Hidenobu Kiuchi
Voice ActorHidenobu Kiuchi is a Japanese voice actor born in 1969 who lent his voice to Hol Horse in the anime adaptation of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Role
Kiuchi provided the Japanese voice for Hol Horse, the wandering gunslinger and Stand user who allies with, then repeatedly betrays, Jotaro Kujo's group during the Stardust Crusaders arc. Playing off Hol Horse's cocky, self-serving personality, Kiuchi brought a smooth, theatrical delivery honed from his background as a stage actor. The role remains one of his most recognized voice credits within the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime, produced by David Production.
Career and Notable Roles
Away from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Kiuchi has built a long career across anime: he played Ren Honjo in Nana, brought Shisui Uchiha to life in Naruto Shippuden, voiced the doomed contractor Hei in Darker than Black, portrayed Kenzo Tenma in Monster, gave voice to the father figure in Chi's Sweet Home, and took on Yushi Oshitari in The Prince of Tennis. His path into the industry started on stage, and a senior performer encouraged him to try voice acting; nearly two decades later, in 2008, he broke new ground as the first Japanese voice actor invited as a convention guest in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Hidenobu Kiuchi voice in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure?
Kiuchi provides the Japanese voice for Hol Horse, the wandering gunslinger and Stand user who allies with, then repeatedly betrays, Jotaro Kujo's group during the Stardust Crusaders arc. He brought a smooth, theatrical delivery to the role, honed from his background as a stage actor.
What other anime has Hidenobu Kiuchi been in?
Kiuchi has voiced Shisui Uchiha in Naruto Shippuden, Hei in Darker than Black, and Kenzo Tenma in Monster. He also played Ren Honjo in Nana and the father figure in Chi's Sweet Home.
How did Hidenobu Kiuchi become a voice actor?
Kiuchi's path into the industry started on stage, where a senior performer encouraged him to try voice acting. He has worked in the field since 1996.
What is Hidenobu Kiuchi best known for?
In 2008, Kiuchi became the first Japanese voice actor invited as a convention guest in Australia, nearly two decades into his career. He is also known for playing Yushi Oshitari in The Prince of Tennis.
When was Hidenobu Kiuchi born?
Kiuchi was born in 1969 in Japan. He has voiced characters across major franchises including JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, where he plays Hol Horse in the Stardust Crusaders arc.
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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