Junichi Masuda (Japanese: 増田順一, Hepburn: Masuda Jun'ichi) is notably known for being the Director of the Board at Game Freak, the company which produces each Pokémon game. He is also credited with composing many of the soundtracks featured in each Pokémon version.
Pokémon Soundtracks[]
Masuda has an extensive history working with Pokémon soundtracks and location songs, and the notable soundtracks he has affiliated himself with are listed below.
- Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Music Super Complete
- Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Music Super Complete
- Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Music Super Complete
- Pokémon HeartGold and Soul Silver Music Super Complete
- Pokémon Black and White Super Music Collection
Pokémon Movies[]
Masuda has created many movies including:
- Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai
- Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea
- Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages
- Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel
- Pokémon the Movie: Kyurem vs. the Sword of Justice
- Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior
- Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction
- Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys
- Pokémon: Jirachi—Wish Maker
- Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew
- Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened
- Pokémon the Movie: White - Victini and Zekrom
- Pokémon the Movie: Black-Victini and Reshiram
- Pikachu and the Pokémon Music Squad
- Pokémon Detective Pikachu
Pokémon Games[]
Masuda has directed many games including:
- Pokémon Gold and Silver
- Pokémon Crystal
- Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
- Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen
- Pokémon Emerald
- Pokémon Diamond and Pearl
- Pokémon Platinum
- Pokémon Black and White
- Pokémon Rumble Blast
- Pokémon Black 2 and White 2
- Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee!
- Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl