Isshin Chiba
Voice ActorIsshin Chiba is a Japanese voice actor and live-action film performer who, in the original Japanese dub of One Piece, provides the voice of the Fish-Man character Hammond.
One Piece Role
In the Japanese version of One Piece, Chiba voices Hammond, a Fish-Man character who appears within the anime's expansive cast of aquatic antagonists and allies. The role sits alongside his many other anime and game credits as one of numerous supporting parts he has taken on throughout a long voice acting career. Chiba's casting in One Piece reflects his frequent work lending his voice to action and fantasy franchises.
Career and Notable Roles
Born in 1968, Chiba has worked as a voice actor since 1990 and has also appeared on screen in dozens of films. He is most widely recognized for voicing Jin Kazama, the central character of the Tekken fighting game series, across its games and animated adaptations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Isshin Chiba?
Isshin Chiba is a Japanese voice actor and live-action film performer most widely recognized for voicing Jin Kazama in the Tekken fighting game series.
What video games has Isshin Chiba starred in?
Chiba is most widely recognized for voicing Jin Kazama across the Tekken fighting game series and its animated adaptations, a role that stands as the height of his voice acting career.
Who does Isshin Chiba voice in One Piece?
In the Japanese version of One Piece, Chiba voices Hammond, a Fish-Man character who appears among the anime's cast of aquatic antagonists and allies.
Did Isshin Chiba appear in live-action films?
Yes, alongside his voice work, Chiba appeared on-screen in dozens of films throughout his career.
When was Isshin Chiba born and when did he begin his career?
Isshin Chiba was born in 1968 and has worked as a voice actor since 1990.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byEiichiro Oda
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byToei Animation
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