Shinji Kawada
Voice ActorShinji Kawada, born in 1971, is a voice actor from Japan who is remembered by Naruto fans as the voice of the insect user Shino Aburame in Studio Pierrot's series.
Naruto Role
Kawada gave voice to Shino Aburame across the Japanese version of the Naruto television series, playing the reserved Aburame clan member who battles using colonies of chakra-draining insects. His measured, low-key delivery suited the character's guarded personality, and he stayed with the part through Naruto: Shippuden as Shino matured into a teacher. The role sits among his most recognizable anime appearances in a Studio Pierrot production.
Career and Notable Roles
Active in Japanese voice work since around 2000, Kawada has lent his voice to a wide range of anime, games, and drama recordings. He also takes on adult game titles under a separate professional name. His steady output across the industry has kept him a familiar supporting presence for over two decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shinji Kawada?
Shinji Kawada, born in 1971, is a voice actor from Japan who is remembered by Naruto fans as the voice of the insect user Shino Aburame in Studio Pierrot's series. He has been active in Japanese voice work since around 2000.
What are Shinji Kawada's most famous roles?
Kawada's most recognizable role stayed with him through Naruto: Shippuden as Shino Aburame matured into a teacher, one of his most durable anime appearances. He also takes on adult game titles under a separate professional name.
Who does Shinji Kawada voice in Naruto?
Kawada gave voice to Shino Aburame, the reserved Aburame clan member who battles using colonies of chakra-draining insects. His measured, low-key delivery suited the character's guarded personality.
What other work has Shinji Kawada done besides anime?
Kawada has lent his voice to a wide range of games and drama recordings alongside his anime work. His steady output across the industry has kept him a familiar supporting presence for over two decades.
When did Shinji Kawada start his voice acting career?
Kawada has been active in Japanese voice work since around 2000, giving him over two decades in the industry. He was born in 1971.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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