Showtaro Morikubo
Voice ActorA Japanese voice actor and singer active since the mid-1990s, Showtaro Morikubo lends his voice to Akira Otoishi in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, the David Production anime adaptation of the Diamond Is Unbreakable arc.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Role
Morikubo provides the Japanese voice of Akira Otoishi, the Stand user known as Red Hot Chili Pepper, during the Diamond Is Unbreakable portion of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. The character appears as an antagonist within David Production's anime adaptation of Hirohiko Araki's manga.
Career and Notable Roles
Beyond JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Morikubo has built decades of anime and game work, including Shikamaru Nara in Naruto, the samurai Souji Okita across the Hakuouki titles, the hero X in Capcom's Mega Man X series, cyclist Yuusuke Makishima in Yowamushi Pedal, and Yosuke Hanamura in Persona 4. He also sings and was previously signed with the talent agencies I'm Enterprise, Sigma Seven, and VIMS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Showtaro Morikubo voice?
Morikubo provides the Japanese voice of Akira Otoishi, the Stand user known as Red Hot Chili Pepper, during the Diamond Is Unbreakable portion of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. The character appears as an antagonist in David Production's anime adaptation.
What is Showtaro Morikubo known for?
Morikubo is well known for voicing Shikamaru Nara across the Naruto franchise and Yosuke Hanamura in Persona 4. He has worked in anime and games since 1996.
What other anime has Showtaro Morikubo been in?
Morikubo voices the samurai Souji Okita across the Hakuouki titles, cyclist Yuusuke Makishima in Yowamushi Pedal, and the hero X in Capcom's Mega Man X series.
Who is Showtaro Morikubo?
Showtaro Morikubo is a Japanese voice actor and singer who has been active since 1996. He was born in 1974.
What talent agencies has Showtaro Morikubo been signed to?
Morikubo was previously signed with the talent agencies I'm Enterprise, Sigma Seven, and VIMS. He also pursues a singing career alongside his voice acting work.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters 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.
Rights holders
- Created byHirohiko Araki
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byDavid Production
All rights belong to their respective owners.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Headquarters, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical posters and key visuals, credited to David Production and Shueisha.
- Game pages: official box art, credited to the game's respective publishers.
- Manga chapter pages: volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Hirohiko Araki.
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