Masaaki Tsukada
Voice ActorMasaaki Tsukada spent decades as a stage and voice actor in Japan before his death in 2014, best remembered in Bleach for voicing Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, the Studio Pierrot anime's elder commander of the Gotei 13.
Bleach Role
Tsukada voiced Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, the centuries-old captain-commander of the Gotei 13 and one of Soul Society's most powerful swordsmen, across the Bleach television anime. The role cast him as a gravely authoritative elder statesman presiding over the series' central military order, a fitting match for his deep, weathered vocal delivery. Yamamoto's commanding presence in council scenes and major battles gave Tsukada one of his more prominent late-career anime credits.
Career and Notable Roles
Tsukada spent over five decades performing on stage and screen for the talent agency Mausu Promotion before his death in early 2014 at age 75. He was married to fellow voice actress Masako Nozawa, famed as the longtime Japanese voice of Son Goku in Dragon Ball, and his own career stretched from the tail end of the 1950s through his final years, spanning both live-action acting and dubbing work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masaaki Tsukada known for?
Masaaki Tsukada is best remembered for voicing Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, the centuries-old captain-commander of the Gotei 13, across the Bleach television anime. The role cast him as a gravely authoritative elder presiding over Soul Society's central military order.
Where did Masaaki Tsukada work?
Tsukada was represented by the talent agency Mausu Promotion for over five decades of stage and screen work. His career spanned both live-action acting and dubbing work alongside his anime roles.
Who was Masaaki Tsukada married to?
Tsukada was married to fellow voice actress Masako Nozawa, famed as the longtime Japanese voice of Son Goku in Dragon Ball. The two were both prominent figures in Japan's voice acting industry.
When did Masaaki Tsukada die?
Masaaki Tsukada died in early 2014 at age 75. He was born in 1938 and had spent over five decades performing on stage and screen.
How long did Masaaki Tsukada's career span?
Tsukada's career stretched from the tail end of the 1950s through his final years in 2014. That decades-long run included his prominent late-career role as Yamamoto in Bleach.
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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