Issei Futamata
Voice ActorIssei Futamata is a Japanese voice actor and narrator with an anime resume stretching back to the 1970s, and he lent his voice to the Death Note anime produced by Madhouse.
Death Note Role
Futamata is part of the voice cast connected to Madhouse's Death Note anime, contributing to a production filled with dozens of credited performers. The specific character he voiced is not documented in his commonly cited filmography, which is typical for actors whose careers include large numbers of guest and supporting parts. His presence on the cast list reflects his standing as a veteran of Japanese animation.
Career and Notable Roles
Futamata built his reputation voicing Skullomania across the Street Fighter EX games and later Fighting EX Layer, playing Yusaku Godai in Maison Ikkoku, taking the part of Chibi in Urusei Yatsura, portraying Kiyoshi Shusse in High School! Kimengumi, providing Kinkotsuman's voice in Kinnikuman, and voicing Saburou in Sazae-san. Active in the industry since the mid-1970s, he is married to fellow voice actress Tomoka Kiriyama.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Issei Futamata?
Issei Futamata is a Japanese voice actor and narrator with an anime resume stretching back to the 1970s. He lent his voice to the Death Note anime, produced by Madhouse.
What character did Issei Futamata voice in Death Note?
The specific character Futamata voiced in Death Note is not documented in his commonly cited filmography, which is typical for actors whose careers include large numbers of guest and supporting parts. His presence on the cast list reflects his standing as a veteran of Japanese animation.
What is Issei Futamata best known for?
Futamata built his reputation voicing Skullomania across the Street Fighter EX games and later Fighting EX Layer. He also played Yusaku Godai in Maison Ikkoku and Chibi in Urusei Yatsura.
What other anime roles has Issei Futamata played?
Futamata portrayed Kiyoshi Shusse in High School! Kimengumi, provided Kinkotsuman's voice in Kinnikuman, and voiced Saburou in Sazae-san.
Is Issei Futamata married to another voice actor?
Yes, Futamata is married to fellow voice actress Tomoka Kiriyama. He has been active in the industry since the mid-1970s.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Death Note anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byMadhouse
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