Kunihiko Yuyama

Master storyteller of the animated realm, Kunihiko Yuyama was born in 1952 in Tokyo, Japan. Renowned for his work in the anime genre, Yuyama's directorial career spans over decades from 1977 to the present, most famously known for his contributions to the Pokémon franchise, including Pokémon: The First Movie and Pokémon: The Movie 2000 which have garnered widespread popularity and acclaim. Despite not having won any major film festival awards, Yuyama's distinctive style, characterized by his ability to blend fantasy and reality seamlessly, has endeared him to anime fans across the globe.

As a person, Yuyama is a dedicated craftsman, whose love for animation and storytelling is evident in each frame of his films, affirming him as a shining beacon in the anime world.