★ HOW OLD IS SHŌTARŌ SUGA?
Shōtarō Suga is 53 years old, born December 31, 1972 in Japan · Capricorn.
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About
Shōtarō Suga wrote anime that defined the 2000s, most famously the noir-thriller series Darker than Black. Born in Japan on December 31, 1972, he became known for screenwriting across multiple anime franchises. A Capricorn with life-path number 8, Suga died on March 19, 2015.
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Biography
Shōtarō Suga was a Japanese screenwriter whose work shaped anime narrative in the 2000s. He gained recognition writing multiple anime series, with Darker than Black standing as his most notable credit. Born December 31, 1972, in Japan, Suga worked steadily as a screenwriter across the anime industry. His Capricorn placement often correlates with disciplined, long-form storytelling—a trait evident in his serialized anime work. Screenwriters in anime navigate tight production cycles and ensemble casts, balancing visual storytelling with dialogue-driven character arcs. Suga died March 19, 2015, leaving behind a catalog of work that influenced anime writers in subsequent years.
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Trivia
- Darker than Black, Suga's most celebrated series, became a cult favorite for its spy-thriller tone and morally ambiguous characters.
- Suga's life-path number 8 is associated with material mastery and structured achievement—fitting for a prolific writer across multiple projects.
- Born on New Year's Eve 1972, Suga worked as a screenwriter until his death in March 2015.
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The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Shōtarō Suga extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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Birthday compatibility
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CHALLENGING
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Shōtarō Suga?
- Shōtarō Suga is 53 years old (born December 31, 1972).
- When is Shōtarō Suga's birthday?
- Shōtarō Suga was born on December 31, 1972.
- What is Shōtarō Suga's zodiac sign?
- Shōtarō Suga is a Capricorn, born December 31, 1972.
- What is Shōtarō Suga's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Shōtarō Suga was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Shōtarō Suga from?
- Shōtarō Suga is from Japan.
- What does Shōtarō Suga do?
- Shōtarō Suga is a writer.
- Is Shōtarō Suga still alive?
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