Akemi Matsuo
AnimatorJapanese animation artist credited with ink and paint work on 55 episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, contributing to the visual foundation of the franchise during its earliest broadcast run.
Dragon Ball Contributions
Matsuo provided ink and paint work across the Emperor Pilaf Saga through the King Piccolo Saga of the original Dragon Ball series, spanning 55 episodes. This foundational coloring work brought consistency to early Dragon Ball episodes including iconic moments like the first Kamehameha demonstration, Goku's confrontation with King Piccolo, and the climactic martial arts tournaments that defined the franchise.
Animation Career
Beyond Dragon Ball, Matsuo transitioned into finish animation work on numerous Doraemon films, where similar precision coloring and finishing skills ensured visual polish across multiple theatrical releases. The animator also contributed paint work to Dragon Ball: Mystical Adventure, maintaining consistency across the franchise's early film efforts.
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