Masaki Tachibana
DirectorJapanese director and storyboard artist known for work across numerous acclaimed anime productions including Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex and Princess Principal, with a single assistant director credit on Dragon Ball GT.
Dragon Ball GT Contribution
Masaki Tachibana served as assistant episode director for episode 63 of Dragon Ball GT, contributing to the series during its late run. While a modest credit in his broader directing career, his involvement connected him to the franchise during its final original television incarnation before Dragon Ball Super's eventual revival.
Directing Career
Tachibana established himself as a skilled director and storyboard artist across premium anime productions. He directed the full Princess Principal television series and its OVA sequels, helmed Tokyo Magnitude 8.0, and contributed extensively to Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex as both storyboard artist and episode director. His directorial eye brought character depth and visual sophistication to projects across action, sci-fi, and mystery genres, making him a sought-after director for quality anime productions.
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