Houchuu Ootsuka
Voice ActorA native of Aba, now part of Tsuyama in Okayama Prefecture, Houchuu Ootsuka is a Japanese voice actor born in 1954. Active since 1980, he voices both Mont Blanc Noland and Z in One Piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Hochu Otsuka voice in One Piece?
Hochu Otsuka voices Cyrano in the Japanese version of One Piece and is also known for playing Montblanc Noland, the explorer whose story of a city of gold is recalled during the Skypiea arc. Both are among the many roles he has taken on in a long-running voice acting career.
What other major anime characters has Hochu Otsuka voiced?
Otsuka has voiced numerous major anime characters, including Yazan Gable in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, Jiraiya in Naruto, and Abuto in Gintama. He also plays Sakonji Urokodaki in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Who does Hochu Otsuka dub in Hollywood films?
Otsuka works widely as the Japanese dubbing voice for Hollywood actors such as Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donnie Yen, and Jeff Goldblum. This dubbing work runs alongside his anime career, which dates back to 1976.
When did Hochu Otsuka begin his voice acting career?
Otsuka's career dates back to 1976, giving him decades of experience across anime, video games, and film dubbing. He is represented by the talent agency Crazy Box.
What talent agency represents Hochu Otsuka?
Otsuka is represented by the talent agency Crazy Box. Under the agency, he has built one of the most prolific careers in Japanese voice acting, including his One Piece roles as Cyrano and Montblanc Noland.
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