Takao Kato

Takao Kato is a Japanese anime director and screenwriter. Kato started working in the anime industry in 1987 and directed his first full series in 1996. Since then, some of the series he has directed include MegaMan NT Warrior, Buso Renkin, To Love Ru, and Pandora Hearts.

Biography

Kato has cited Hayao Miyazaki's early works, particularly The Castle of Cagliostro and Future Boy Conan, as influences on his work. Kato started working in the anime industry in 1987 and was put in charge of directing for the first time with Bakusō Kyōdai Let's & Go!! in 1996. Following Bakusō Kyōdai Let's & Go!!, he directed MegaMan NT Warrior, Buso Renkin, To Love Ru, and Pandora Hearts, among others.

Personal life

Kato has two daughters.