Satsuki Yukino is a prominent Japanese voice actress born on May 25, 1970, in Kyoto, Japan. Her real name is Yuki Inoue, and she has also been credited under the stage names 雪乃五月 and 雪野五月, all of which share the same pronunciation. She began her career in 1992 and was a member of the talent agency Ken Production until 2016, after which she became a freelancer. In addition to voice acting, she is also known as a singer.

Yukino's career is marked by a wide array of iconic and leading roles in major anime series. She is particularly well-known for her portrayal of strong-willed and memorable heroines. One of her most famous roles is Kagome Higurashi in the long-running series Inuyasha and its sequel Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon. Another signature role is Kaname Chidori in the Full Metal Panic! series. She has also lent her voice to Yoruichi Shihōin in Bleach, Tae Shimura in Gintama, and Milly Thompson in Trigun. Her versatility is showcased in her ability to play twin sisters with distinct personalities, Mion and Shion Sonozaki, in the Higurashi: When They Cry franchise.

Beyond these hallmark roles, her extensive filmography demonstrates a consistent presence in the anime industry across multiple decades. She has voiced characters in a vast range of other series, including Ai Tanabe in Planetes, Nenene Sumiregawa in R.O.D -The TV-, Saki Kasukabe in Genshiken, Misae Sagara in Clannad, and Pururu in Sgt. Frog. She also played Koala in One Piece and Izuko Gaen in the Monogatari series. Her work extends to children's animation, such as providing the voice for the character Robby in Robby & Kerobby. In the Pokémon anime, she took over several roles from the late Tomoko Kawakami, most notably Dawn's Buneary and the Sinnoh Pokédex.

Throughout her career, Yukino has been recognized for her skill and has built strong professional relationships within the industry. Notably, veteran voice actress Masako Ikeda personally named her as the successor for the role of Maetel, a character from the legendary Space Symphony Maetel and Galaxy Express 999 franchise. This highlights the high regard in which she is held by her peers. Her ability to perform a wide spectrum of characters, from energetic teenagers to calm and collected women, has made her a sought-after talent for decades. She continues to be active in the industry, taking on new roles in current productions, such as in the 2022 series Urusei Yatsura and the 2024 film My Oni Girl.