- Language
- Japanese
- Occupation
- Animator
- Date of birth
- 1917-11-23
- Date of death
- 2012-06-17
Akira Daikuhara
大工原章
Akira Daikuhara was an animation director, a person who laid down the genesis of Japanese animation. Established a totally different style for every piece of work and worked as an animation director for many early feature length animation films at Toei Doga (current Toei Animation Co. Ltd.) with his versatile technique and speed. There are a lot of younger staff who set out on their own with improved skills which were developed under his flexible coaching. He was involved in a various old hit films such as with original drawings of The White Snake Ehchantress, Kid Magician Sasuke and Adventure of Sindbad and as the animation director for Doggie March, Fables From Hans Christian Andersen and Alibaba and The Forty Thieves.
He received a Special Achievement Price for his lifework at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2006.
(Source: aniDB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Akira Daikuhara's name in other languages?
Akira Daikuhara is also known as 大工原章, Akira Okuwara, Akira Daikubara.
When is Akira Daikuhara's birthday?
Akira Daikuhara was born on November 23, 1917.
How old is Akira Daikuhara?
Akira Daikuhara is 94 years old.
When did Akira Daikuhara die?
Akira Daikuhara passed away on June 17, 2012.
What does Akira Daikuhara do?
Akira Daikuhara works as Animator.
What language does Akira Daikuhara voice in?
Akira Daikuhara performs in Japanese.
