Masaaki Yuasa

Masaaki Yuasa is a renowned director, screenwriter, and animator celebrated for his distinctive and unconventional artistic style. He began his career as an animator on popular television series such as 'Chibi Maruko-chan' and 'Crayon Shin-chan' before making his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed feature film 'Mind Game' in 2004. Yuasa co-founded the animation studio Science SARU in 2013 alongside producer Eunyoung Choi, where he directed several notable works, including the animated musical film 'Inu-Oh' (2021). His projects often push the boundaries of traditional animation, earning him a dedicated following and critical acclaim. In 2020, Yuasa stepped down as president of Science SARU and later announced the creation of a new animation studio, ame pippin, in 2025. His contributions to the world of animation have solidified his reputation as a visionary filmmaker.

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