Hiroshi Katō
AnimatorJapanese art director born February 11, 1965, known for acclaimed work on Neon Genesis Evangelion. Katō supervised visual design for Battle of Gods during the franchise's film revival.
Dragon Ball Involvement
Hiroshi Katō served as art director on Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, overseeing the visual presentation during a pivotal revival film for the franchise. His meticulous approach to color, lighting, and background composition brought contemporary polish to the iconic series while respecting its original aesthetic.
Career Highlights
Katō established himself as a master art director through iconic work on Neon Genesis Evangelion and Oh My Goddess!, handling color design and visual supervision for some anime's most visually demanding productions. He founded the studio Totonyan after leaving Miho studio in 2007, though he maintained collaborative relationships across the industry while focusing on his own artistic direction.
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