Kenji Akabane
Voice ActorKenji Akabane, a Japanese voice actor born in 1984, broke out playing Kouji Kabuto in the Shin Mazinger anime and later voiced Dragon Shiryu in the 2014 Saint Seiya film Legend of Sanctuary; in Chainsaw Man he plays Nomo.
Chainsaw Man Role
Kenji Akabane voices Nomo in the Japanese-language cast of Chainsaw Man, the MAPPA anime adapted from Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga. The part adds to a resume built on strong leading and supporting performances in action-oriented anime. Akabane's casting reflects the show's use of established genre voice talent alongside its younger leads.
Career and Notable Roles
Akabane made his name playing Kouji Kabuto, his first starring role, in the Shin Mazinger anime, then went on to voice the Producer character in the Idolmaster franchise. In 2014 he voiced Dragon Shiryu in the Saint Seiya film Legend of Sanctuary, a part he has described as feeling cool and serious. He has worked steadily as a voice actor since 2008.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Kenji Akabane voice in Chainsaw Man?
Kenji Akabane voices Nomo in the Japanese language cast of Chainsaw Man, the MAPPA anime adapted from Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga. The part adds to a resume built on strong leading and supporting performances in action oriented anime.
What is Kenji Akabane best known for?
Kenji Akabane is best known for playing Kouji Kabuto, his first starring role, in the Shin Mazinger anime.
What other franchises has Kenji Akabane worked on?
Kenji Akabane has voiced the Producer character in the Idolmaster franchise, alongside his roles in Chainsaw Man and Shin Mazinger.
Who is Kenji Akabane?
Kenji Akabane is a Japanese voice actor born in 1984. He has worked steadily in the industry since 2008.
What role does Kenji Akabane say felt cool and serious to voice?
Kenji Akabane voiced Dragon Shiryu in the 2014 Saint Seiya film Legend of Sanctuary, a part he has described as feeling cool and serious.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the Chainsaw Man anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Headquarters, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical posters and key visuals, credited to MAPPA and the Chainsaw Man Movie Project.
- Game pages: official promotional artwork, credited to the licensed publishers.
- Manga chapter pages: Jump Comics volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Tatsuki Fujimoto.
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