Ryō Hirohashi
Voice ActorRyō Hirohashi, born in 1977, works as a Japanese voice actress under contract with Aoni Production and gives voice to Minoru Mineta, the grape-themed Class 1-A student nicknamed Grape Juice, in the original Japanese version of My Hero Academia.
My Hero Academia Role
Hirohashi voices Minoru Mineta, the short, grape-haired Class 1-A student whose Pop Off quirk lets him fire sticky purple balls from his scalp. The role leans into comic relief, playing up Mineta's cowardly, boundary-pushing humor for laughs even as the character occasionally proves his worth in battle. It stands as one of the more visible ongoing parts on her resume.
Career and Notable Roles
Outside My Hero Academia, Hirohashi is recognized worldwide for playing Miles "Tails" Prower across the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, a role that has made her one of the more internationally familiar voices to come out of the Aoni Production roster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Ryō Hirohashi voice in My Hero Academia?
Ryō Hirohashi voices Minoru Mineta, the short, grape-haired Class 1-A student nicknamed Grape Juice.
What is Minoru Mineta's Quirk?
Minoru Mineta's Pop Off Quirk lets him fire sticky purple balls from his scalp, a power Ryō Hirohashi voices for comic relief in the series.
What is Ryō Hirohashi best known for internationally?
Ryō Hirohashi is recognized worldwide for playing Miles "Tails" Prower across the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
What agency represents Ryō Hirohashi?
Ryō Hirohashi, born in 1977, works under contract with Aoni Production.
When did Ryō Hirohashi start her voice acting career?
Ryō Hirohashi has been active as a voice actress since 2002.
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