
Urara Takano, born Hisako Takayama in Togane, Chiba, is a Japanese actress and voice actress represented by REMAX whose long resume touches Toei Animation's One Piece.
Takano is credited among the voice talent behind Toei Animation's One Piece, though the character she portrayed is not documented in the records available. This kind of unlisted guest or supporting credit is typical for a series that has run for decades and regularly brought in established performers for smaller parts. It sits well outside the lead roles that define the rest of her filmography.
Takano's best-known part is Maria Tachibana in the Sakura Wars video game series. She has also lent her voice to Kai Hiwatari on Beyblade, Musashi Kazama on Grander Musashi, Ryo Takaba for the racing anime Bakusō Kyōdai Let's & Go!!, Veffidas Feaze on Macross 7, Marller on Oh My Goddess!, and Tiger on Saber Marionette J. She is the mother of fellow voice actress Anna Kirie.
Takano has voiced Kai Hiwatari on Beyblade and Musashi Kazama on Grander Musashi. Both are anime roles from her career, which stretches back to 1986.
Takano's best-known role is Maria Tachibana in the Sakura Wars video game series. It stands as the signature credit of her long career.
Takano is credited among the voice talent behind Toei Animation's One Piece, though the character she portrayed is not documented in available records. This kind of unlisted guest or supporting credit is common for a series that has run for decades and often brought in established performers for smaller parts.
Takano voiced Veffidas Feaze on Macross 7, Marller on Oh My Goddess!, and Tiger on Saber Marionette J. These credits add to her wide range of anime roles.
Takano is the mother of fellow voice actress Anna Kirie. Voice acting has become something of a family trade between them.
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