Tetsuya Kakihara
Voice ActorTetsuya Kakihara is a Japanese voice actor and singer who voiced Deepa in Boruto, the continuation of the Naruto series from Studio Pierrot.
Naruto Role
Kakihara voiced Deepa, a carbon-manipulating member of the Kara organization introduced in Boruto, the sequel to Naruto. The arrogant, nearly indestructible fighter proved a formidable early threat to the new generation of ninja. It was a villain turn in the franchise's next chapter.
Career and Notable Roles
Born in 1982, Kakihara is known for playing hot-blooded young men, most famously Natsu Dragneel in Fairy Tail. His other roles include Shin in Amnesia and the robot K1-B0 in Danganronpa V3, and he pursues a music career under the Kiramune label. He now works through his own agency, Zynchro, after leaving 81 Produce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Tetsuya Kakihara voice in Boruto?
Kakihara voices Deepa, a carbon-manipulating member of the Kara organization introduced in Boruto, the sequel to Naruto. The arrogant, nearly indestructible fighter is a formidable early threat to the new generation of ninja.
What is Tetsuya Kakihara best known for?
Kakihara, born in 1982, is known for playing hot-blooded young men, most famously Natsu Dragneel in Fairy Tail. That role remains his signature part outside the Naruto franchise.
What other anime roles has Tetsuya Kakihara played?
His other roles include Shin in Amnesia and the robot K1-B0 in Danganronpa V3. Those parts sit alongside his voice work as Deepa in Boruto.
What music career does Tetsuya Kakihara have?
Beyond voice acting, Kakihara pursues a music career under the Kiramune label. The music work runs parallel to his acting credits, which include Deepa in Boruto.
What talent agency is Tetsuya Kakihara with?
Kakihara now works through his own agency, Zynchro, after leaving 81 Produce. The move came during a voice acting career that began in 2002.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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