Kimiko Hoshi

Kimiko Hoshi worked as an in-betweener on both Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z, providing essential support animation across multiple episodes. Her animation credits extend to specific episodes of the original series, where she animated notable moments including episode 100 during the Tien Shinhan Saga (The Spirit Cannon) and multiple episodes spanning the King Piccolo and Piccolo Jr. Sagas, such as episodes 107, 117, 126, 133, 141, and 148. These episodes include major tournament matches and character developments central to the original series' narrative.

Hoshi's career extended far beyond Dragon Ball, with documented in-between and key animation work across dozens of anime series spanning multiple decades. She contributed to major productions including Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Kill la Kill, and My Hero Academia. Her longevity and consistent work across both classic and contemporary anime established her as a dependable animator in the Japanese animation industry.