Hiroaki Shimizu

Hiroaki Shimizu provided key animation for the original Dragon Ball series, handling detailed character movements across episodes from multiple sagas. His key animation work contributed to action sequences that defined the franchise's visual style during its television run. Additionally, Shimizu provided in-between animation support for Dragon Ball Z, assisting in the smooth motion that carried the sequel series' more intense action sequences.

Shimizu developed one of anime's most extensive animation portfolios, with key animation credits spanning from early 1990s productions including Fate/stay night through contemporary series. His work on action-driven anime including JoJo's Bizarre Adventure across multiple seasons, Black Clover, and Fairy Tail demonstrated consistent expertise in dynamic character movement and combat animation. His animation contributions extended to theatrical films including children's adventure narratives, showing versatility across different animation styles.