Tomomichi Nishimura
Voice ActorTomomichi Nishimura (1946-2025) was a veteran Japanese voice actor and narrator affiliated with Arts Vision who voiced Furudate in Jujutsu Kaisen.
Jujutsu Kaisen Role
Nishimura voiced the character Furudate in Jujutsu Kaisen, the MAPPA-produced anime based on Gege Akutami's manga, a role that came late in a seven-decade acting career defined by memorable narrator and mentor-figure parts. His seasoned, authoritative delivery suited the kind of grounded supporting characters the series' world of curses and sorcerers relies on.
Career and Notable Roles
Across a career beginning in 1975, Nishimura narrated YuYu Hakusho and voiced Onoki in Naruto, Anzai in Slam Dunk, and Jamitov Hymem in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, while also lending his voice to Akuma and M. Bison in the Street Fighter game series. He died on November 29, 2025, at age 79.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tomomichi Nishimura?
Tomomichi Nishimura was a veteran Japanese voice actor and narrator affiliated with Arts Vision. In Jujutsu Kaisen he voiced the character Furudate, a role that came late in his seven-decade acting career.
What are Tomomichi Nishimura's most iconic roles?
Nishimura narrated YuYu Hakusho and voiced Anzai in Slam Dunk and Jamitov Hymem in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam. Those roles came from a career defined by memorable narrator and mentor-figure parts.
Who voices Onoki in Naruto?
Tomomichi Nishimura voiced Onoki in Naruto. He also lent his voice to Akuma and M. Bison in the Street Fighter game series, alongside his role as Furudate in Jujutsu Kaisen.
When did Tomomichi Nishimura's career begin?
Nishimura began his acting career in 1975 as part of the Arts Vision agency roster. That career eventually led to his role as Furudate in the MAPPA-produced Jujutsu Kaisen anime.
When did Tomomichi Nishimura die?
Nishimura died on November 29, 2025, at age 79, capping a seven-decade acting career. He remained a working voice actor into his final years, including his part as Furudate in Jujutsu Kaisen.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Jujutsu Kaisen anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byGege Akutami
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byMAPPA
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