Teruyuki Kagawa
Description
Teruyuki Kagawa is a highly accomplished Japanese actor who has also contributed his voice to several notable animated films. Born in Tokyo on December 7, 1965, he is a graduate of the University of Tokyo. He has received critical acclaim for his live-action performances, including a Best Supporting Actor award at the 33rd Japan Academy Prize. While primarily known for his extensive work in film and television, his voice acting roles add another dimension to his diverse career.
In the realm of animation, Kagawa's voice can be heard in a selection of high-profile projects. One of his earliest voice roles was as Hare in the 2006 Studio Ghibli film Tales from Earthsea, directed by Goro Miyazaki. He later collaborated with Goro Miyazaki again, voicing the character of Tokumaru, the high school club president, in the 2011 Studio Ghibli film From Up On Poppy Hill. In 2012, he took on the role of Binz in the popular One Piece Film Z.
More recent voice acting credits include a role in the 2014 television special Meitantei Conan: Edogawa Conan Shissō Jiken -Chijō Saiaku no Futsukakan-. He also voiced the character Gilmore in the 2022 film Doraemon: Nobita's Little Star Wars 2021. Additionally, he served as a voice actor and executive producer for the 2022 series Insect Land, which was based on his original concept.
Specific details about recurring creative partnerships or achievements confined solely to his voice acting career are limited, as his filmography is overwhelmingly dominated by live-action work. However, his participation in these animated features demonstrates a versatility that complements his stature as one of Japan's most respected actors.
In the realm of animation, Kagawa's voice can be heard in a selection of high-profile projects. One of his earliest voice roles was as Hare in the 2006 Studio Ghibli film Tales from Earthsea, directed by Goro Miyazaki. He later collaborated with Goro Miyazaki again, voicing the character of Tokumaru, the high school club president, in the 2011 Studio Ghibli film From Up On Poppy Hill. In 2012, he took on the role of Binz in the popular One Piece Film Z.
More recent voice acting credits include a role in the 2014 television special Meitantei Conan: Edogawa Conan Shissō Jiken -Chijō Saiaku no Futsukakan-. He also voiced the character Gilmore in the 2022 film Doraemon: Nobita's Little Star Wars 2021. Additionally, he served as a voice actor and executive producer for the 2022 series Insect Land, which was based on his original concept.
Specific details about recurring creative partnerships or achievements confined solely to his voice acting career are limited, as his filmography is overwhelmingly dominated by live-action work. However, his participation in these animated features demonstrates a versatility that complements his stature as one of Japan's most respected actors.
All Characters
- JapaneseAnime overview: Insect Land
- JapaneseAnime overview: Doraemon: Nobita's Little "Star Wars" 2021
- JapaneseAnime overview: From Up On Poppy Hill
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