Naomi Kusumi
Voice ActorNaomi Kusumi is a Japanese voice actor who appeared in David Production's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime as Mansaku Nijimura and the Phantom Blood-era villain Jack the Ripper.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Role
Kusumi voiced two roles across David Production's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime: the minor villain Jack the Ripper in the original Phantom Blood arc, and Mansaku Nijimura, the absent father of brothers Keicho and Okuyasu, in the Diamond Is Unbreakable arc. Both parts draw on his typecasting for gruff, heavyset character voices.
Career and Notable Roles
Kusumi got his start at the Seinenza Theater Company before moving to Mausu Promotion, where he built a career specializing in overweight and middle-aged character roles. He is best known for taking over the Japanese dub of Scooby-Doo after original voice actor Kazuo Kumakura's death in 2015, first appearing in the part in The Great Adventure of Scooby.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naomi Kusumi's background?
Naomi Kusumi got his start at the Seinenza Theater Company before moving to Mausu Promotion, where he built a career specializing in overweight and middle-aged character roles.
What is Naomi Kusumi known for?
Kusumi is best known for taking over the Japanese dub of Scooby-Doo after original voice actor Kazuo Kumakura's death in 2015, first appearing in the part in The Great Adventure of Scooby.
Who does Naomi Kusumi voice in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure?
Kusumi voiced two roles across David Production's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime: the minor villain Jack the Ripper in the original Phantom Blood arc, and Mansaku Nijimura, the absent father of brothers Keicho and Okuyasu, in the Diamond Is Unbreakable arc.
When was Naomi Kusumi born?
Naomi Kusumi was born in 1954 and has been active as a voice actor since 1978.
Who is Naomi Kusumi?
Naomi Kusumi is a Japanese voice actor known for typecasting in gruff, heavyset character roles, including Jack the Ripper and Mansaku Nijimura in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime series, manga, and official materials. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure was created by Hirohiko Araki, published by Shueisha, and animated by David Production. All rights to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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