Takahiro Sakurai
Voice ActorTakahiro Sakurai is a prolific Japanese voice actor from Aichi Prefecture who voices the regenerating S-Class hero Zombieman in One Punch Man.
One Punch Man Role
Sakurai voices Zombieman, one of the series' S-Class heroes, whose regenerative ability lets him absorb enormous punishment and keep fighting long after a normal opponent would be finished. Because his raw combat talent trails behind many other S-Class members, the character wins fights through attrition, wearing enemies down by exploiting their weaknesses over a drawn-out battle. It is a role built on grim endurance rather than flashy power, fitting Sakurai's range for grounded, world-weary characters.
Career and Notable Roles
Away from One Punch Man, Sakurai has voiced protagonists across major franchises, from Cloud Strife in the Final Fantasy VII series and Suzaku Kururugi in Code Geass to Giyu Tomioka in Demon Slayer and the psychic con man Arataka Reigen from Mob Psycho 100. He is equally known for morally ambiguous villains such as Sasori in Naruto Shippūden and Rohan Kishibe from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and outside anime he serves as the standing Japanese dub voice for actor Robert Pattinson.
Frequently Asked Questions
What characters does Takahiro Sakurai voice?
Sakurai has voiced protagonists across major franchises, including Cloud Strife in the Final Fantasy VII series, Suzaku Kururugi in Code Geass, Giyu Tomioka in Demon Slayer, and Arataka Reigen in Mob Psycho 100.
Who does Takahiro Sakurai voice in One Punch Man?
Sakurai voices Zombieman, an S-Class hero whose regenerative ability lets him absorb enormous punishment and keep fighting long after a normal opponent would be finished. He wins fights through attrition, wearing enemies down over a drawn-out battle rather than through flashy power.
What villain roles has Takahiro Sakurai played?
Sakurai is also known for morally ambiguous villains, such as Sasori in Naruto Shippūden and Rohan Kishibe from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. These roles contrast with his many protagonist credits.
Does Takahiro Sakurai do dubbing work outside anime?
Yes, outside anime, Sakurai serves as the standing Japanese dub voice for actor Robert Pattinson. This work runs alongside his extensive anime voice acting career.
Where is Takahiro Sakurai from?
Sakurai is a Japanese voice actor from Aichi Prefecture, born in 1974. He has been active in the industry since 1996.
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