Kenji Hamada
Voice ActorFukuoka-born Kenji Hamada voices Vato Falman, one of Colonel Roy Mustang's loyal subordinates, in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
Fullmetal Alchemist Role
Hamada took over the role of Warrant Officer Vato Falman for the 2009 Brotherhood adaptation, portraying the bespectacled soldier known for his encyclopedic memory within Mustang's team. He also contributed a smaller role as the real body Barry the Chopper reclaims late in the series, adding to his footprint across the show's cast.
Career and Notable Roles
Represented by Mausu Promotion, Hamada has worked steadily in anime since the late 1990s and occasionally credits adult-oriented roles under the alias Ken Akiresu. His filmography favors supporting military and authority figures similar to Falman, reflecting the steady, dependable register that has become his trademark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenji Hamada known for?
Kenji Hamada is known for voicing Warrant Officer Vato Falman in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, the bespectacled soldier on Colonel Roy Mustang's team known for his encyclopedic memory. He took over the role for the 2009 adaptation.
Who is Kenji Hamada?
Kenji Hamada is a Fukuoka-born Japanese voice actor represented by Mausu Promotion. He is best known to Fullmetal Alchemist fans for voicing Vato Falman, Colonel Roy Mustang's sharp-memoried aide, in Brotherhood.
Does Kenji Hamada voice any other characters in Fullmetal Alchemist besides Falman?
Yes, Hamada also voiced the real body that Barry the Chopper reclaims late in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, adding a second, smaller role to his footprint on the series.
What other roles has Kenji Hamada played?
Hamada occasionally credits adult-oriented roles under the alias Ken Akiresu. His filmography otherwise favors supporting military and authority figures similar to Falman, reflecting the steady, dependable register that has become his trademark.
When did Kenji Hamada start his voice acting career?
Kenji Hamada was born in Fukuoka in 1972 and has worked steadily in anime since 1998, which places the start of his career in the late 1990s. By the time he took on Vato Falman for the 2009 Brotherhood adaptation, he had already built more than a decade of experience in the industry.
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