Ryuuzaburou Ootomo
Voice ActorRyuuzaburou Ootomo was born in Tanashi, Tokyo (present-day Nishitokyo) in 1952 and has worked as a Japanese voice actor since 1977. He voices two characters in Bleach, Aaroniero Arruruerie and Tōba.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ryūzaburō Ōtomo?
Ryūzaburō Ōtomo is a Japanese actor and narrator, born in 1952, recognized for his deep, villainous voice. He works freelance in the anime industry and voices Aaroniero Arruruerie in Bleach, the Studio Pierrot anime.
Who does Ryūzaburō Ōtomo voice in Bleach?
Ōtomo voices Aaroniero Arruruerie, the Noveno Espada, a Hollow formed from the merger of countless souls devoured within Hueco Mundo's Menos Forest. His resonant, unsettling delivery carries the character through the anime's Arrancar-focused arcs.
What other characters has Ryūzaburō Ōtomo voiced?
Ōtomo's commanding, sinister voice has made him a natural fit for villains such as Myotismon in Digimon, Crocodile in One Piece, Lord Giri in Mahōjin Guru Guru, and Black Doom in Shadow the Hedgehog.
What agencies has Ryūzaburō Ōtomo worked with?
Ōtomo began his career signed to Aoni Production, moved through 81 Produce, and spent time with Tokyo Actor's Consumer's Cooperative Society before eventually working as an independent freelancer. He has been active since 1977.
Has Ryūzaburō Ōtomo taken over roles from other voice actors?
Yes, Ōtomo has stepped into long-running roles left behind by other performers, including Shigezō Sasaoka, Eiji Kanie, and Hirotaka Suzuoki. This has been a recurring part of his career alongside original villain roles like Aaroniero Arruruerie in Bleach.
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