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Mariko Kouda

Voice Actor

Mariko Kouda is a Japanese voice actress, singer, and radio personality affiliated with Aoni Production, credited among the Japanese-language voice cast of the One Piece franchise.

Role: Voice Actor
Nationality: Japanese
Years Active: 1991-present
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One Piece Role

The character Kouda voiced in One Piece is not specified in the records consulted for this profile, though she appears among the series' Japanese cast credits. Her involvement sits alongside a long list of anime credits built over more than three decades of voice work.

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Career and Notable Roles

Kouda trained at Tamagawa University in Tokyo before breaking into the industry, where she later joined the singing unit Drops, best known for performing the ending theme to Doki Doki School Hours. Signed with Aoni Production, she built a career highlighted by roles such as Okinu in Ghost Sweeper Mikami, Miki Koishikawa in Marmalade Boy, and Shaorin in Mamotte Shugogetten.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Mariko Kouda?

Mariko Kouda is a Japanese voice actress, singer, and radio personality born in 1969. She is affiliated with the talent agency Aoni Production.

What is Mariko Kouda's connection to One Piece?

The character Mariko Kouda voiced in One Piece is not specified in the records consulted for her profile, though she appears among the series' Japanese cast credits. Her involvement sits alongside a long list of anime credits built over more than three decades.

Is Mariko Kouda also a singer?

Yes, Mariko Kouda joined the singing unit Drops, best known for performing the ending theme to Doki Doki School Hours. Her music career runs alongside her voice acting work.

What anime roles is Mariko Kouda known for?

Mariko Kouda is known for playing Okinu in Ghost Sweeper Mikami, Miki Koishikawa in Marmalade Boy, and Shaorin in Mamotte Shugogetten. The roles span multiple decades of her career in Japanese anime.

When did Mariko Kouda start her career?

Mariko Kouda has been active in the industry since 1991, after training at Tamagawa University in Tokyo. Her training there preceded her break into voice acting.

Sources & Information

This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.

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