Shino Kakinuma
Voice ActorShino Kakinuma is a Japanese voice actress from Tokyo best known as the original voice of Naru Osaka in the classic Sailor Moon anime.
Sailor Moon Role
Kakinuma originated the role of Naru Osaka, Usagi's best friend, in the original Sailor Moon anime, and later returned to the franchise voicing Keiko Tomoe in the Sailor Moon Crystal remake.
Career and Notable Roles
Kakinuma also voiced Suzuko in the 1980s remake of Mahou Tsukai Sally, and stepped in as Videl in Dragon Ball Kai during a hiatus taken by the role's regular actress, Yūko Minaguchi. Kakinuma's real-life husband is fellow voice actor Toshio Furukawa, and her professional home has long been the talent agency Aoni Production.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Shino Kakinuma voice in Sailor Moon?
Kakinuma originated the role of Naru Osaka, Usagi's best friend, in the original Sailor Moon anime. She later returned to the franchise voicing Keiko Tomoe in the Sailor Moon Crystal remake.
What other anime has Shino Kakinuma been in?
Kakinuma voiced Suzuko in the 1980s remake of Mahou Tsukai Sally. The role stands alongside her Sailor Moon work as one of her recognizable anime credits.
Why did Shino Kakinuma voice Videl in Dragon Ball Kai?
Kakinuma stepped in as Videl in Dragon Ball Kai during a hiatus taken by the role's regular actress, Yūko Minaguchi. It was a temporary substitution rather than her original casting.
Who is Shino Kakinuma married to?
Kakinuma's real-life husband is fellow voice actor Toshio Furukawa. Her professional home has long been the talent agency Aoni Production.
Who is Shino Kakinuma?
Shino Kakinuma is a Japanese voice actress, born in 1965, who has worked in the anime industry since 1980. She is best known for originating the role of Naru Osaka in the original Sailor Moon anime.
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- Animated byToei Animation
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