Kazunari Ninomiya
Voice ActorKazunari Ninomiya, known by the nickname Nino, spent decades as a member of the idol group Arashi before voicing Korosensei in the live-action Assassination Classroom films.
Assassination Classroom Role
Ninomiya voiced Korosensei, the CGI-rendered assassination target at the center of the story, in the live-action Assassination Classroom films. Casting an Arashi member drew significant attention in Japan, and Ninomiya reprised the part for the sequel, Assassination Classroom: Graduation.
Career and Notable Roles
Ninomiya spent nearly three decades as a member of the idol group Arashi, one of Japan's most commercially successful acts, while building a parallel career as an actor, presenter, and radio host. He went independent from talent management in 2023 after Arashi's activities ended, continuing to work as a solo performer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kazunari Ninomiya famous for?
Kazunari Ninomiya, known by the nickname Nino, is best known for spending nearly three decades as a member of Arashi, one of Japan's most commercially successful idol groups. His casting as Korosensei in the live-action Assassination Classroom films drew significant attention in Japan precisely because of that idol background.
Who does Kazunari Ninomiya voice in Assassination Classroom?
Ninomiya voiced Korosensei, the CGI-rendered assassination target at the center of the story, in the live-action Assassination Classroom films. The role required him to bring the character to life as a fully computer-generated presence rather than performing on screen in costume.
Did Kazunari Ninomiya return for the Assassination Classroom sequel?
Yes, Ninomiya reprised his role as Korosensei for the sequel film, Assassination Classroom: Graduation. He voiced the character across both entries in the live-action series.
When did Kazunari Ninomiya go independent as a performer?
Ninomiya went independent from talent management in 2023, after Arashi's group activities ended. He has continued his career as a solo actor, presenter, and radio host in the years since.
Who is Kazunari Ninomiya?
Kazunari Ninomiya, nicknamed Nino, is a Japanese performer born in 1983 who has been active in entertainment since 1996. He is best known as a member of the idol group Arashi and later as the voice of Korosensei in the Assassination Classroom films.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Assassination Classroom anime series, manga, and official materials. Assassination Classroom was created by Yusei Matsui, published by Shueisha, and animated by Lerche. All rights to Assassination Classroom and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Animated byLerche
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