Kazunori Mizuno

A master of Japanese animation, Kazunori Mizuno was born in 1965 in Aomori, Japan and had an active career from 1986 until his untimely death in 2017. He was renowned for his work in anime, particularly in the action and adventure genres, with his most famous works including "Bleach," "Naruto: Shippuden," and "Yu Yu Hakusho". Although he didn't receive major film festival awards, Mizuno's distinctive authorial style, characterized by dynamic action sequences and highly emotional storytelling, earned him a respected place in the world of anime. On a personal note, Mizuno was a tireless worker whose passion for storytelling and animation left an indelible mark on the anime industry.