Mitsuo Shindō
Japanese art director and film director
About Mitsuo Shindō
Lived 1948 – 2023 (aged 75). Mitsuo Shindō was a Japanese film director, art director, composer, guitarist, photographer and calligrapher.
was a Japanese art director, photographer, film director and producer, music video director and calligraphist.
Shindō designed over 1000 albums and single cover art for artists including Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Yumi Matsutoya, Pizzicato Five, Mr. Children, Misia, Hikaru Utada and Glay. He was also a frequent collaborator with Mr. Children and Misia, for whom he has directed several music videos.
In 2010, Shindō became a board member of Mudef, a foundation established by Misia and Rhythmedia CEO Hiroto Tanigawa.
Shindō died from stomach cancer on 10 February 2023, at the age of 75.
Books CTPP no Design (1996) Zoku CTPP no Design Zecchōhen (2002) Bonnō Girls Shashinshū (2005) Otoko wa Sore o Gaman Dekinai After Hours Taidanshū (2006)
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Who was Mitsuo Shindō?
Japanese art director and film director (1948-2023)
When was Mitsuo Shindō born?
Mitsuo Shindō was born on 26 January 1948 in Tokyo.
When did Mitsuo Shindō die?
Mitsuo Shindō died on 10 February 2023 in Okinawa Prefecture.
What was Mitsuo Shindō's occupation?
Mitsuo Shindō was a film director, art director, composer, guitarist, photographer and calligrapher.
What nationality was Mitsuo Shindō?
Mitsuo Shindō was Japanese.
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