Shinichiro Watanabe is one of the most critically acclaimed anime directors who has given birth to many original titles like Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Space Dandy, and so many more. These series have played a key role in shaping our childhood, leaving a lasting impact on modern pop culture.

A still from Cowboy Bebop. Credits: Studio Sunrise

Each title will be distinct from the previous one, making his work so diverse yet so appealing. His works are often seen as a cornerstone in the anime industry, where he features a hard-hitting background score that appeals to the masses.

However, he was close to throwing it all away, as his answers did not rub the right way with the journalists when Watanabe-Sensei started his journey as an anime director.

Shinichiro Watanabe almost threw away his career for being “young and naive”

Without a shadow of a doubt, Shinichiro Watanabe is the most recognized anime director,...