts, Department of Media Arts. Numerous awards include selection for the SIGGRAPH Electronic Theater and Art Gallery, DiVA Exhibition, and ISEA Electronic Theater.
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Up-and-coming animation artist renowned for her whimsical, hand-drawn works. Honors include Japan Media Arts Festival 2007.
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Created the band OHRYS BIRD in 2002. And in an unusual twist, after putting some work into their band's website, OHRYS BIRD found itself in the animation world. They make the most of their music talent, creating sound tracks and original music for their visual works.
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Creates powerful images with a hand-drawn touch using pen and brush. Indie visual creator for TV, web and music videos, and producer of original works. Recorder was selected for the Annecy'08 Student Competition. Other works include THE CLOCKWORK CITY and opening titles for NHK's Shin-sanjushi.
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Promising 2D and 3D animation creator. Currently studying at art school. Bloomed Words sparkles with her pop and refreshing sensibility, and won the Excellence Prize at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2006.
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Full-scale CG story animation artist. Started doing CG for architecture and civil engineering as a student, and embarked on a career as a story animation creator in 2000. Formed the CG animation unit Hand to Mouse in 1995.
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Multimedia artist focusing on visual production, and also involved in the design industry, TV commercials, fashion, music and animation. Participates in domestic and international art projects, including SIGGRAPH and the LA Film Festival.
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Distinctive style using watercolors and pencil drawings. Has large following due to his mystical visuals and unique audio. Awards include the Digista Award Grand Prix. Currently creating NHK opening animation credits and music videos.
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Activities span many fields, including ads, magazine covers, visual components for CD jackets, animation movies, and planning/production for art events. This creative unit excels at 3D sculpture, and has attracted attention for their many photo and art animation works.
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Creative activities center on hand-drawn works in black ink. Her distinct style has won hearts at SIGGRAPH and other international festivals. Also active as a graphic designer.
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Currently studying animation techniques and film production in university. Graduation work KAPPOROPITTA was honored at numerous domestic and international film festivals. Her children's TV series was aired on WOWOW in 2006.
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Active in producing works focusing on cell animation. In 2006, the trio formed the indie anime production group YATU SEISAKUSHO, and have created works including OHANASHI and ONE WORD. Other projects include Takuya HASEGAWA's involvement in CM production. OHANASHI is currently being released on Gyao.
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Honors for his university works Ikuemi no zanzou and Kiokuzenkei include NHK Digital Stadium Best Selection, the 14th Student CG Contest Grand Prix, and the Amuse Art Jam'07 in Kyoto Morimoto Chie Prize. Collaborates with Morimoto Chie's visual unit goen and produces animation for NHK's Shakiin! children's TV program.
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Joined an animation production company after graduating from university, and later studied at a CG technical school. Graduation 3DCG work was selected for SIGGRAPH. Created WILD GOOSE and has embarked on numerous projects, including TV programs and video clips. Focuses on 3DCG animation and VFX.
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