Hiroki Yasumoto
Voice ActorHiroki Yasumoto is a Japanese voice actor signed to the Sigma Seven agency who lends his deep, commanding voice to King, the reputed strongest man on Earth, in the Japanese cast of One Punch Man.
One Punch Man Role
Yasumoto voices King, the S-Class hero whose fearsome reputation rests entirely on lucky timing rather than real combat skill. His booming, authoritative delivery convinces everyone else in the cast that King is unbeatable, which is exactly what makes the character's private panic attacks land as one of the anime's funniest running jokes.
Career and Notable Roles
Beyond One Punch Man, Yasumoto is recognized for voicing Yasutora Sado on Bleach, Germany in Hetalia: Axis Powers, and the title character of Hozuki's Coolheadedness, along with narration credits on programs such as Super Soccer. He has worked steadily in anime since the early 2000s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Hiroki Yasumoto voice in One Punch Man?
Hiroki Yasumoto voices King, the S-Class hero whose fearsome reputation rests on lucky timing rather than real combat skill. His booming, authoritative delivery makes the character's private panic attacks land as one of the anime's funniest running jokes.
What talent agency is Hiroki Yasumoto with?
Hiroki Yasumoto is signed to Sigma Seven, a Japanese talent agency that has represented him throughout his voice acting career. Working under Sigma Seven, he has taken on roles such as King, the reputed strongest man on Earth, in One Punch Man, drawing on the deep, commanding voice that defines much of his work.
What other anime has Hiroki Yasumoto voiced characters in?
Hiroki Yasumoto voices Yasutora Sado in Bleach and Germany in Hetalia: Axis Powers, two of his best-known roles outside One Punch Man.
What other work has Hiroki Yasumoto done besides anime voice acting?
Hiroki Yasumoto voices the title character in Hozuki's Coolheadedness and has narration credits on programs such as Super Soccer.
When did Hiroki Yasumoto start his voice acting career?
Hiroki Yasumoto, born in 1977, has worked steadily in anime since the early 2000s, with credits dating back to 2003.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One-Punch Man anime series, manga, and official materials. One-Punch Man was created by ONE and Yusuke Murata, published by Shueisha, and animated by J.C.Staff and Madhouse. All rights to One-Punch Man and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Created byONE and Yusuke Murata
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byJ.C.Staff
- Animated byMadhouse
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