Yasushi Tanizawa

Yasushi Tanizawa provided key animation for four episodes of the original Dragon Ball anime, contributing to the foundational production that launched the franchise. His work included episodes 1, 4, 9, and 15, spanning the Emperor Pilaf Saga and Tournament Saga during Dragon Ball's opening chapters. These early episodes were crucial in establishing the visual style and tone of the series, and Tanizawa's animation work helped create the smooth motion and dynamic action sequences characteristic of Dragon Ball's presentation.

Tanizawa is a versatile animator with credits across multiple Toei Animation productions and other studios. His filmography demonstrates broad involvement in television anime and theatrical films, ranging from action series to family entertainment. His technical animation skills and consistent work across numerous productions established him as a reliable contributor to anime animation.