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Kumiko Nishihara

Voice Actor

Born Kumiko Watanabe, Nishihara works as a Japanese voice actress out of Chigasaki, Kanagawa, represented by the agency Aoni Production, and voices Ahho Zurako in One Piece.

Role: Voice Actor
Nationality: Japanese
Years Active: 1984-present
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One Piece Role

In the One Piece anime, Kumiko Nishihara provides the Japanese voice for Ahho Zurako, contributing to the series' large ensemble of character voices assembled over its long-running production.

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Career and Notable Roles

Nishihara has worked professionally since 1984 and is represented by Aoni Production, one of Japan's major voice acting agencies. Beyond her extensive voice-over credits, she is also known for stage acting and for playing Iris Chateaubriand in the Sakura Wars franchise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kumiko Nishihara?

Kumiko Nishihara, born Kumiko Watanabe in 1965, is a Japanese voice actress from Chigasaki, Kanagawa. She is represented by the agency Aoni Production.

Who does Kumiko Nishihara voice in One Piece?

Nishihara provides the Japanese voice for Ahho Zurako in the One Piece anime. The role is one part of her contribution to the series' large ensemble of character voices.

What other anime has Kumiko Nishihara been in?

Nishihara is known for playing Iris Chateaubriand in the Sakura Wars franchise. It stands alongside her extensive voice-over credits built since the 1980s.

When did Kumiko Nishihara start her career?

Nishihara has worked professionally since 1984, represented throughout by Aoni Production, one of Japan's major voice acting agencies. Her career spans decades of continuous work.

Does Kumiko Nishihara do more than voice acting?

Yes, beyond her voice-over work, Nishihara is also known for stage acting. This adds another dimension to a career built primarily around Japanese animation.

Sources & Information

This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.

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