Japanese anime director at Toei Animation who served as series director for Dragon Ball Super and directed the feature film Dragon Ball Super: Broly. He also directed multiple theatrical releases for One Piece and worked extensively on magical girl anime series.
Nagamine served as series director for Dragon Ball Super, overseeing episodes 77 through 131, a critical stretch spanning the Tournament of Power and final arcs of the series. He directed the film Dragon Ball Super: Broly, guiding the visual direction and pacing of one of the franchise's most ambitious theatrical releases. Additionally, he provided storyboard work for the series and directed episode 95, demonstrating his deep involvement in shaping the show's aesthetic and narrative flow.
Nagamine built a distinguished career as a director across multiple major anime franchises. He served as series director for One Piece and Heartcatch PreCure, and directed films including One Piece Film Z. He passed away on August 20, 2025, after a year-long battle with illness. His contributions to Dragon Ball Super helped define the series' visual identity during its most critical arc, cementing his legacy as a key architect of modern Dragon Ball animation.
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