Kumi Sakuma
Voice ActorKumi Sakuma is a Japanese voice actress whose Bleach credits include Momo Hinamori and the Arrancar Emilou Apacci.
Bleach Role
Sakuma voices Momo Hinamori, the Fifth Division lieutenant whose fractured loyalty to her captain Sōsuke Aizen drives some of the series' earliest emotional turns, carrying the role from Hinamori's early friendship with Hitsugaya through her breakdown after Aizen's betrayal. She also plays Emilou Apacci, one of the three Fracción serving Espada Tier Harribel, giving the hot-tempered fighter a sharper edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Kumi Sakuma voice in Bleach?
Kumi Sakuma voices Momo Hinamori, the Fifth Division lieutenant, throughout Bleach's run. She also plays the Arrancar Emilou Apacci, giving her a second major role in the series.
What is Momo Hinamori's story arc in Bleach?
Sakuma carries Hinamori from her early friendship with Captain Hitsugaya through her breakdown after discovering the betrayal of her own captain, Sōsuke Aizen. It stands as one of the series' earliest major emotional turns.
Who is Emilou Apacci in Bleach?
Emilou Apacci is one of the three Fracción serving under Espada Tier Harribel, and Sakuma gives the hot-tempered fighter a sharper edge. It's her second Bleach role alongside Momo Hinamori.
What talent agencies has Kumi Sakuma worked with?
Sakuma began her career with the talent agency Arts Vision before later moving to Amuleto. Under these agencies she built a body of work across television anime and games alongside her Bleach roles.
When was Kumi Sakuma born?
Kumi Sakuma was born in 1976 in Japan. She has built a career spanning television anime and video game roles in addition to her Bleach work.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Bleach anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTite Kubo
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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