Urara Takano
Voice ActorUrara Takano, born Hisako Takayama in Togane, Chiba, is a Japanese actress and voice actress represented by REMAX whose long resume touches Toei Animation's One Piece.
One Piece Role
Takano is credited among the voice talent behind Toei Animation's One Piece, though the character she portrayed is not documented in the records available. This kind of unlisted guest or supporting credit is typical for a series that has run for decades and regularly brought in established performers for smaller parts. It sits well outside the lead roles that define the rest of her filmography.
Career and Notable Roles
Takano's best-known part is Maria Tachibana in the Sakura Wars video game series. She has also lent her voice to Kai Hiwatari on Beyblade, Musashi Kazama on Grander Musashi, Ryo Takaba for the racing anime Bakusō Kyōdai Let's & Go!!, Veffidas Feaze on Macross 7, Marller on Oh My Goddess!, and Tiger on Saber Marionette J. She is the mother of fellow voice actress Anna Kirie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What anime has Urara Takano voiced in?
Takano has voiced Kai Hiwatari on Beyblade and Musashi Kazama on Grander Musashi. Both are anime roles from her career, which stretches back to 1986.
What is Urara Takano known for?
Takano's best-known role is Maria Tachibana in the Sakura Wars video game series. It stands as the signature credit of her long career.
What is Urara Takano's role in One Piece?
Takano is credited among the voice talent behind Toei Animation's One Piece, though the character she portrayed is not documented in available records. This kind of unlisted guest or supporting credit is common for a series that has run for decades and often brought in established performers for smaller parts.
What other characters has Urara Takano voiced?
Takano voiced Veffidas Feaze on Macross 7, Marller on Oh My Goddess!, and Tiger on Saber Marionette J. These credits add to her wide range of anime roles.
Is Urara Takano related to any other voice actors?
Takano is the mother of fellow voice actress Anna Kirie. Voice acting has become something of a family trade between them.
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Sources & Information
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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