Akiko Sasaki
AnimatorJapanese animator who contributed in-between animation to five episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, supporting early franchise animation across multiple sagas.
Dragon Ball Work
Sasaki provided in-between animation for five original Dragon Ball episodes, including episode 1 ('The Secret of the Dragon Balls'), episode 9 ('Boss Rabbit's Magic Touch'), episode 15 ('Look Out for Launch'), episode 29 ('The Roaming Lake'), and episode 57 ('Arale vs. Blue'). These episodes span the Emperor Pilaf Saga through the General Blue Saga, covering formative moments including Goku and Bulma's first meeting and early antagonist encounters.
Animation and Film Work
Sasaki's animation career extended across feature films and OVA productions. The animator contributed in-between animation to Dr. Slump: Hoyoyo! Space Adventure and finishing animation work on Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion under Studio Ado, working alongside renowned animation studios on high-profile projects. Additional credits include in-between work on Case Closed Movie: The Time Bombed Skyscraper and Tomorrow's Joe 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akiko Sasaki known for in Dragon Ball?
Japanese animator who contributed in-between animation to five episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, supporting early franchise animation across multiple sagas. Within Dragon Ball, Akiko Sasaki is best known as the in-between animator for Dragon Ball series.
Which Dragon Ball productions did Akiko Sasaki work on as an animator?
Akiko Sasaki has provided animation work on Dragon Ball. Sasaki provided in-between animation for five original Dragon Ball episodes, including episode 1 ('The Secret of the Dragon Balls'), episode 9 ('Boss Rabbit's Magic Touch'), episode 15 ('Look Out for Launch'), episode 29 ('The Roaming Lake'), and episode 57 ('Arale vs. Blue').
Where is Akiko Sasaki from?
Akiko Sasaki is a Japanese animator. Japanese animator who contributed in-between animation to five episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, supporting early franchise animation across multiple sagas. Their Dragon Ball credit is the in-between animator for Dragon Ball series.
What role does Akiko Sasaki play in the Dragon Ball franchise?
Akiko Sasaki works in the Dragon Ball franchise as an animation supervisor. Specifically, their contribution is described as the in-between animator for Dragon Ball series. Japanese animator who contributed in-between animation to five episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, supporting early franchise animation across multiple sagas.
What else has Akiko Sasaki done in the entertainment industry?
Sasaki's animation career extended across feature films and OVA productions. The animator contributed in-between animation to Dr. Slump: Hoyoyo! Space Adventure and finishing animation work on Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion under Studio Ado, working alongside renowned animation studios on high-profile projects.
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