Houchuu Ootsuka
Voice ActorHouchuu Ootsuka hails from Aba, now part of Tsuyama in Okayama Prefecture, and has worked as a Japanese voice actor since 1980. Born in 1954, he voices Sakonji Urokodaki in Demon Slayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Hōchū Ōtsuka voice in Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Ōtsuka voiced Shiro Tokita in Neon Genesis Evangelion episode 7, playing the Japan Heavy Chemical Industry representative overseeing the rival nuclear-powered robot Jet Alone. Tokita ultimately defies orders to hand over the shutdown password after witnessing Misato risk her life to stop the machine's meltdown, and the character does not reappear after the episode.
What anime characters is Hōchū Ōtsuka known for voicing?
Ōtsuka has voiced Jiraiya in Naruto and Sakonji Urokodaki in Demon Slayer. Both are among the most recognizable roles in his long career as a character actor.
What other anime has Hōchū Ōtsuka appeared in?
Ōtsuka has voiced Mont Blanc Noland in One Piece and Akira Sendo in Slam Dunk. His filmography spans decades of Japanese anime across many different franchises.
Does Hōchū Ōtsuka dub any Hollywood actors?
Ōtsuka is a regular Japanese dubbing voice for Hollywood actors including Jean-Claude Van Damme and Donnie Yen. That dubbing work runs alongside his original anime voice roles.
What talent agency is Hōchū Ōtsuka affiliated with?
Ōtsuka is affiliated with the talent agency Crazy Box. He has been active as a voice actor since 1976, making him one of Japan's most prolific character actors.
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