Yūji Ueda
Voice ActorYūji Ueda, born in Fukuoka Prefecture, works as an actor, singer, and voice performer in Japan, lending his voice to CCG investigator Itsuki Marude in the Tokyo Ghoul anime from Studio Pierrot.
Tokyo Ghoul Role
Ueda voices Itsuki Marude, a senior Ghoul Investigator who serves as Division II Chief within the CCG and once held the rank of Special Class before stepping back from field duty. Marude first appears in Episode 3 of the anime, adapted from his manga debut in Chapter 29, and remains a recurring authority figure across the CCG's ranks as the story moves into its :re era. Ueda brings a gruff, experienced-officer tone to the part that echoes the seasoned mentor roles he has voiced throughout his career.
Career and Notable Roles
Ueda is best known for voicing Horohoro in Shaman King and Keitarō Urashima in the romantic comedy Love Hina, roles that showcase his knack for hot-blooded, comedic leads. He also played Sagara Sanosuke in Rurouni Kenshin, took on the metal-obsessed alter ego of Johannes Krauser II in Detroit Metal City, and voiced both Brock and Wobbuffet across the Pokémon franchise, later adding Shiro Iori to his catalog in Kill la Kill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Yuji Ueda voice in Tokyo Ghoul?
Ueda voices Itsuki Marude, a senior Ghoul Investigator who serves as Division II Chief within the CCG. Marude once held the rank of Special Class before stepping back from field duty, and he first appears in Episode 3 of the anime.
What is Yuji Ueda best known for?
Ueda is best known for voicing Horohoro in Shaman King and Keitaro Urashima in the romantic comedy Love Hina. Both roles showcase his knack for hot-blooded, comedic leads.
What other anime roles has Yuji Ueda played?
Ueda also played Sagara Sanosuke in Rurouni Kenshin and took on the metal-obsessed alter ego of Johannes Krauser II in Detroit Metal City. He later voiced Shiro Iori in Kill la Kill.
Has Yuji Ueda voiced any Pokemon characters?
Yes, Ueda voices both Brock and Wobbuffet across the Pokemon franchise. That work runs alongside his other long-running anime roles.
Where is Yuji Ueda from?
Ueda was born in Fukuoka Prefecture and has worked as a voice actor since 1992. He is credited across acting, singing, and voice performance in Japan.
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