In any anime production, including the beloved “Dragon Ball” franchise, numerous animators pour their skill and devotion to breathe life into tales cherished by fans. Just like any other shonen series, “Dragon Ball Super” saw a resurgence and grew to be one of the most popular TV shows currently airing, largely due to the efforts of the talented individuals behind the scenes. A key contributor to the sequel series was Yoichi Onishi, a seasoned professional in the anime industry. Regrettably, it has been confirmed by a close friend that Yoichi Onishi, a prominent animator, has passed away.
The news of the demise of animator Yoichi Onishi was shared by his friend Eisaku Inoue, a well-known figure in the anime industry, who expressed regret for missing an earlier opportunity to meet with Onishi. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Inoue mentioned that Onishi had passed away and lamented not having dropped by his usual coffee spot where he often saw Onishi seated. The cause of Onishi’s death remains undisclosed, but fans are already expressing their grief and admiration for the remarkable work produced by this legendary animator.
Yoichi Onishi’s Body of Work
In his career, Onishi contributed to various episodes of the series “Dragon Ball Super.” He made his debut on the sequel show in episode 49 during the Goku Black Arc. Prior to this anime adaptation, Onishi had already left his mark on the ongoing saga of the Z-Fighters. Aside from the recent series, he also played a significant role in several Dragon Ball feature-length films. His involvement began with the first Dragon Ball movie, “The Path To Power.” Subsequently, he was a prominent animator for numerous movies like “Dragon Ball Z: The Return of Cooler,” “Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13,” “Dragon Ball Z: Broly – The Legendary Super Saiyan,” and “Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound.
Yoichi wasn’t just involved with Dragon Ball; he was instrumental in creating numerous other anime franchises as well. His impressive portfolio boasts titles like Assassination Classroom, A Certain Scientific Railgun, Saint Seiya, Edens Zero, Digimon Adventure, World Trigger, and many others. With a career spanning decades in the anime industry, Onishi’s contributions are unlikely to be quickly forgotten.
Our thoughts are with Onishi’s friends and loved ones during this difficult time.
Via Eisaku Inoue Facebook
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2025-01-09 18:11