Shin'ichirō Miki
Voice ActorShin'ichirō Miki is a Tokyo-born Japanese voice actor and member of 81 Produce, recognized for his smooth, calm delivery. He voices Kisuke Urahara in Bleach, produced by Studio Pierrot.
Bleach Role
Miki voices Kisuke Urahara, the eccentric shopkeeper and former captain of the 12th Division whose scheming exterior hides genuine concern for Ichigo Kurosaki's growth. His trademark smooth, unhurried delivery suits Urahara's habit of masking serious plans behind a playful, fan-waving façade, and he reprises the part across the character's later anime-continuity and expanded-universe appearances.
Career and Notable Roles
Beyond Bleach, Miki is often typecast as a suave leading man, playing Youji Kudou in Weiß Kreuz and Kojirō, known in English as James, throughout the Pokémon franchise. His catalog also runs to racer Takumi Fujiwara in Initial D, Lockon Stratos in Mobile Suit Gundam 00, Tatsuma Sakamoto in Gintama, alchemist Roy Mustang in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, and the god Zamasu in Dragon Ball Super. He performs as a singer in the band Weiß alongside three other voice actors from Weiß Kreuz and won Best Actor in a supporting role at the 4th Seiyu Awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Shin'ichirō Miki voice in Bleach?
Miki voices Kisuke Urahara, the eccentric shopkeeper and former captain of the 12th Division, in the anime produced by Studio Pierrot. He reprises the part across the character's later anime-continuity and expanded-universe appearances.
Who is Kisuke Urahara in Bleach?
Kisuke Urahara is a former captain of the 12th Division whose scheming exterior hides genuine concern for Ichigo Kurosaki's growth. Miki's smooth, unhurried delivery suits Urahara's habit of masking serious plans behind a playful, fan-waving facade.
What other anime has Shin'ichirō Miki been in?
Miki voices James, known in Japanese as Kojirō, throughout the Pokémon franchise, plus Takumi Fujiwara in Initial D, Tatsuma Sakamoto in Gintama, and Roy Mustang in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. He also voices the god Zamasu in Dragon Ball Super.
What agency is Shin'ichirō Miki affiliated with?
Miki is a member of 81 Produce. Born in Tokyo in 1968, he has been active as a voice actor since 1989.
Does Shin'ichirō Miki sing?
Yes, Miki performs as a singer in the band Weiß alongside three other voice actors from Weiß Kreuz. He also won Best Actor in a supporting role at the 4th Seiyu Awards.
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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