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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Furukawa Toshio (本名同じ) |
| Date of Birth | July 16, 1946 |
| Birthplace | Tochigi Prefecture, Tochigi City (formerly Lower Tsukuba District, Ohira Town) |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Type B |
| Height | 164 cm |
| Agency | Aoni Production |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1970 |
Biography
"Urusei Yatsura"'s Ataru Sohma role made him a legend, and he's also famous for his role as Piccolo in "Dragon Ball Z". He excels in a wide range of roles, from comedy to drama, making him a rare master of the craft.
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
Born in Tochigi Prefecture, he started his career after passing through a theater troupe in 1968.
Personality
Bright and comical. His charm lies in the ease that comes from years of experience.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 12 of 598).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Ball DAIMA | Piccolo | Main | 2025 |
| Endless Scarlet | Host of the Inn | Main | 2025 |
| Pasteru! Koinu | Branch Chief, Narration, Mysterious Dog, Master of Ceremonies Dog | Lead | 2024 |
| Kinnikuman Perfect Superhuman Origin Chapter | Committee Chairman | Main | 2024 |
| UZUMAKI: Animated TV Series | Gojuo Tajio | Main | 2024 |
| Dragon Quest X Future's Door and the Sleeping Maiden Online | Nabrettetou Chief | Main | 2024 |
| Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc | Tengutengu | Lead | 2023 |
| GeGeGe no Kitaro Birth of Ghost Taro | A Mysterious Boy / Rat | Lead | 2023 |
| PLUTO | Doctor Tezuka | Main | 2023 |
| ONE PIECE ODYSSEY | Portgas D. Ace | Main | 2023 |
| Mobile Suit Gundam Kukuru Douan's Island | Kai Shiden | Lead | 2022 |
| Dragon Ball Super Super Hero | Piccolo | Lead | 2022 |
Awards
- 1st Voice Actor Award Achievement Award (2007)
