Active in the anime industry since the 1970s, he has portrayed many iconic characters such as Ataru Moroboshi in “Urusei Yatsura”, Piccolo in the “Dragon Ball” series, and Portgas D. Ace in “ONE PIECE”. With his expressive voice and strong presence, he has captivated fans for decades. A legendary voice actor, his work spans narration, stage performances, and mentoring the next generation.

Born in 1977, the eldest son of the 7th Onoe Kikugorō. He made his debut in February 1984 at the Kabuki-za Theater as the 6th Onoe Ushinosuke in “Ehon Ushiwakamaru”. In May 1996, he succeeded the name 5th Onoe Kikunosuke in “Benten Musume Meo no Shiranami”. He has since taken on major female roles and performed in classical dance pieces such as “Kyō Kanoko Musume Dōjōji” and “Shunkyō Kagami Jishi”, as well as lead male roles in period and domestic plays. Alongside steady performances in traditional works, he also engages in new Kabuki productions, many of which are performed repeatedly. In May 2025, he succeeded the name 8th Onoe Kikugorō at the Kabuki-za Theater.

Born in 2013, the eldest son of the 8th Onoe Kikugorō. His grandfather is the 7th Onoe Kikugorō and the 2nd Nakamura Kichiemon. He made his stage appearance in May 2016 at the Kabuki-za Theater under the name Terajima Kazufumi in “Seijishi Otowa Hanakago”. In May 2019, he made his official debut in “Ehon Ushiwakamaru” at the Kabuki-za Theater as the 6th Onoe Ushinosuke. In May 2025, he succeeded the name 6th Onoe Kikunosuke at the Kabuki-za Theater.

Director Seong-Hu Park from South Korea is one of the most highly acclaimed and currently most-watched anime directors. He directed “GARO: VANISHING LINE” and “THE GOD OF HIGH SCHOOL” before rising to fame with the first season of “JUJUTSU KAISEN”, produced by MAPPA and released at the end of 2020. A year later, he also directed the movie “JUJUTSU KAISEN 0”. Previously, as an animator, he worked on numerous titles including “Yuri!!! on ICE”, “ZOMBIE LAND SAGA”, “TIGER & BUNNY”, “WORKING!!”, “Space☆Dandy”, “Macross F”, and “BANANA FISH”.

Tadashi Sudo is a journalist born in Mexico and raised in Yokohama, Japan. He has long been engaged in reporting and research on the visual media industry, with a particular focus on animation.
After working at a leading securities firm, he founded the news website Anime! Anime! in 2004, where he served as editor-in-chief. He became a freelance journalist in 2016 after leaving Anime! Anime!.In 2024, he was appointed Artistic Director of the Aichi-Nagoya International Animation Festival, a newly established international event dedicated to animation.
His major publications include Who Makes the Future of the Anime Business? A Quiet Revolution Driven by Chinese Capital and Online Distribution and How Did Japanese Animation Directors Break into the World?, both published by Seikaisha.

Composer and sound designer who has left a strong impression on many game productions, especially music and sound design for the Silent Hill series. His unique sound world, a fusion of noise, rock, and ambient, has had a profound influence on creators and listeners in Japan and abroad. In recent years, he has been active in live performances and participation in video productions, and continues to pursue expression that transcends genres to reach the depths of music and emotion.

Born in 1995, known for their signature white hair.
Launched their Instagram account in 2014 and quickly rose to prominence, receiving invitations to major fashion shows from brands such as Armani and Prada.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, they began incorporating anime elements into their content, which attracted global attention and led to their account surpassing 3 million followers.
Their work includes promotional campaigns for events such as “Netflix @AnimeExpo” and the “France Pavilion (LVMH)” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
While actively working at the forefront as a creator, they are also involved in animal rescue efforts and have authored publications including “Common Mistakes on Instagram” and “100 Instagram Tips & Techniques.”

Mioshi & Mamemayo

Bringing a full-bloom cheer to your youth! Dreams, love, and friendship — SAKURA GRADUATION supports it all! Also known as “Sakuragu”, this six-member girls’ group represents an encouraging “manager-like” presence that stands beside students and young people through every moment of their youth — school life, dreams, and friendship. Since 2024, they have served as official support ambassadors for the World Cosplay Summit, continuing to grow as a warm, energetic group cheering for everyone’s dreams.