Kenji Hamada
Voice ActorKenji Hamada is a Japanese voice actor with Mausu Promotion who voiced Shibi Aburame in the Naruto anime produced by Studio Pierrot.
Naruto Role
In Naruto, Hamada voiced Shibi Aburame, the calm and reserved head of the Aburame clan and father of Team 8's Shino. Like the rest of his clan, Shibi fights using insects hosted inside his body, and he stands among the Konoha jonin during the war-era battles of Naruto Shippuden.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenji Hamada known for?
Kenji Hamada is known in the Naruto franchise for voicing Shibi Aburame, the calm and reserved head of the Aburame clan and father of Team 8's Shino. Like the rest of his clan, Shibi fights using insects hosted inside his body and appears among the Konoha jonin during the war-era battles of Naruto Shippuden.
Who is Kenji Hamada?
Kenji Hamada is a Japanese voice actor born in Fukuoka in 1972. He is known in the Naruto franchise for voicing Shibi Aburame, father of Team 8's Shino.
What agency represents Kenji Hamada?
Kenji Hamada is affiliated with the talent agency Mausu Promotion. He appears across television anime, video games, and dubbing.
Does Kenji Hamada work under any other name?
Yes, Hamada uses a separate stage name for adult titles, distinct from the credit he uses on mainstream anime and games. This dual-name practice is common among Japanese voice actors who cross between family-friendly and adult productions.
When did Kenji Hamada start his voice acting career?
Kenji Hamada has been active as a voice actor since 1998. His career in the industry now spans more than two decades.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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