Kiyomi Ota

Kiyomi Ota, also known as 大田清美 or 太田 清美, was born on March 19, 1961. Ota is renowned in the film industry for their work as a background designer. Their notable contributions include "Princess Mononoke" (1997), "My Neighbor Totoro" (1988), and "Porco Rosso" (1992), all directed by the acclaimed Hayao Miyazaki. Ota's distinctive style and attention to detail have been instrumental in creating the immersive worlds of these iconic animated films. They have continued to make significant contributions to the industry, serving as the background designer for "Mary and The Witch's Flower" (2017), "Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway" (2021), and "K-ON! The Movie" (2011).