Veteran Japanese director Tsutomu Shibayama’s funeral was held privately as per family wishes, with the studio thanking fans for their lifelong support ...

Tsutomu Shibayama, a longtime director associated with the Doraemon anime franchise, has died at the age of 84. Animation studio Ajiado announced on Tuesday that its former president and CEO passed ...

Tsutomu Shibayama, the director of famous Anime series and films Doraemon, died at the age of 84. He was reportedly suffering ...

Tsutomu Shibayama, legendary Doraemon director and anime pioneer, has died at 84 after battling lung cancer. Here’s everything about his life and legacy.

Legendary Doraemon films' director Tsutomu Shibayama has died at the age of 84 due to lung cancer. Here's how fans paid tribute to the anime veteran.

Tsutomu Shibayama, the acclaimed director of the 'Doraemon' series, has passed away at 84 due to lung cancer, as announced by Ajia-do Animation Works.

Renowned Japanese anime director Tsutomu Shibayama, known for Doraemon, has died at 84. He directed 22 Doraemon movies and co-founded Ajia-do Animation Works.

Former CEO Tsutomu Shibayama passed away on March 6, 2026, from lung cancer. Shibayama supported works as the director of the ...

Acclaimed animator Tsutomu Shibayama, celebrated for his extensive work on the beloved 'Doraemon' franchise, has passed away ...

Tsutomu Shibayama, Doraemon and Chibi Maruko-chan director, died on March 6 after a prolonged battle with lung cancer.

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Christie's auction house launched the first ever anime-focussed online auction in New York.

Tsutomu Shibayama, the beloved director of the 'Doraemon' anime series and movies, has died at the age of 84 from lung cancer ...