Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
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ABOUT

Hiromi Matsushita

Character Designer, Animation Director & Illustrator
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Hiromi Matsushita is a Japanese animator and character designer from Nagano Prefecture, known for his expertise in action animation. With a career spanning multiple iconic franchises, he has worked as an animator, animation director, and chief animation director, shaping the visual style and dynamic movement of numerous series.

Starting his career at Studio Live, Hiromi later joined Studio Viewn!, where he continues to contribute to high-profile projects. His notable works include Mashin Hero Wataru, Sgt. Frog (Keroro Gunsou), Nobunagun, Ninja Box (Nintendo Switch), and Yu-Gi-Oh! SEVENS. Currently, he plays a key role in Yu-Gi-Oh! GO RUSH!!, serving as animation director, chief animation director, and character designer.

At SAC25, Hiromi Matsushita will offer insights into the emotional and artistic depth of anime, exploring the creative process and storytelling approach in Sailor Moon and Yu-Gi-Oh!.

#SAC2025
4:30 pm
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5:30 pm
Talk

Sailor Moon & Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Emotional Journey of Creating Two Anime Icons

Mecha Lab
Speakers
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Character Designer, Animation Director & Illustrator
Kazuko Tadano
Kazuko Tadano
Character Designer, Animation Director & Illustrator
Moderators
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Yasmeen Sinan
Media Communications Specialist
May 3rd
7:45 pm
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9:15 pm
Workshop

The Creative Process Behind Anime’s Most Iconic Characters

Creative Dojo
Speakers
Kazuko Tadano
Kazuko Tadano
Character Designer, Animation Director & Illustrator
Hiromi Matsushita
Hiromi Matsushita
Character Designer, Animation Director & Illustrator
Moderators
May 4th

Other Speakers

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Nobuyoshi Habara

Anime Director - Bandai Namco Filmworks, Sunrise, Xebec & Production I.G
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Sarah Mallia

Co-Founder & Creative Producer - Pungulu Pa Productions
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Olivier Lelardoux

CEO - Blue Spirit Studio (Studio TF1), Cyber Group Studios
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Tony Bancroft

Animation Program director ,Lipscomb University ,Animator Disney, Sony & Warner Bros
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