Takashi Watanabe
Biography
Takashi Watanabe, also known by the stage names Moto Kawaguchi, 河口もと, and 渡部 高志, is a Japanese anime director. He was born on July 22, 1957, and is male. According to his personal information profile, he is known for his work in directing and holds fifty-four known credits. His profile information includes the alternate Japanese writing of his name and alternative stage names, but does not specify a place of birth. His professional background is categorized under the media and entertainment industry as documented by the provided database reference materials.
Career overview
Takashi Watanabe is a Japanese anime director whose stage name is written in Japanese characters as 渡部高志. Born on July 22, 1957, he is recognized for his work in the directing field, holding a total of fifty-four known credits according to biographical data.
Throughout his career, he has also been credited under alternative names, including Moto Kawaguchi and 河口もと, alongside the spacing variant 渡部 高志. His professional profile encompasses a significant body of work in media entertainment, establishing his primary role in the industry as a director.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
66 titles- Taisho Era Contract Marriage ~ The Substitute Bride and a Soldier's Fierce Love (2024) Series Director
- The Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians (2024) Series Director
- Ayakashi Triangle (2023) Lead Animator
- Protocol: Rain (2023) Key Animation
- How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom (2021) Series Director
- The Honor at Magic High School (2021) Assistant Director
- The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019) Opening/Ending Animation
- Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody (2018) Storyboard Artist
- Armed Girl's Machiavellism (2017) Storyboard Artist
- Taboo Tattoo (2016) Series Director
- Taboo Tattoo (2016) Storyboard Artist
- Taboo Tattoo (2016) Director
- One-Punch Man (2015) Storyboard Artist
- Gate (2015) Key Animation
- Heavy Object (2015) Director
- Dai Shogun - Great Revolution (2014) Director
- Senran Kagura (2013) Series Director
- Blue Exorcist (2011) Key Animation
- Freezing (2011) Series Director
- Demon King Daimao (2010) Series Director
- Armored Trooper VOTOMS: Case; Irvine (2010) Key Animation
- Shakugan no Shana: The Movie (2007) Director
- Shakugan no Shana: The Movie (2007) Storyboard Artist
- Shakugan no Shana: The Movie (2007) Second Unit Director
- The Wallflower (2006) Producer
- Scary True Stories: Chaku-Shin Final (2006) Music
- A Maiden's Prayer (2006) Lyricist
- Shakugan no Shana (2005) Series Director
- Shakugan no Shana (2005) Storyboard Artist
- Starship Operators (2005) Storyboard Artist
- Starship Operators (2005) Series Director
- Kino's Journey: Life Goes On (2005) Director
- New Fist of the North Star: When a Man Carries Sorrow (2004) Director
- Ikki Tousen (2003) Director
- New Fist of the North Star (2003) Series Director
- New Fist of the North Star (2003) Storyboard Artist
- New Fist of the North Star: The Cursed City (2003) Director
- New Fist of the North Star: The Forbidden Fist (2003) Director
- Rave Master (2001) Director
- Rave Master (2001) Storyboard Artist
- Rave Master (2001) Series Director
- Boogiepop Phantom (2000) Director
- Boogiepop Phantom (2000) Storyboard Artist
- Space Pirate Mito (1999) Director
- Revolutionary Girl Utena (1997) Director
- Violinist of Hamelin (1996) Producer
- Battle Skipper The Movie (1996) Director
- Sanctuary (1996) Director
- Slayers (1995) Director
- Weather Report Girl (1995) Director
- Key the Metal Idol (1994) Director
- Black Lion (1992) Director
- Ogenki Clinic Adventures (1992) Director
- The Abashiri Family (1991) Script
- The Abashiri Family (1991) Director
- Karasu Tengu Kabuto (1990) Series Director
- Miracle Giants Dome-kun (1989) Series Director
- Ys (1989) Director
- Osomatsu-kun (1988) Director
- Osomatsu-kun (1988) Storyboard Artist
- Osomatsu-kun: Go For It! Chibita's Oni War (1988) Storyboard Artist
- Battle Royale High School (1987) Music Director
- TWD Express: Rolling Takeoff (1987) Key Animation
- Dream Star Button Nose (1985) Key Animation
- Warriors of the Wind (1984) Key Animation
- Sherlock Hound (1984) Key Animation
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Takashi Watanabe best known for?
Takashi Watanabe is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including La figliastra - Storia di corna e di passioni (1976), Ayakashi Triangle (2023), Protocol: Rain (2023), How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom (2021).
When and where was Takashi Watanabe born?
Takashi Watanabe was born on July 22, 1957.
How many credits does Takashi Watanabe have?
Takashi Watanabe has accumulated over 66 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2024.
What is Takashi Watanabe's background in cinema and television?
Takashi Watanabe, also known by the stage names Moto Kawaguchi, 河口もと, and 渡部 高志, is a Japanese anime director. He was born on July 22, 1957, and is male. According to his personal information profile, he is known for his work in directing and holds fifty-four known credits. His profile information includes the alternat...
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