Emi Shinohara
Voice ActorEmi Shinohara (1963 to 2024) was a voice actress from Japan's Fukushima Prefecture, remembered for playing Sailor Jupiter in the original Sailor Moon anime. She voiced Kushina Uzumaki, Naruto's mother, in Naruto: Shippuden, produced by Studio Pierrot.
Naruto Role
In Naruto: Shippuden, Shinohara gave voice to Kushina Uzumaki, the fiery red-haired kunoichi who is Naruto's mother and a former host of the Nine-Tailed Fox. Revealed largely through flashback in the Studio Pierrot production, her scenes carry the emotional weight of the bond between a mother and the son she never got to raise.
Career and Notable Roles
Across a career that began in the mid-1980s, Shinohara became a fixture of anime, most famously as Sailor Jupiter in the original 1990s Sailor Moon television series. She also voiced Kaho Mizuki in the Cardcaptor Sakura anime and its Clear Card follow-up, and was affiliated with the 81 Produce agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Emi Shinohara?
Emi Shinohara died in September 2024 at the age of 61. She had worked as a Japanese voice actress since the mid-1980s, coming from Fukushima Prefecture.
What is Emi Shinohara's most famous role?
Shinohara is most famous for playing Sailor Jupiter in the original 1990s Sailor Moon television series. That role made her one of the defining voices of the classic Sailor Moon cast.
Who voices Kushina Uzumaki?
Emi Shinohara voiced Kushina Uzumaki, Naruto's mother, in Naruto: Shippuden, produced by Studio Pierrot. The role is revealed largely through flashback and carries the emotional weight of the bond between Kushina and the son she never got to raise.
What is Emi Shinohara known for?
Beyond Sailor Jupiter, Shinohara was known for voicing Kaho Mizuki in Cardcaptor Sakura and its Clear Card sequel. She was affiliated with the 81 Produce talent agency for most of her career.
Who was Emi Shinohara married to?
Shinohara was married to Hiroshi Watari, a tokusatsu actor known for starring in Space Sheriff Sharivan. She passed away in September 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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