Yasuo Otsuka
Biography
Subject: Yasuo Otsuka (Visual Effects).
Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided sources.
No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
No preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes.
Word count: 90-130 words.
Source [1]:
Name: Yasuo Otsuka (Stage Name: 大塚康生).
Known For: Visual Effects.
Known Credits: 33.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: July 11, 1931.
Day of Death: March 15, 2021 (89 years old).
Place of Birth: Tsuwano, Japan.
Source [2]:
Relationship: Yasuo Otsuka was Hayao Miyazaki's teacher.
Yasuo Otsuka was a visual effects professional known for 33 credits. He was born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1931. Otsuka served as a teacher to Hayao Miyazaki. He passed away on March 15, 2021, at the age of 89. His stage name is 大塚康生.
Draft 1: Yasuo Otsuka was a visual effects professional with 33 known credits. Born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1931, he also used the stage name 大塚康生. Otsuka served as a teacher to Hayao Miyazaki. He died on March 15, 2021, at the age of 89.
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"Yasuo Otsuka was a visual effects professional with 33 known credits. Born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1931, he also used the stage name 大塚
Career overview
Subject: Yasuo Otsuka (Visual Effects).
Goal: Write a 180-260 word career overview.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided sources.
No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Length: 180-260 words.
Structure: 2-3 short paragraphs.
No preamble or JSON.
Source [1]:
Name: Yasuo Otsuka (Stage Name: 大塚康生).
Known For: Visual Effects.
Known Credits: 33.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: July 11, 1931.
Death: March 15, 2021 (89 years old).
Place of Birth: Tsuwano, Japan.
Source [2]:
Relationship: Teacher of Hayao Miyazaki.
Quote/Context: "If you look at the drawings ... It is said that voice actor casting is left to producer Toshio ..." (This is a bit fragmented, but the key fact is he was Miyazaki's teacher).
Paragraph 1: Personal details and professional focus.
Yasuo Otsuka was a visual effects professional born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1931. He is recognized for his work in the field of visual effects and holds 33 known credits. Otsuka passed away on March 15, 2021, at the age of 89.
Paragraph 2: Professional influence/relationship.
In his professional capacity, Otsuka served as a teacher to Hayao Miyazaki. His influence is noted in relation to the quality of drawings.
Current Word Count Check:
"Yasuo Otsuka was a visual effects professional born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1931. He is recognized for his work in the field of visual effects and holds 33 known credits. Otsuka passed away on March 15, 2021, at the age of 89.
In his professional capacity, Otsuka served as a teacher to Hayao Miyazaki. His influence is noted in relation to the quality of drawings."
Total words: ~65 words.
Problem: The prompt requires 180-260 words. I must expand using only the provided facts. However, the provided facts are extremely sparse.
Re-evaluating the sources for more content:
Source 1: Name, stage name (大塚康生), known for (Visual Effects), credits (33), gender (Male), birthday (July 11, 1931), death (March 15, 2021, age 89), birth place (Tsuwano, Japan).
Source 2: Teacher of Hayao Miyazaki. Mention of drawings and voice actor casting (though the casting part refers to Toshio).
Challenge: I cannot invent information to meet the word count. If the sources do not provide enough information to reach 180 words without violating the "no inventing" rule, I have a conflict.
Wait, the prompt says "Write a 180-260 word career overview". If I cannot reach that length without inventing facts, I must be very careful. Let me see if I can elaborate on the existing facts without adding new ones.
Drafting attempt 2 (expanding phrasing):
Yasuo Otsuka, also known by the stage name 大塚康生, was a male professional known for his work in visual effects. He was born in Tsuwano, Japan, on July 11, 1
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Full Filmography
43 titles- Hyohyo: Dear Mr. Yasuo Otsuka (2015) as Self
- Animation Maestro Gisaburo (2012) as Self
- Yasuo Ōtsuka's Joy in Motion (2004) as Self
- Paul Grimault, image par image (2003) as Self
- Lupin the Third: Greatest Capers (1995) Key Animation
- Emergency Departure Rescue Kids (1991) Mechanical Designer
- Uncle Remodelling Course (1990) Key Animation
- Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland (1989) Storyboard Artist
- The Red Spectacles (1987) as Taxi Driver
- Lupin the Third: The Fuma Conspiracy (1987) Supervising Art Director
- Sherlock Hound (1984) Key Animation
- Future Boy Conan: The Big Giant Robot's Resurrection (1984) Character Designer
- Chie the Brat (1981) Character Designer
- Chie the Brat (1981) Animation Director
- Tôkaidô Yotsuya Kaidan: The Anime (1981) Director
- The Castle of Cagliostro (1979) Animation Director
- The Castle of Cagliostro (1979) Character Designer
- Future Boy Conan (1979) Animation Director
- Future Boy Conan (1979) Character Designer
- Future Boy Conan (1978) Animation Director
- Future Boy Conan (1978) Character Designer
- Lupin the Third: The Mystery of Mamo (1978) Supervising Animation Director
- Tenguri, Boy of the Plains (1977) Screenplay
- Tenguri, Boy of the Plains (1977) Director
- Tenguri, Boy of the Plains (1977) Animation Director
- Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus (1973) Animation Director
- Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus (1973) Key Animation
- Panda! Go Panda! (1972) Key Animation
- Panda! Go Panda! (1972) Animation Director
- Panda! Go Panda! (1972) Animation Director
- Yuki's Sun (1972) Character Designer
- Yuki's Sun (1972) Animation Director
- Lupin the 3rd (1971) Animation Director
- The Wonderful World of Puss 'n Boots (1969) Key Animation
- Lupin the Third: Pilot Film (1969) Animation
- Lupin the Third: Pilot Film (1969) Writer
- Horus: Prince of the Sun (1968) Animation Director
- Hustle Punch (1965) Key Animation
- The Little Prince and the Eight-Headed Dragon (1963) Key Animation
- Arabian Nights: The Adventures of Sinbad (1962) Key Animation
- The Orphan Brother (1961) Animation
- Magic Boy (1959) Key Animation
- The Tale of the White Serpent (1958) Animation
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yasuo Otsuka best known for?
Yasuo Otsuka is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland (1989), The Red Spectacles (1987), Lupin the Third: The Fuma Conspiracy (1987), Kansas City Confidential (1952).
When and where was Yasuo Otsuka born?
Yasuo Otsuka was born on July 11, 1931 in Tsuwano, Japan. They passed away on March 15, 2021.
How many credits does Yasuo Otsuka have?
Yasuo Otsuka has accumulated over 43 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 2015.
What is Yasuo Otsuka's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Yasuo Otsuka (Visual Effects). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided sources. No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc. Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points). No p...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Red Spectacles (1987) as Taxi Driver — aged about 55
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