Kiyoshi Matsumoto

Matsumoto contributed key animation to critical episodes of Dragon Ball Z, including episodes 2 and 11, which feature some of the series's foundational action choreography. His work extended to several theatrical films, including Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge, Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone, Dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn, Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug, and Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon. His animation brought fluidity and impact to high-stakes combat sequences that became signature moments in the DBZ legacy.

Beyond Dragon Ball, Matsumoto worked extensively across the animation industry, serving as key animator, animation director, and production manager on dozens of series including Galaxy Express 999, Sailor Moon, and One Piece. His roles ranged from in-between animation to animation direction, demonstrating versatility across multiple production phases that shaped anime from the 1980s through the 2000s.