Toshiyuki Kan'no

Toshiyuki Kan'no has been a consistent presence in the Dragon Ball franchise since the original series, contributing in-between animation to episodes 138, 145, and 152. His role expanded significantly in Dragon Ball Z, where he served as a key animator for over 45 episodes across Studio Live productions, covering everything from the Saiyan Saga through the Majin Buu Saga. In Dragon Ball GT, Kan'no took on animation director duties for episodes 4, 9, 15, and 21, providing crucial directorial oversight during the Black Star Dragon Ball and Baby Sagas. He also lent his expertise to Dragon Ball Super with key animation on episode 130. Beyond the television series, Kan'no contributed to multiple theatrical releases including The Path to Power, and several Z films where he handled key animation duties on Bojack Unbound, Broly, Lord Slug, and Wrath of the Dragon.

Outside Dragon Ball, Kan'no has demonstrated impressive range across anime, serving as a key animator on Hunter x Hunter, Black Lagoon, and Trigun. He earned a director credit on the Halo Legends short The Babysitter, handling storyboard, animation supervision, and key animation. His work is characterized by technical precision and the ability to maintain consistency across large-scale productions. Kan'no remains a valued contributor to the anime industry, known for his dependability on both major franchises and diverse projects.