Hideo Ishikawa
Voice ActorHideo Ishikawa, a longtime Japanese voice actor and narrator, plays Gakuho Asano, the ruthless principal of Kunugigaoka Junior High School, in Assassination Classroom.
Assassination Classroom Role
Ishikawa voices Gakuho Asano, the calculating principal whose competitive ranking system defines Kunugigaoka Junior High and drives much of the series' conflict outside the classroom. The role calls on the gravitas Ishikawa typically brings to authority figures and antagonists, casting Asano as a controlled, intimidating presence opposite Korosensei.
Career and Notable Roles
Affiliated with Aoni Production and active since 1993, Ishikawa is one of the more recognizable veteran voices in anime and games, known for Jūshirō Ukitake in Bleach, Itachi Uchiha in Naruto, Squall Leonhart across the Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts series, and Auron in Final Fantasy X.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Hideo Ishikawa voice?
Ishikawa is one of the more recognizable veteran voices in anime and games, known for Jūshirō Ukitake in Bleach, Itachi Uchiha in Naruto, and Squall Leonhart across the Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts series. He has been active in the industry since 1993.
Who does Hideo Ishikawa voice in Assassination Classroom?
Ishikawa voices Gakuho Asano, the calculating principal whose competitive ranking system defines Kunugigaoka Junior High and drives much of the series' conflict outside the classroom. The role calls on the gravitas he typically brings to authority figures and antagonists.
What other video game characters has Hideo Ishikawa voiced?
Ishikawa also voices Auron in Final Fantasy X. The role adds to his roster of Final Fantasy characters alongside Squall Leonhart.
What talent agency represents Hideo Ishikawa?
Ishikawa is affiliated with the talent agency Aoni Production, which represents him for his anime and video game work. The agency has backed his career across three decades in the industry.
When did Hideo Ishikawa start voice acting?
Ishikawa, born in 1969, has worked in the anime and video game industry since 1993. That more-than-thirty-year career includes his role as principal Gakuho Asano in Assassination Classroom.
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