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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Ishida Akira (same as stage name) |
| Date of Birth | November 2, 1967 |
| Birthplace | Nishin City, Aichi Prefecture (Akanechi area) |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Type O |
| Height | 163 cm |
| Agency | Pierres Gerbera |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1990 |
Biography
Renowned for his unique deep voice, Ishida Akira is known as the leading voice actor for 'cool and intelligent villains and enigmatic characters' such as Asuka Langley Soryu (Neon Genesis Evangelion) and Kira Yamato (Gundam SEED).
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
Born in Aichi Prefecture, he started his acting career in Nagoya before moving to Tokyo in 1990 to debut as a voice actor.
Personality
Famously known for being very taciturn and keeping his personal life private and mysterious.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 12 of 1423).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twilight Lovers | Kagezono Asuma | Lead | 2026 |
| Mr. Iwamoto's Recommendation | Tachibana Shoukyou | Lead | 2026 |
| Gintama: The Great Fire of Yoshiwara | Katsura Katsurou | Lead | 2026 |
| Dark Auction | Hell | Lead | 2026 |
| Fate/Grand Order | Hana Sakou | Main | 2026 |
| Persona 5: The Phantom Strikers | Yuki Ryu | Main | 2026 |
| Teacher Gintama | Katsura Katsurou | Lead | 2025 |
| Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Mugen Train Chapter 1: Rengoku Returns | Enmu / Kuzan | Lead | 2025 |
| Nyandere | Tama | Lead | 2025 |
| Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Hinokami Chronicles 2 | Enmu | Lead | 2025 |
| Takahiro Aono's Inference Chart | Ashihara Yuta | Main | 2025 |
| Only I Level Up - Arise from the Shadow | Ant King, Bell | Main | 2025 |
Awards
- Voice Actor Awards Supporting Actor Award (multiple times)
