Kappei Yamaguchi
Voice ActorKappei Yamaguchi is a veteran Japanese voice actor, best known as the voice of Ranma Saotome, Inuyasha, and Usopp, who lends his voice to Kechizu in Jujutsu Kaisen.
Jujutsu Kaisen Role
Yamaguchi provides the Japanese voice of Kechizu in Jujutsu Kaisen, adding a credit to one of anime's longest and most decorated voice acting careers. The role sits within an industry résumé built since the mid-1980s.
Career and Notable Roles
Yamaguchi debuted in 1989 as the male voice of Ranma Saotome in Ranma ½ and built a career defined by leading roles, later originating the title character in Inuyasha and reprising him in the sequel Yashahime, as well as playing L in Death Note. He now voices Shinichi Kudo and Kaito Kid in the Case Closed franchise and Usopp in One Piece. A trained rakugo performer, he is affiliated with the Gokū talent agency, and both of his children have also become voice actors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do L and Usopp have the same voice actor?
Yes, Kappei Yamaguchi voices both L in Death Note and Usopp in One Piece. He also currently voices Shinichi Kudo and Kaito Kid in the Case Closed franchise.
Who does Kappei Yamaguchi voice?
Kappei Yamaguchi debuted in 1989 as the male voice of Ranma Saotome in Ranma ½. He also originated the title character in Inuyasha and later reprised the role in its sequel, Yashahime.
What are some interesting facts about Kappei Yamaguchi?
Kappei Yamaguchi is a trained rakugo performer and is represented by the Gokū talent agency. Both of his children have also gone on to become voice actors.
Who does Kappei Yamaguchi voice in Jujutsu Kaisen?
Kappei Yamaguchi provides the Japanese voice of Kechizu in Jujutsu Kaisen. The role adds to one of anime's longest and most decorated voice acting careers, built since the mid-1980s.
How long has Kappei Yamaguchi been a voice actor?
Kappei Yamaguchi has worked in the industry since 1985 and was born in 1965. His decades-long résumé spans leading roles from Ranma ½ to the ongoing Case Closed franchise.
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Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the Jujutsu Kaisen anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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 MAPPA and Toho.
- Game pages: official box art for Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash, credited to Bandai Namco.
- Manga chapter pages: Jump Comics volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Gege Akutami.
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