Yoichi Masukawa
Voice ActorYoichi Masukawa is a Japanese voice actor raised in Kanagawa Prefecture, and he provides the original voice of Rock Lee in the Naruto anime from Studio Pierrot.
Naruto Role
Masukawa gives the original Japanese voice to Rock Lee across the Naruto series, the taijutsu specialist of Might Guy's squad who cannot use ninjutsu or genjutsu and instead relies entirely on hand-to-hand combat. He voices Lee's earnest drive and explosive fighting spirit from the Chunin Exams through the later story arcs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Yoichi Masukawa voice in Naruto?
Yoichi Masukawa gives the original Japanese voice to Rock Lee, the taijutsu specialist of Might Guy's squad who cannot use ninjutsu or genjutsu and instead relies entirely on hand-to-hand combat.
Where is Yoichi Masukawa from?
Masukawa was born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1978. He has built his voice acting career in Japan since 1999, a run that includes his signature role as Rock Lee in the Naruto anime.
When did Yoichi Masukawa start voice acting?
Masukawa has worked as a voice actor since 1999. Rock Lee, the taijutsu specialist of Might Guy's squad, remains the role he is most widely known for among his many anime, film, and game credits.
What other roles has Yoichi Masukawa played besides Rock Lee?
Masukawa has lent his voice to a range of anime series, films, and games beyond Naruto, though Rock Lee remains among the roles he is most widely known for.
Who is Yoichi Masukawa?
Yoichi Masukawa is a Japanese voice actor raised in Kanagawa Prefecture who has worked in the industry since 1999, best known as the original voice of Rock Lee in the Naruto anime from Studio Pierrot.
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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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