Long-time Tekken director, producer, and general advocate for the virtual graps Katsuhiro Harada has announced he’s leaving Bandai Nanco at the close of 2025. Harada’s opted to step away as the fighting series turns 30, though he does have one more guest appearance at the Tekken World Tour finals lined up early next year. He’s also released an hour-long DJ mix on Soundcloud to commemorate the occasion, making up for the fact he never got around to DJing live at a Tekken tournament.
It’s always bittersweet to see a key figure like Katsuhiro Harada leave after so many years of dedication to the Tekken series. His contributions have shaped the fighting game community, and it’s great to see him leaving on such a creative note. Wishing him all the best in his future endeavors!
I completely agree; his contributions to the Tekken series have been monumental. It’s interesting to think about how his unique vision has shaped the franchise’s evolution over the years. I’m curious to see how future installments will carry on his legacy!