- Language
- Japanese
- Occupation
- Animator
- Gender
- Male
- Date of birth
- 1898-10-05
- Date of death
- 1988-11-23
- Hometown
- Osaka, Japan
Kenzou Masaoka
政岡憲三
A second-generation animator. He is probably most famous for creating the earliest anime to use cell animation and sound.
In 1948, he founded Nihon Douga Eiga (now known as Toei Animation) alongside Sanae Yamamoto.
Masaoka was born in Osaka, Japan and died in Tokyo, Japan.
Signature works
Career timeline
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19431948
Genre preference
- Action17%
- Adventure17%
- Comedy17%
- Drama17%
- Fantasy17%
- Music8%
- Supernatural8%
Frequent collaborators
Frequently asked questions
What is Kenzou Masaoka's name in other languages?
Kenzou Masaoka is also known as 政岡憲三, Donbei Masaoka (正岡どんべい).
When is Kenzou Masaoka's birthday?
Kenzou Masaoka was born on October 5, 1898.
How old is Kenzou Masaoka?
Kenzou Masaoka is 90 years old.
When did Kenzou Masaoka die?
Kenzou Masaoka passed away on November 23, 1988.
What is Kenzou Masaoka's gender?
Kenzou Masaoka is male.
What does Kenzou Masaoka do?
Kenzou Masaoka works as Animator.
What language does Kenzou Masaoka voice in?
Kenzou Masaoka performs in Japanese.
Where is Kenzou Masaoka from?
Kenzou Masaoka is from Osaka, Japan.
