Rie Kugimiya
Voice ActorBorn on May 30, 1979, Rie Kugimiya works as a Japanese voice actress and recording artist, providing the Japanese-language voice for Karin Kurosaki and Nemu Kurotsuchi in Bleach, the Studio Pierrot anime series.
Bleach Role
In Bleach, Kugimiya voices Karin Kurosaki, Ichigo Kurosaki's younger sister, as well as Nemu Kurotsuchi, the artificial soul reaper created by the captain of the twelfth division. Both characters recur across the anime's run, with Karin appearing largely in human-world storylines and Nemu tied to the Soul Society's science division.
Career and Notable Roles
Beyond Bleach, Kugimiya built a reputation voicing feisty, short tempered heroines, earning the nickname "Queen of Tsundere" for parts such as Taiga Aisaka in Toradora!, Louise in The Familiar of Zero, and Shana in Shakugan no Shana. She has also voiced Alphonse Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist, Kagura in Gintama, and characters across major video game franchises including Yakuza and Persona, picking up multiple Seiyu Award wins over her career.
Frequently Asked Questions
What non-Bleach roles has Rie Kugimiya voiced?
Outside Bleach, Kugimiya is widely known for Taiga Aisaka in Toradora!, Louise in The Familiar of Zero, Alphonse Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist, and Kagura in Gintama.
What is Rie Kugimiya known for?
Kugimiya built a reputation voicing feisty, short-tempered heroines, earning the nickname "Queen of Tsundere" for roles such as Taiga Aisaka in Toradora! and Shana in Shakugan no Shana. She has also picked up multiple Seiyu Award wins over her career.
Who does Rie Kugimiya voice in Bleach?
Kugimiya voices Karin Kurosaki, Ichigo Kurosaki's younger sister who mostly appears in human-world storylines, as well as Nemu Kurotsuchi, the artificial soul reaper created by the captain of the twelfth division.
Has Rie Kugimiya voiced characters in video games?
Yes, Kugimiya has voiced characters across major video game franchises including Yakuza and Persona, in addition to her extensive anime work.
When did Rie Kugimiya start her voice acting career?
Kugimiya was born on May 30, 1979, and has been active in the industry since 1998, building one of the more recognizable careers in anime voice acting.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Bleach anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTite Kubo
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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