Kentarō Itō
Voice ActorKentarō Itō is a Japanese voice and stage actor, born in Hachiōji, who voices Renji Abarai, the tattooed lieutenant of the Sixth Division in Bleach.
Bleach Role
Itō voices Renji Abarai, Ichigo's brash, tattoo-armed friend and rival who rises from the Rukongai's poorest district to lieutenant of the Sixth Division, carrying the character's blend of loud bravado and quiet loyalty to Rukia Kuchiki across the original series and its Thousand-Year Blood War continuation.
Career and Notable Roles
A trained stage actor as well, Itō heads the Theater Company K-Show and is represented by the agency Mausu Promotion. Known for a deep baritone range, he has since inherited a number of roles previously voiced by veteran actors Kazuyuki Sogabe and Takeshi Aono, both now deceased.
Frequently Asked Questions
What anime is Kentarō Itō known for?
Itō is known for voicing Renji Abarai in Bleach, Ichigo's brash, tattoo-armed friend and rival. The character rises from the Rukongai's poorest district to lieutenant of the Sixth Division across the original series and its Thousand-Year Blood War continuation.
Is Kentarō Itō also a stage actor?
Yes, Itō is a trained stage actor who heads the Theater Company K-Show. This runs alongside his voice acting career.
What talent agency represents Kentarō Itō?
Itō is represented by the agency Mausu Promotion. The agency manages his voice acting work, including his role as Renji Abarai in Bleach.
What roles has Kentarō Itō inherited from other voice actors?
Itō has inherited a number of roles previously voiced by veteran actors Kazuyuki Sogabe and Takeshi Aono, both now deceased. His deep baritone range has suited him for taking over these parts.
Where and when was Kentarō Itō born?
Itō was born in Hachiōji in 1974. He has been active in voice acting since 1995.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Bleach anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTite Kubo
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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