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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 24, 1955 |
| Birthplace | Aichi Prefecture |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Type O |
| Height | 170 cm |
| Agency | 81 Productions |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1978 |
Biography
Born in Aichi Prefecture, he is a voice actor and actor known for his deep voice and solid acting skills, often playing roles of middle-aged to elderly men or characters with a strong presence. Notable roles include Battler in Hunter x Hunter and Ian Vashti in Mobile Suit Gundam 00. He is also well-known for voicing Arthur Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. He passed away on May 17, 2024.
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
After honing his acting skills on stage, he transitioned to voice acting. He is affiliated with 81 Productions and has been active in anime, foreign film dubs, and narration. As a veteran, he has long served as a role model for aspiring voice actors.
Personality
Known for his warm, deep voice and stability. He is a professional who can effortlessly portray roles ranging from authoritative fathers to villains.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 12 of 739).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans -Wolves Hunt -The Trace of a Small Challenger | Dexter, Sinister | Main | 2025 |
| Dragon Ball DAIMA | Tamagami Number Two | Main | 2024 |
| Tiny Toon Adventures | Dub: Michigan J. Frog (First Generation) | Main | 2024 |
| Bugs Bunny Builders | Dub: Wile E. Coyote (First Generation) | Main | 2023 |
| Gunpla Battle Royale | Shigeo Shijibu | Main | 2022 |
| G Reconguista III -Legacy from the Cosmos | Miraji Barabaro | Main | 2022 |
| Fullmetal Alchemist MOBILE | Barry the Chopper / Number 66 | Main | 2022 |
| Super Robot Wars DD | Electro | Main | 2022 |
| Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans G | Dexter, Sinister | Main | 2022 |
| Looney Tunes Cartoons | Dub: Narrator (First Generation), Beaky Buzzard (First Generation), Pete Puma (First Generation), Goon (First Generation) | Lead | 2021 |
| Uma Musume Pretty Derby Season 2 | Gramps | Main | 2021 |
| Doraemon (TV Asahi Version, Season 2) | Client | Main | 2021 |
