Satoshi Hino
Voice ActorSatoshi Hino, a Japanese voice actor born in the United States, voices Sai in the Naruto franchise, whose anime comes from Studio Pierrot.
Naruto Role
In Naruto: Shippuden, Hino voices Sai, the pale and emotionally guarded artist recruited into Team 7 after Sasuke's defection. A former operative of Danzo's secret Root division, Sai animates his ink drawings in battle and slowly learns to reconnect with genuine human feeling. Hino carries the character's flat delivery and gradual thaw across the series.
Career and Notable Roles
Hino has built a long career in leading anime roles, including Yuji Sakai in Shakugan no Shana, Saito Hiraga in The Familiar of Zero, and the undead overlord Ainz Ooal Gown in Overlord. His other credits take in Gintama, Nabari no Ou, and the cycling drama Yowamushi Pedal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Satoshi Hino voice?
Hino has built a long career in leading anime roles, including Sai in Naruto: Shippuden, Yuji Sakai in Shakugan no Shana, and Saito Hiraga in The Familiar of Zero. He also voices the undead overlord Ainz Ooal Gown in Overlord.
Who does Satoshi Hino voice in Naruto: Shippuden?
Hino voices Sai, the pale and emotionally guarded artist recruited into Team 7 after Sasuke's defection. A former operative of Danzo's secret Root division, Sai animates his ink drawings in battle and slowly learns to reconnect with genuine human feeling.
What is Satoshi Hino's most famous non-Naruto role?
One of Hino's best-known non-Naruto roles is the undead overlord Ainz Ooal Gown in Overlord. It is one of his leading anime performances alongside Shakugan no Shana and The Familiar of Zero.
What other anime has Satoshi Hino appeared in?
Hino's other credits take in Gintama, Nabari no Ou, and the cycling drama Yowamushi Pedal. His resume spans a wide range of leading and supporting anime parts.
Where was Satoshi Hino born?
Satoshi Hino is a Japanese voice actor who was born in the United States in 1978. He has been active in the industry since 2000.
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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.
Rights holders
- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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