A prominent Japanese anime director, he began his career at studio Shaft, where he honed his craft under the mentorship of Akiyuki Shinbo. Known for his distinctive visual style and storytelling, he contributed to popular series like "Ef: A Tale of Memories" and "Bakemonogatari." Later, he joined Silver Link, where he directed acclaimed works such as "Baka and Test" and "Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya." His work is characterized by innovative animation techniques and a unique blend of humor and emotion.