Kazuyoshi Katayama

Kazuyoshi Katayama, a renowned writer and director, came into this world on August 28, 1959, in the charming city of Uji, located in the picturesque prefecture of Kyoto, Japan. This gifted individual has made a lasting impact on the world of animation and filmmaking through his remarkable works, including the critically acclaimed "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" released in 1984, the futuristic "The Big O" from 1999, and the captivating "King of Thorn" in 2009. His personal life is filled with joy, as he is happily married to the lovely Yumiko Horasawa.