Manabu Ono

Renowned for his exceptional work in the realm of anime, Manabu Ono was born in 1975 in Yokohama, Japan. A prolific director since 2004, Ono has made his mark in the genres of action, fantasy, and mecha, with standout projects including "Sword Art Online: Alicization," "The Irregular at Magic High School," and "Horizon in the Middle of Nowhere." Despite not garnering awards at major film festivals, his innovative storytelling and distinctive style have solidified his position in the anime industry. Ono, a master of crafting immersive universes, has a knack for translating the fantastical into the relatable, leaving his viewers constantly yearning for more.