Kotono Mitsuishi
Voice ActorKotono Mitsuishi is a veteran Japanese voice actress and narrator best known worldwide as Usagi Tsukino in Sailor Moon, who also lends her voice to Boa Hancock in the One Piece anime, produced by Toei Animation.
One Piece Role
Mitsuishi voices Boa Hancock, captain of the Kuja Pirates and one of the series' most striking Warlords of the Sea, who rules over the all-female island of Amazon Lily. The character is defined by her devastating beauty, her Love-Love Fruit powers that can turn enemies to stone, and her fierce, initially reluctant bond with Monkey D. Luffy after he saves her sisters. Mitsuishi brings a commanding, regal edge to the role befitting Hancock's status among the Shichibukai.
Career and Notable Roles
A graduate of the Katsuta Voice Actor's Academy, which she entered in 1986, Mitsuishi is most widely recognized for playing Usagi Tsukino across the Sailor Moon franchise. Her other major credits include Misato Katsuragi in Neon Genesis Evangelion, Murrue Ramius in the Gundam SEED series, Mei Mei in Jujutsu Kaisen, and Rena Mizunashi in the Detective Conan franchise. Formerly represented by Arts Vision and Lasley Arrow, she now works as a freelance performer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kotono Mitsuishi known for?
Kotono Mitsuishi is best known worldwide as Usagi Tsukino in the Sailor Moon franchise. It remains her most recognized role across more than three decades in the industry.
What anime is Kotono Mitsuishi in?
Beyond Sailor Moon, Mitsuishi has voiced Misato Katsuragi in Neon Genesis Evangelion, Murrue Ramius in the Gundam SEED series, Mei Mei in Jujutsu Kaisen, and Rena Mizunashi in the Detective Conan franchise. She also lends her voice to the One Piece anime.
Who does Kotono Mitsuishi voice in One Piece?
Mitsuishi voices Boa Hancock, captain of the Kuja Pirates and one of the series' Warlords of the Sea, who rules the all-female island of Amazon Lily. The character's Love-Love Fruit powers can turn enemies to stone, and Hancock forms a reluctant bond with Monkey D. Luffy after he saves her sisters.
When did Kotono Mitsuishi begin her voice acting career?
Mitsuishi entered the Katsuta Voice Actor's Academy in 1986 and has been active in the industry since 1989. She was born in 1967, making her a veteran performer with decades of continuous work.
What agency represents Kotono Mitsuishi?
Mitsuishi was formerly represented by Arts Vision and Lasley Arrow. She now works as a freelance performer rather than under an exclusive agency contract.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Headquarters, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical posters and key visuals, credited to Toei Animation and Toei Company.
- Game pages: official box art for the One Piece console and mobile games, credited to Bandai Namco.
- Manga chapter pages: Jump Comics volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Eiichiro Oda.
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