Masako Katsuki
Voice ActorMasako Katsuki is a Japanese actress and voice actress affiliated with 81 Produce who voices Granny Miya in Sakamoto Days, part of a career spanning decades of major anime and drama roles.
Sakamoto Days Role
Katsuki voices Granny Miya in Sakamoto Days, bringing a seasoned, grounded presence to the character. The role reflects the kind of warm, authoritative parts she has taken on throughout a career stretching back to the late 1970s. Her casting adds a veteran voice to the series' ensemble cast.
Career and Notable Roles
Katsuki made her debut as Mary Scott in Shiroi Kiba: White Fang Monotagari and went on to become one of Japan's most recognizable character actresses. She is widely known for playing Tsunade in Naruto, Michiru Kaioh, also known as Sailor Neptune, in Sailor Moon, Reccoa Londe in Zeta Gundam, and Maya Kitajima in Glass Mask. Formerly with Theater Echo, she is now affiliated with 81 Produce and has also worked extensively in narration and commercial voice-over.
Frequently Asked Questions
What anime is Masako Katsuki known for?
Katsuki is widely known for playing Michiru Kaioh, also known as Sailor Neptune, in Sailor Moon, Reccoa Londe in Zeta Gundam, and Maya Kitajima in Glass Mask. These roles established her as one of Japan's most recognizable character actresses.
Who voices Tsunade in Japanese?
Masako Katsuki voices Tsunade in the Japanese version of Naruto. It is one of the most widely recognized roles in her decades-long career.
When did Masako Katsuki start her career?
Katsuki made her debut as Mary Scott in Shiroi Kiba: White Fang Monogatari in the late 1970s. She was born in 1958 and has worked continuously since.
Who does Masako Katsuki voice in Sakamoto Days?
Katsuki voices Granny Miya in Sakamoto Days, bringing a seasoned, grounded presence to the character. Her casting adds a veteran voice to the series' ensemble cast.
What agency is Masako Katsuki affiliated with?
Katsuki was formerly with Theater Echo and is now affiliated with 81 Produce. She has also worked extensively in narration and commercial voice-over outside her character roles.
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