Tsutomu Shibayama

Tsutomu Shibayama (born March 9, 1941, and died March 6, 2026) was a legendary Japanese anime director and animator. Globally recognized for his exceptional work on iconic productions like "Doraemon" and "Ranma ½", his creative genius shaped the anime industry, leaving a profound cultural impact that defined the childhoods of millions of fans on a global scale.