Shōya Chiba
Voice ActorVoice actor and singer Shōya Chiba, born in Japan in 1995, lends his voice to Blue Lock's cast in Studio Eight Bit's anime adaptation of the soccer manga.
Blue Lock Role
Chiba is part of the ensemble cast recorded for the Japanese version of Blue Lock, Studio Eight Bit's adaptation of Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura's soccer manga. The series follows a nationwide search for Japan's most ruthless striker, drawing on a large group of actors to fill out its many competing players. Chiba's casting sits alongside a generation of in-demand young seiyuu shaping the show's sound.
Career and Notable Roles
Chiba first drew wide attention voicing Shinei Nouzen in 86 and Kiyotaka Ayanokoji in Classroom of the Elite, then went on to play Kou Minamoto in Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun, Taiki Inomata in Blue Box, and Akihiko Nirei in Wind Breaker. Since debuting in 2004, he has become one of the more prominent young voices working across shonen and slice-of-life anime alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shoya Chiba?
Shoya Chiba is a Japanese voice actor and singer born in 1995. He first drew wide attention voicing Shinei Nouzen in 86 and Kiyotaka Ayanokoji in Classroom of the Elite.
What is Shoya Chiba's role in Blue Lock?
Chiba is part of the ensemble cast recorded for the Japanese version of Blue Lock, Studio Eight Bit's adaptation of the soccer manga. His casting sits alongside a generation of in-demand young seiyuu shaping the show's sound.
What other anime has Shoya Chiba been in besides Blue Lock?
Chiba played Kou Minamoto in Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun and Taiki Inomata in Blue Box. He also voiced Akihiko Nirei in Wind Breaker.
When did Shoya Chiba start voice acting?
Chiba has been active since debuting in 2004. He has since become one of the more prominent young voices working across shonen and slice-of-life anime alike.
Is Shoya Chiba also a singer?
Yes, Chiba works as a voice actor and singer in Japan. He was born in 1995 and lends his voice to the Blue Lock cast in Studio Eight Bit's anime adaptation.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Blue Lock anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byMuneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura
- Published byKodansha
- Animated by8bit
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