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Sachiko Itsukida

Animator

Japanese color artist who worked on Dragon Ball Z ink and paint. Also contributed color coordination and finish checking to numerous popular anime including Case Closed, Naruto, and Pokémon.

Role: animation_supervisor
Sub Role: Color artist for Dragon Ball Z
Nationality: Japanese
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Dragon Ball Z and Color Work

Sachiko Itsukida performed ink and paint duties on Dragon Ball Z, handling the critical final stage of animation where line art is colored and refined. This meticulous work directly impacts the visual appeal and clarity of every frame. She also contributed to Dragon Ball's earliest theatrical film, Curse of the Blood Rubies, extending her involvement across the franchise. Her color work on Dragon Ball products represented essential technical expertise in translating animation art into final broadcast quality.

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Career in Animation Production

Itsukida built a lengthy career in color coordination and finish checking across major anime properties. She worked on Case Closed across 65 episodes, managing color consistency and quality control. Her contributions to Pokémon, Naruto, Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters, and other popular series demonstrate her sustained role in anime's quality assurance pipeline. Finish check work requires precision and knowledge of animation standards, making her technical expertise valuable across multiple productions.

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