When did Michiyo Yasuda die?
Michiyo Yasuda died on the 5th of October 2016, at the age of 77. Her death marked the end of an era for Japanese animation, leaving behind a legacy that colored the visual landscape of the industry for five decades.
Common questions about Michiyo Yasuda
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Where was Michiyo Yasuda born and raised?
Michiyo Yasuda was born in Tokyo's Nakano ward and grew up in the Tokyo metropolitan area. She spent most of her childhood and adolescence in Higashi-fushimi, a neighborhood that later became part of Nishitōkyō city as of 2001.
When did Michiyo Yasuda start working at Toei Doga?
Michiyo Yasuda joined Toei Doga in April 1958, immediately after her graduation from high school. She started out in the ink and paint section as a tracer, transferring cleaned up line drawings onto cels for TV series and commercials.
What was Michiyo Yasuda's role in Studio Ghibli?
Michiyo Yasuda took charge of Studio Ghibli's color department from its inception in June 1985. She collaborated with various directors and animators to create color designs for nearly all Studio Ghibli animation works until her retirement.
When did Michiyo Yasuda officially retire from animation work?
Michiyo Yasuda officially retired after working on Ponyo in 2008. She continued to work on The Wind Rises, which was released in July 2013, before passing away in 2016.