Michiko Masui

Michiko Masui performed ink and paint work on 68 episodes of the original Dragon Ball series, making her one of the most prolific color artists on the show. Her consistent work across a substantial portion of the series demonstrates her importance to establishing the color palette and visual consistency of the original run. Masui also worked on the paint department for Dragon Ball Z, continuing her contribution into the sequel series. Ink and paint artists translate line art into finished scenes with proper coloring and shading; Masui's work was essential to bringing the vibrant world of Dragon Ball to life.

Masui contributed to numerous Dragon Ball Z films, including Cooler's Revenge, Dead Zone, Lord Slug, and The Tree of Might. She also painted the special Bardock: The Father of Goku and the Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans OVA. Her work on Dr. Slump films and other Toriyama adaptations extended her role across the broader anime ecosystem, making her a foundational figure in Toei Animation's color department.