- Language
- Japanese
- Occupation
- Background Artist
- Gender
- Male
- Date of birth
- 1953-06-27
- Date of death
- 2023-08-19
- Hometown
- Goto, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan
- Years active
- 1977, 2023
Nizou Yamamoto
山本二三
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One of Japan’s leading scenic artists and art directors. Noted for his work as an art director on titles such as Future Boy Conan, Grave of the Fireflies, Fantastic Children and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.
He was also one fifth of Princess Mononoke's art directors. In 1995, Hayao Miyazaki went to the ancient forests of Yakushima, of Kyushu, an inspiration for the landscape of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and the mountains of Shirakami-Sanchi in northern Honshu for location scouting along with the five art directors and other production staff.
On August 19, 2023, he died of stomach cancer at his home, aged 70.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nizou Yamamoto's name in other languages?
Nizou Yamamoto is also known as 山本二三.
When is Nizou Yamamoto's birthday?
Nizou Yamamoto was born on June 27, 1953.
How old is Nizou Yamamoto?
Nizou Yamamoto is 70 years old.
When did Nizou Yamamoto die?
Nizou Yamamoto passed away on August 19, 2023.
What is Nizou Yamamoto's gender?
Nizou Yamamoto is male.
What does Nizou Yamamoto do?
Nizou Yamamoto works as Background Artist.
What language does Nizou Yamamoto voice in?
Nizou Yamamoto performs in Japanese.
Where is Nizou Yamamoto from?
Nizou Yamamoto is from Goto, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.
