1952 74 years ago Notable Births June 21

Kōichi Mashimo, Japanese director and screenwriter

On June 21, in the year 1952, Kōichi Mashimo, Japanese director and screenwriter. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 21, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Kōichi Mashimo. Learn more below.

Kōichi Mashimo is a Japanese former anime director and the founder of the animation studio Bee Train. Since the creation of the studio, Mashimo directed or otherwise participated in a large number of the studio's works, for example, as a member of the art or sound department.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on June 21, 1952 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 1 February 2026.

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