Kimiko Ōkane

Kimiko Ōkane worked as an ink and paint artist on the original Dragon Ball anime, where she handled color application and final visual polish on nine episodes. Her credited work spans multiple sagas: two episodes from the Emperor Pilaf Saga (The Secret of the Dragon Balls and Boss Rabbit's Magic Touch), two from the Tournament Saga (Look Out for Launch and Quarterfinals Continue), two from the Red Ribbon Army Saga (The Roaming Lake and Major Metallitron), two from the General Blue Saga (The Trap is Sprung and Arale vs. Blue), and one from the Commander Red Saga (The Last of Mercenary Tao). Ink and paint artists provide the crucial finishing work that brings hand-drawn animation to full color.

Ōkane's work exemplifies the specialized roles within anime production that rarely receive individual recognition but collectively ensure the finished visual product meets quality standards. Her role in the ink and paint department positioned her among the many technical artisans whose collective efforts transformed key animators' line work into the vibrant colors audiences see on screen.