Shimba Tsuchiya
Voice ActorShimba Tsuchiya is a Japanese actor primarily known for live-action roles, who also lent his voice to Balgo Parks in the Bleach anime produced by Studio Pierrot.
Bleach Role
Tsuchiya provided the Japanese voice of Balgo Parks in Bleach, a rare voice acting credit for a performer more commonly seen on screen in live-action television and film.
Career and Notable Roles
On screen, Tsuchiya has built his name playing Tsutomu Goshiki in the live-action Haikyū!! series, along with Tatara Fujita from Welcome to the Ballroom, and he appeared as Toshio Saeki in The Grudge 3, a 2009 horror sequel. His family includes two older sisters: the actress Tao Tsuchiya and a sister named Honoka who works as a model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Shimba Tsuchiya voice in Bleach?
Tsuchiya provided the Japanese voice of Balgo Parks in Bleach, a rare voice acting credit for a performer more commonly seen on screen in live-action television and film. The anime was produced by Studio Pierrot.
What live-action roles is Shimba Tsuchiya known for?
Tsuchiya has built his name playing Tsutomu Goshiki in the live-action Haikyū!! series and Tatara Fujita in Welcome to the Ballroom. He has been active as an actor since 2005.
Has Shimba Tsuchiya been in any horror movies?
Yes, Tsuchiya appeared as Toshio Saeki in The Grudge 3, a 2009 horror sequel. This sits alongside his other live-action credits in Haikyū!! and Welcome to the Ballroom.
Is Shimba Tsuchiya related to Tao Tsuchiya?
Yes, actress Tao Tsuchiya is one of Shimba Tsuchiya's two older sisters. His other sister, Honoka, works as a model.
When did Shimba Tsuchiya start acting?
Tsuchiya has been active since 2005. He was born in 1996 and is a Japanese actor primarily known for live-action roles.
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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