Akio Yamaguchi

Yamaguchi directed three Universe Survival Saga episodes of Dragon Ball Super, handling the narrative and visual execution of critical moments. Episode 79 ('The 9th Universe's Kicking Basil vs. The 7th Universe's Majin Buu!!') established early tournament momentum through the Majin Buu matchup. Episode 87 ('Hunt the Poaching Ring! Goku and Android 17's Joint Struggle!') captured the alliance's pivotal survival mission, while episode 95 ('Most Heinous! Most Evil! Frieza's Rampage!') delivered Frieza's aggressive tournament turn. Each episode demanded precise action choreography and dramatic pacing within the tournament framework.

Yamaguchi's directorial portfolio spans contemporary anime, with episode direction credits on HappinessCharge PreCure!, Amagami SS, and Tiger Mask W. Extensive assistant episode direction work on One Piece (15 episodes) and Haganai demonstrates organizational skills managing complex ongoing narratives. Storyboard contributions on Sazae-san reflect involvement across theatrical and television formats spanning multiple genres.