Hiroki Shibata
DirectorA prolific anime director who stewarded multiple episodes of Dragon Ball Z's middle saga. His experience spans iconic franchises including Sailor Moon and Precure.
Dragon Ball Work
Shibata brought to life seven critical episodes of Dragon Ball Z, including the transformative episodes 170, 176, 183, 189, 194, 199, and 240. His directorial work during this period helped establish visual continuity across the Saiyan and early Namek sagas. Beyond Dragon Ball, he served as series director for several anime properties and distinguished himself with significant directing work on the Digimon Adventure franchise, where he crafted storyboards and directed across multiple entries in the series.
Career and Legacy
Shibata's filmography demonstrates his versatility across action-driven and comedic properties. He directed the Sailor Moon S and SuperS theatrical films, showcasing his command of character-focused storytelling alongside action sequences. His work in directing Sailor Moon R stands alongside his Precure contributions, establishing him as a trusted craftsman within Toei Animation's stable of beloved franchises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hiroki Shibata in Dragon Ball?
Hiroki Shibata is a Japanese director known as the Dragon Ball Z episode director. A prolific anime director who stewarded multiple episodes of Dragon Ball Z's middle saga.
What has Hiroki Shibata directed in Dragon Ball?
Shibata brought to life seven critical episodes of Dragon Ball Z, including the transformative episodes 170, 176, 183, 189, 194, 199, and 240. His directorial work during this period helped establish visual continuity across the Saiyan and early Namek sagas.
What nationality is Hiroki Shibata?
Hiroki Shibata is Japanese, working as a director on Dragon Ball.
What else has Hiroki Shibata done in Dragon Ball?
Shibata's filmography demonstrates his versatility across action-driven and comedic properties. He directed the Sailor Moon S and SuperS theatrical films, showcasing his command of character-focused storytelling alongside action sequences.
How is Hiroki Shibata connected to Dragon Ball?
A prolific anime director who stewarded multiple episodes of Dragon Ball Z's middle saga. His experience spans iconic franchises including Sailor Moon and Precure.
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