Kenjiro Tsuda
Voice ActorKenjiro Tsuda took over the role of Maes Hughes in the Fullmetal Alchemist Mobile game after the character's original Japanese voice actor passed away.
Fullmetal Alchemist Role
When Square Enix's Fullmetal Alchemist Mobile launched in 2022, Tsuda stepped into the role of Maes Hughes, succeeding Keiji Fujiwara, who had originated the character in both TV anime adaptations before his death in 2020. Picking up a beloved, already-established character carried real weight with fans, and Tsuda's casting let the franchise continue honoring Hughes in new game content.
Career and Notable Roles
Tsuda has built a wide-ranging career as both a performer and, more recently, a film director, and he is represented by the talent agency ANDSTIR. His deep, controlled voice has made him a popular choice for composed, authoritative characters across anime, video games, and drama CDs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenjiro Tsuda best known for?
In the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise, Tsuda is known for voicing Maes Hughes in the 2022 mobile game Fullmetal Alchemist Mobile, taking over the character from original voice actor Keiji Fujiwara after Fujiwara's death in 2020. Picking up an already-beloved character carried real weight with fans of the franchise.
What characters has Kenjiro Tsuda voiced?
Tsuda's deep, controlled voice has made him a popular choice for composed, authoritative characters across anime, video games, and drama CDs. That range reflects his wide-ranging career as a performer beyond any single franchise.
Is Kenjiro Tsuda a director as well as an actor?
Yes, Tsuda has built a career as both a performer and, more recently, a film director.
What talent agency represents Kenjiro Tsuda?
Kenjiro Tsuda is represented by the talent agency ANDSTIR.
When did Kenjiro Tsuda start his career?
Kenjiro Tsuda was born in 1971 and has been active in the industry since 1995, giving him roughly three decades of experience as a Japanese voice actor. He entered the field in his mid-twenties, and that long, steady tenure is the foundation of the wide-ranging career he is known for today.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Fullmetal Alchemist anime series, manga, and official materials. Fullmetal Alchemist was created by Hiromu Arakawa, published by Square Enix, and animated by Bones. All rights to Fullmetal Alchemist and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Animated byBones
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