Noriaki Sugiyama
Voice ActorNoriaki Sugiyama is a Japanese voice actor and narrator best known to Naruto fans as the voice of Sasuke Uchiha. He performed the role across the Studio Pierrot anime, from the early Team 7 rivalry through Sasuke's long arc as an avenger.
Naruto Role
Sugiyama voiced Sasuke Uchiha, one of the central figures of the series and Naruto's rival and teammate on Team 7. He carried the character through the survivor's quest for vengeance against his brother Itachi, his defection to Orochimaru, and his eventual reckoning with the Hidden Leaf. It stands among his defining performances.
Career and Notable Roles
Active since 1999, Sugiyama has voiced a string of notable leads and rivals. His signature roles include Uryu Ishida in Bleach, Shiro Emiya in the Fate franchise, and England in Hetalia: Axis Powers. He also works as a narrator across anime and other media.
Frequently Asked Questions
What role is Noriaki Sugiyama most famous for?
Sugiyama is most famous for voicing Sasuke Uchiha, one of the central figures of Naruto and Naruto's rival and teammate on Team 7. He carried the character through the survivor's quest for vengeance against his brother Itachi, his defection to Orochimaru, and his eventual reckoning with the Hidden Leaf.
What anime has Noriaki Sugiyama voiced in besides Naruto?
Sugiyama has voiced Uryu Ishida in Bleach and Shiro Emiya in the Fate franchise. Both roles rank among his other signature performances.
Has Noriaki Sugiyama voiced any non-Japanese anime characters?
Yes, Sugiyama voices England in Hetalia: Axis Powers. It stands out from his usual lineup of ninja and swordsman leads.
When did Noriaki Sugiyama start his voice acting career?
Sugiyama has been active since 1999. That run has produced a string of notable leads and rivals across anime.
Does Noriaki Sugiyama do more than voice acting?
Yes, he also works as a narrator across anime and other media. That work runs alongside his voice roles.
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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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