Nobuyuki Hosoya
DirectorNobuyuki Hosoya is a Japanese producer for TV Tokyo who produced One Punch Man's original video, its first two television seasons, and the Road to Hero special.
One Punch Man Role
Hosoya has served as a TV Tokyo producer across One Punch Man's original video, its first two television seasons and the One-Punch Man: Road to Hero special, making him one of the few production figures attached to the franchise from its earliest episodes onward. His role sits on the broadcaster side of the production, distinct from the animation studios that handle the actual artwork.
Career and Notable Roles
Hosoya has produced across several major anime franchises for TV Tokyo, including multiple Pokémon films and the Pokémon the Series: XY television run, entries in the Cardfight!! Vanguard franchise, Kemono Friends, the Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories horror anthology and installments of Aikatsu!.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nobuyuki Hosoya?
Nobuyuki Hosoya is a Japanese producer for TV Tokyo who produced One Punch Man's original video, its first two television seasons and the Road to Hero special. He is one of the few production figures attached to the franchise from its earliest episodes onward.
What did Nobuyuki Hosoya produce for One Punch Man?
Hosoya served as a TV Tokyo producer on One Punch Man's original video, its first two television seasons and the One-Punch Man: Road to Hero special. His role sits on the broadcaster side of production, separate from the animation studios that handle the actual artwork.
What Pokémon projects has Nobuyuki Hosoya produced?
Hosoya has produced multiple Pokémon films as well as the Pokémon the Series: XY television run. Those credits sit alongside his work on One Punch Man for TV Tokyo.
What other anime has Nobuyuki Hosoya produced?
Hosoya has also produced entries in the Cardfight!! Vanguard franchise and the animal-themed series Kemono Friends. His producing credits span multiple genres across TV Tokyo's lineup.
Has Nobuyuki Hosoya produced any horror or idol anime?
Yes, Hosoya produced the Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories horror anthology and installments of the idol series Aikatsu!. Those credits show a range beyond his action and adventure work.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One-Punch Man anime series, manga, and official materials. One-Punch Man was created by ONE and Yusuke Murata, published by Shueisha, and animated by J.C.Staff and Madhouse. All rights to One-Punch Man and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byONE and Yusuke Murata
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byJ.C.Staff
- Animated byMadhouse
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