Hisayuki Toriumi
- Known For
- Directing
- Born
- October 29, 1941 in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Died
- January 23, 2009
- Active Years
- 1971–2019 (49 Years)
- Total Credits
- 41 credits in database
Biography
Hisayuki Toriumi was a Japanese animation director, storyboardist, screenwriter, novelist, and producer. Born in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, he was a graduate of Chuo University with a degree in political science. He joined the Tatsunoko studio in February 1966. Throughout his career, he was credited with 30 works and served in various capacities including creator, animation supervisor, and series director. His professional credits include Gatchaman, Gatchaman The Movie, G-Force: Guardians of Space, Speed Racer, The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, Lily C.A.T., Like the Clouds, Like the Wind, The Ultraman, and the Shimajiro television series. Toriumi died on January 23, 2009. Sources provide conflicting birth dates of July 9, 1941, and October 29, 1941.
Career overview
Hisayuki Toriumi was a Japanese animation director, storyboardist, screenwriter, and novelist. Born in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, he graduated with a degree in political science from Chuo University before joining the Tatsunoko studio in February 1966. Throughout his career, he was credited in various professional capacities, including creator, animation supervisor, supervising producer, and series director. He was sometimes credited under the name Eiko Toriumi.
His directorial and creative contributions spanned several decades and included work on numerous television series and films. His filmography includes credits for Speed Racer, Gatchaman, and Gatchaman The Movie. He also served as a director and producer for G-Force: Guardians of Space and created the Shimajiro television series in 1993. His extensive list of credits includes work on The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, Lily C.A.T., Like the Clouds, Like the Wind, and The Ultraman. Toriumi died on January 23, 2009.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- Shimajiro to Ururu no Heroland (2019) Creator
- Shimajiro and the Rainbow Oasis (2017) Creator
- Shimajiro in Bookland (2016) Creator
- Shimajiro and Fufu's Great Adventure: Save the Seven-Colored Flower! (2013) Creator
- Kaze no Yojimbo (2001) Writer
- Cybuster (1999) Supervising Producer
- Street Fighter II: Return to Fujiwara Capital (1995) Writer
- Street Fighter II: Return to Fujiwara Capital (1995) Director
- Toward a Time of Trouble (1991) Director
- Toward a Time of Trouble (1991) Screenplay
- Like the Clouds, Like the Wind (1990) Director
- Baoh: The Visitor (1989) Storyboard Artist
- Lily C.A.T. (1987) Director
- Lily C.A.T. (1987) Original Story
- Area 88 Act III: Burning Mirage (1986) Director
- Ninja Robots (1985) Storyboard Artist
- Area 88 (1985) Director
- Area 88 Act I: The Blue Skies of Betrayal (1985) Director
- Area 88 (1985) Director
- Dallos Special (1985) Original Story
- Dallos Special (1985) Screenplay
- Dallos Special (1985) Director
- Area 88 Act II: The Requirements of Wolves (1985) Director
- Dallos (1983) Original Story
- Dallos (1983) Screenplay
- Dallos (1983) Writer
- Dallos (1983) Creator
- Dallos (1983) Screenplay
- Dallos (1983) Original Story
- The Mysterious Cities of Gold (1982) Animation Supervisor
- The Mysterious Cities of Gold (1982) Animation
- The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (1982) Director
- Space Warriors Baldios (1981) Director
- The Fullmoon Tradition: Indra (1981) Novel
- The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (1980) Director
- The Ultraman (1979) Director
- Gatchaman: The Movie (1978) Director
- Goliath the Super Fighter (1976) Director
- Hurricane Polymar (1974) Series Director
- Hurricane Polymar (1974) Director
- Decision (1971) Animation Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Hisayuki Toriumi best known for?
Hisayuki Toriumi is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Kaze no Yojimbo (2001), Lily C.A.T. (1987), Lily C.A.T. (1987), Ninja Robots (1985).
When and where was Hisayuki Toriumi born?
Hisayuki Toriumi was born on October 29, 1941 in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. They passed away on January 23, 2009.
How many credits does Hisayuki Toriumi have?
Hisayuki Toriumi has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2019.
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Hisayuki Toriumi was a Japanese animation director, storyboardist, screenwriter, novelist, and producer. Born in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, he was a graduate of Chuo University with a degree in political science. He joined the Tatsunoko studio in February 1966. Throughout his career, he was credited with 30 works an...
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