Shigeharu Shiba
Also known as 斯波 重治, しば しげはる, Shiba Shigeharu, 斬波重治, 斬波 重治
Shigeharu Shiba is a Japanese sound director known for work in animated films. Born on October 1, 1932 in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Shiba contributed to the audio design of two notable animated features.
Biography
Shigeharu Shiba is a Japanese sound director known for work in animated films. Born on October 1, 1932 in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Shiba contributed to the audio design of two notable animated features. In 1984, Shiba served as Sound Director for Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, a film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The following year, Shiba held the same role for Angel's Egg, directed by Mamoru Oshii.
Shiba’s involvement in these projects reflects a specialized focus on sound within the anime medium. The responsibilities of a sound director typically include overseeing sound effects, mixing, and overall audio production to complement the film’s visual and narrative elements. Shiba’s credited work appears limited to these two titles based on available records.
