Junko Akagawa

Junko Akagawa worked on ink and paint for seven episodes of Dragon Ball, with specific credit for coloring work on episodes across the Tien Shinhan Saga, including episode 97 'Final Match: Goku vs. Tien.' She also colored notable King Piccolo Saga episodes, including episode 104 'Mark of the Demon,' episode 112 'King Piccolo's Wish,' and episode 119 'Battle Cry.' Additionally, Akagawa contributed to Piccolo Jr. Saga episode 125 'Earth's Guardian Emerges,' bringing color and visual polish to these critical story moments.

As an ink and paint artist, Akagawa held a crucial position in anime production's finishing stages, translating black-and-white key animation into full color. Her work helped establish the visual palette and emotional tone of Dragon Ball's most significant battles and character moments.