Sharjah, May 4, 2025

Japanese director Nobuyoshi Habara shared highlights from his personal and professional journey, alongside insights into the creative experiences he and his wife, director Kumiko Habara, have had in the world of animation.

At a Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) 2025 discussion titled “Inside the Making of the Anime Hit, Starblazers”, he recalled developing a passion for anime from a young age and creating his first animated film during high school with the help of friends from other schools. The 30-minute film, consisting of 1,000 images, was completed over three years and showcased at a school arts festival.

The animation power couple, Kazuko Tadano & Hiromi Matsushita reflects on 30 Years of creative battles, timeless designs & the ‘magic in the madness’

Sharjah, May 4, 2025

Within a packed auditorium at the 3rd edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference, legendary character designers and animation directors, Kazuko Tadano and Hiromi Matsushita took the stage. The duo, married for over three decades and collaborators on iconic franchises, shared heartfelt stories, creative struggles, and behind-the-scenes secrets in a talk titled “Sailor Moon & Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Emotional Journey of Creating Two Anime Icons.”