Fusako Yusaki, pioneer of clay animation in Italy, has passed away
Fusako Yusaki, the Japanese-Italian artist renowned for her innovative work in clay animation, has died at the age of 89. She is remembered for her iconic television spots and beloved characters like Peo.
Yusaki moved to Milan in 1964 and became a key figure in Italian animation through her work on Carosello commercials. Throughout her career, she created numerous short films, television series, and educational content for networks like NHK and the Swiss television. Her legacy includes teaching at the Istituto Europeo di Design and leaving behind a collection of works preserved at the Hara Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo. Rai has honored her memory by making a collection of her animations available on RaiPlay.
