Atsuko Tanaka
Voice ActorAtsuko Tanaka was a Japanese voice actress and narrator whose long career included voicing the Akatsuki kunoichi Konan in the Naruto anime by Studio Pierrot. She passed away in 2024.
Naruto Role
Tanaka voiced Konan, the calm, blue-haired kunoichi of the Akatsuki and the only woman among its core members. A native of the war-torn Hidden Rain Village and a devoted partner to Nagato, Konan fights with sheets of paper that she can shape into weapons and wings.
Career and Notable Roles
Tanaka was one of Japan's most respected voice actresses, active from 1980 until her death in 2024. She is best remembered as Motoko Kusanagi across the Ghost in the Shell franchise, and she also voiced Lisa Lisa in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Caster in Fate/stay night, Chun-Li in Street Fighter III, and the lead in the Bayonetta games. She died in August 2024 at the age of 61.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Atsuko Tanaka?
Atsuko Tanaka died in August 2024 at the age of 61. She was represented by the talent agency Mausu Promotion throughout her career.
Who did Atsuko Tanaka voice?
In Naruto, Tanaka voiced Konan, the only woman among the Akatsuki's core members. Outside the franchise she is best remembered as Motoko Kusanagi across the Ghost in the Shell franchise, and she also played Lisa Lisa in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and Chun-Li in Street Fighter III.
What is Konan's role in the Akatsuki?
Konan is a calm, blue-haired kunoichi from the war-torn Hidden Rain Village and the devoted partner of Nagato. She fights by shaping sheets of paper into weapons and wings.
What other roles is Atsuko Tanaka known for?
Tanaka also voiced Caster in the Fate/stay night franchise and starred as the title character across the Bayonetta video games. These roles made her one of Japan's most respected voice actresses.
When did Atsuko Tanaka start her voice acting career?
Tanaka was born in 1962 and began her voice acting career in 1980, working in the industry for 44 years until her death in 2024.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Naruto anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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