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Shoichi Masuo

Shoichi Masuo

Known For Directing
Birthday Feb 24, 1960
Died Jul 24, 2017 (57)
Birthplace Tōkyō, Japan
Popularity 0.5 (history)
Updated Aug 10, 2025
Entry Date Aug 10, 2025
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Biography

Shōichi Masuo was a Japanese animator, animation director, and director renowned for his contributions to the anime industry. He began his career in the late 1970s and became known for his work on series such as Gunbuster (1988) and Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995), where he served as an animation dir ... ector and key animator. Masuo was acclaimed for his dynamic action sequences and mechanical designs. In addition to his animation work, he directed the OVA series Aim for the Top 2! (2004). Masuo's influence extended through his mentorship of younger animators and his dedication to advancing the quality of animation in Japan.

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Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone

Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone

2007

Key Animation, Special Effects

Akira

Akira

1988

Key Animation

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Organization Category Movie
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