Natsuki Hanae
Voice ActorNatsuki Hanae is a Japanese voice actor best known internationally as Tanjiro Kamado in Demon Slayer, and in Dandadan he voices lead character Okarun.
Dandadan Role
Hanae plays Okarun, Dandadan's male lead, an occult-obsessed teenager whose dare with classmate Momo Ayase spirals into real encounters with ghosts and aliens. Carrying the anime's protagonist through its mix of horror, comedy, and romance, Hanae anchors much of the show's tonal balancing act between slapstick and genuine dread. It ranks among his highest-profile leading roles alongside his work on Demon Slayer.
Career and Notable Roles
Hanae has been part of Across Entertainment's roster since his 2011 debut, and international audiences know him best as the voice of Tanjiro Kamado in the Demon Slayer franchise. He has also lent his voice to Tokyo Ghoul's Ken Kaneki, Your Lie in April's Kosei Arima, and Haikyu!!'s Korai Hoshiumi, along with lead parts in Food Wars, Ace of Diamond, and Witch Hat Atelier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Natsuki Hanae voice Tanjiro?
Yes, Natsuki Hanae voices Tanjiro Kamado in the Demon Slayer franchise, the role that made him best known to international audiences.
What roles has Natsuki Hanae voiced besides Tanjiro Kamado?
Beyond Tanjiro Kamado, Hanae voices Ken Kaneki in Tokyo Ghoul and Kosei Arima in Your Lie in April. He also plays Korai Hoshiumi in Haikyu!!, rounding out a list of major roles beyond his two best known parts.
Who does Natsuki Hanae voice in Dandadan?
Natsuki Hanae plays Okarun, Dandadan's male lead, an occult-obsessed teenager whose dare with classmate Momo Ayase spirals into real encounters with ghosts and aliens. It ranks among his highest-profile leading roles alongside Demon Slayer.
What talent agency represents Natsuki Hanae?
Natsuki Hanae has been part of Across Entertainment's roster since his 2011 debut as a voice actor.
What other anime has Natsuki Hanae been in?
Hanae has also taken lead parts in Food Wars, Ace of Diamond, and Witch Hat Atelier, rounding out a resume built on major starring roles.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Dandadan anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byYukinobu Tatsu
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byScience SARU
All rights belong to their respective owners.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Anime, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical key visuals, credited to Science SARU and the production committee.
- Game pages: official promotional artwork, credited to the licensed publishers.
- Manga chapter pages: Jump Comics volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Yukinobu Tatsu.
- Licensed imagery: Photographs of real people, including creators, voice actors and production staff, are used under licence from the rights holder or the applicable stock provider, or under the terms of a public licence permitting editorial use. Each such image is reproduced in its licensed form and remains the property of its owner.
- Exceptions: Limited exceptions to the practices described above may apply to individual entries. Where an exception applies, it is noted on the entry itself alongside the applicable attribution. Rights holders may contact us regarding any attribution and it will be reviewed promptly.
Official resources:
Help Us Keep This Wiki Accurate
Daddy Jim Anime maintains this encyclopedia. If you spot an error, a translation issue, or something that doesn't look right, let us know.
