Toshiyuki Inoue

Born: 1961-06-20

Biography

Toshiyuki Inoue is one of the most important animators in Japan. Nicknamed “the perfect animator” for his proficiency, ability, and range of expression going from cartoony deformation to absolute photorealism, Inoue is a legendary artist. Beginning his career in 1982, he was quickly promoted to character design and animation direction on Gu Gu Ganmo. His work on Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise, Akira, and Kiki’s Delivery Service propelled him to fame in the following years. He became one of the leading artists in the “realist” movement that developed after Akira and worked on many iconic productions such as Ghost in the Shell, Jin-Roh, A Tree of Palme, and Millennium Actress.

Known For

Kiki's Delivery Service
The Boy and the Heron
Ghost in the Shell
Akira
Look Back
Paprika
Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time
Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms
Wolf Children
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence

Top Movie Credits

Ghost in the Shell Key Animation
Akira Key Animation
Look Back Key Animation
Paprika Key Animation
Wolf Children Key Animation