Takeshi Aono
Voice ActorTakeshi Aono, who died in 2012, was a Japanese narrator and voice actor based in Hokkaido; he lent his voice to minor characters in Toei Animation's One Piece.
One Piece Role
Aono provided Japanese voices for several supporting characters across One Piece's long-running anime, including A A A, Gonzo, and Boo Kong. Like many veteran voice actors, he took on a mix of one-off and recurring background roles rather than a single starring part.
Career and Notable Roles
Born in Asahikawa in 1936, Aono graduated from Asahikawa Higashi High School before building a long career in Japanese voice acting and narration. He remained affiliated with Aoni Production until his death in 2012 and was active in the industry for decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which character is Takeshi Aono most famous for?
Takeshi Aono provided Japanese voices for several supporting One Piece characters, including A A A, Gonzo, and Boo Kong. Like many veteran voice actors, he took on a mix of one-off and recurring background roles rather than a single starring part.
Who is Takeshi Aono?
Takeshi Aono was a Japanese narrator and voice actor who worked steadily in the anime industry for decades before his death in 2012. He was affiliated with the talent agency Aoni Production and remained based around his native Hokkaido.
Where was Takeshi Aono born?
Takeshi Aono was born in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, in 1936. He graduated from Asahikawa Higashi High School before building his long career in Japanese voice acting and narration.
What talent agency represented Takeshi Aono?
Takeshi Aono was represented by the talent agency Aoni Production for the duration of his career. He remained with the agency until his death in 2012.
How long was Takeshi Aono active in the voice acting industry?
Takeshi Aono remained active in Japanese voice acting and narration for decades, from his early career until his death in 2012. That career-long presence made him one of many veteran performers who filled out large anime ensembles like One Piece.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byEiichiro Oda
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byToei Animation
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