About Takashi Watanabe
Born 1957. Takashi Watanabe is a Japanese film director, animator and historian, known for Boogiepop Phantom, Shakugan no Shana and Slayers.
is a Japanese animator, storyboard artist, and director. He is best known for directing the anime series Slayers, Boogiepop Phantom, and Shakugan no Shana.
Filmography
Director Aria the Scarlet Ammo Battle Skipper Boogiepop Phantom Dai-Shogun – Great Revolution Dangerous Jii-san Ja Demon King Daimao Freezing Heavy Object (chief director) How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Ikki Tousen Ikki Tousen Western Wolves Invincible King Tri-Zenon Karasu Tengu Kabuto Kino's Journey: Life Goes On Miracle Giants Dome-kun Lost Universe New Fist of the North Star Ogenki Clinic Rave Master Sanctuary Senran Kagura: Ninja Flash! Slayers series Shakugan no Shana series Space Pirate Mito Starship Operators Taboo Tattoo The Abashiri Family The Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians (chief director) Ys (anime) (episodes 5-7) Ys II
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Takashi Watanabe?
Japanese anime director
When was Takashi Watanabe born?
Takashi Watanabe was born on 22 July 1957 in Sapporo.
What is Takashi Watanabe's occupation?
Takashi Watanabe is a film director, animator and historian.
What is Takashi Watanabe known for?
Takashi Watanabe is known for Boogiepop Phantom, Shakugan no Shana and Slayers.
What nationality is Takashi Watanabe?
Takashi Watanabe is Japanese.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Takashi Watanabe
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Takashi Watanabe. https://biography.guide/takashi-watanabe/
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