Takaaki Ishiyama
Biography
Takaaki Ishiyama is a Japanese anime director born in Tokyo, Japan, on July 21, 1960. His real name is written with the same reading as his stage name, using the kanji characters Ishiyama Takaaki. Known primarily for his work in directing, Ishiyama has accumulated 68 known credits in the industry. His personal information and professional details are cataloged under his stage name and alternative name variants, including Ishiyama Takaaki and Ishiyama.
Career overview
Takaaki Ishiyama is a Japanese anime director originating from Tokyo, Japan. Born on July 21, 1960, his real name is written with the kanji characters 石山 貴明, sharing the same reading as his stage name, 石山タカ明. Additional variations of his name include Ishiyama Takaaki and いしやま たかあき.
Ishiyama has built a substantial presence in the anime industry, specifically recognized for his work in directing. Throughout his career, he has accumulated a total of 68 known credits on the platform. His professional profile identifies him as male with blood type A, and he is listed among industry personnel with a dedicated overview on film and television database records.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
79 titles- Catch Me at the Ballpark! (2025) Director
- Chillin' in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers (2024) Director
- The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor (2024) Director
- Rinkai! (2024) Series Director
- Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts (2023) Director
- Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts (2023) Storyboard Artist
- Helck (2023) Director
- Saving 80,000 Gold in Another World for My Retirement (2023) Storyboard Artist
- TenPuru (2023) Storyboard Artist
- Rokudo's Bad Girls (2023) Storyboard Artist
- Arknights (2022) Storyboard Artist
- Tokyo Mew Mew New (2022) Director
- 86 EIGHTY-SIX (2021) Director
- Tower of God (2020) Storyboard Artist
- Moriarty the Patriot (2020) Storyboard Artist
- Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! (2020) Storyboard Artist
- Oda Cinnamon Nobunaga (2020) Storyboard Artist
- Ahiru no Sora (2019) Storyboard Artist
- 18if (2017) Director
- 18if (2017) Screenplay
- 18if (2017) Storyboard
- 18if (2017) Key Animation
- Juni Taisen: Zodiac War (2017) Director
- Log Horizon (2013) Director
- Aikatsu! (2012) Storyboard Artist
- NARUTO Spin-Off: Rock Lee & His Ninja Pals (2012) Storyboard Artist
- Hyouge Mono (2011) Storyboard Artist
- The Rebirth of Buddha (2009) Director
- ChäoS;HEAd (2008) Series Director
- ChäoS;HEAd (2008) Director
- MapleStory Special (2008) Script
- Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit (2007) Storyboard Artist
- MapleStory (2007) Series Director
- MapleStory (2007) Creator
- Fairy Musketeers (2006) Director
- Spider Riders (2006) Series Director
- Aria (2005) Storyboard Artist
- Paradise Kiss (2005) Storyboard Artist
- The Golden Laws (2003) Director
- Naruto (2002) Storyboard Artist
- Kaze no Yojimbo (2001) Director
- Kaze no Yojimbo (2001) Storyboard Artist
- Desert Pirate! Captain Kuppa (2001) Storyboard
- Fighting Spirit (2000) Director
- The Laws of the Sun (2000) Director
- One Piece (1999) Director
- Popolocrois Monogatari (1998) Storyboard Artist
- Beyond (1998) Storyboard
- Pokémon (1997) Storyboard Artist
- Berserk (1997) Storyboard Artist
- Sakura Wars (1997) Director
- Sakura Wars (1997) Storyboard
- EAT-MAN (1997) Storyboard Artist
- Tenchi in Tokyo (1997) Storyboard Artist
- Cinderella and the Prince Charles (1997) Co-Director
- Those Who Hunt Elves (1996) Storyboard Artist
- The Story of Cinderella (1996) Director
- Cinderella: Conspiracy at the Emerald Castle (1996) Co-Director
- Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious Play (1995) Storyboard Artist
- Twelve Warrior Explosive Eto Rangers (1995) Storyboard Artist
- Cinderella (1995) Co-Director
- Key the Metal Idol (1994) Storyboard Artist
- The Irresponsible Captain Tylor OVA (1994) Editor
- Alien Defender Geo-Armor: Kishin Corps (1993) Director
- There Goes Tomoe! (1991) Director
- Musashi, the Samurai Lord (1990) Storyboard Artist
- 変幻退魔夜行 カルラ舞う！ 仙台小芥子怨歌 (1990) Director
- Karura Mau OVA (1990) Director
- Ranma ½ (1989) Storyboard Artist
- The Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor (1989) Director
- The Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor (1989) Storyboard Artist
- The Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor (1989) Storyboard Artist
- Karura Mau Movie (1989) Director
- Dominion Tank Police (1988) Director
- Norakuro-kun (1987) Storyboard Artist
- Norakuro-kun (1987) Director
- Anmitsu Hime: From Amakara Castle (1986) Storyboard
- Ninja Robots (1985) Storyboard Artist
- Ninja Robots (1985) Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Takaaki Ishiyama best known for?
Takaaki Ishiyama is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Catch Me at the Ballpark! (2025), Chillin' in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers (2024), Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts (2023), Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts (2023).
When and where was Takaaki Ishiyama born?
Takaaki Ishiyama was born on July 21, 1960 in Tokyo, Japan.
How many credits does Takaaki Ishiyama have?
Takaaki Ishiyama has accumulated over 79 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2025.
What is Takaaki Ishiyama's background in cinema and television?
Takaaki Ishiyama is a Japanese anime director born in Tokyo, Japan, on July 21, 1960. His real name is written with the same reading as his stage name, using the kanji characters Ishiyama Takaaki. Known primarily for his work in directing, Ishiyama has accumulated 68 known credits in the industry. His personal informat...