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Yukihiro Shibutani, Art Director of 'Natsume Yuujinchou', Dies at 63
Yukihiro Shibutani, the acclaimed art director behind iconic works such as Natsume Yuujinchou (Natsume's Book of Friends) and Meitantei Conan (Case Closed), died on September 15 at the age of 63. Shibutani died in a Tokyo hospital due to complications from a long-term illness, ac...
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'Doraemon' Voice Actress Nobuyo Ooyama Dies at 90
Nobuyo Ooyama, the iconic voice actress who brought life to Doraemon, died on September 29 in Tokyo at the age of 90. Her agency, Actors Seven, confirmed the news, stating that Ooyama had been suffering from dementia in recent years. She had also battled other health issues, incl...
2 years ago
Voice Actress Sora Tokui Announces Marriage
Voice actress Sora Tokui announced her marriage on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday. In her message, Tokui expressed her gratitude to her supporters and apologized for the personal nature of the news. "To everyone who has always supported me, I apologize for the personal nature of...
2 years ago
Singer-Songwriter Sayuri Dies at 28
Singer-songwriter Sayuri, best known for performing the Boku dake ga Inai Machi (Erased) and Kuzu no Honkai (Scum's Wish) ending themes, died on September 20. She was 28. The news was shared by her husband, Amaarashi, in a post on X (formerly Twitter). "To everyone who has alway...
2 years ago
Voice Actress Emi Shinohara Dies at 61
Emi Shinohara, the voice actress known for her portrayal of Makoto Kino (Sailor Jupiter) in the beloved anime Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon (Sailor Moon), died on Sunday. She was 61. Shinohara had been undergoing medical treatment for an unspecified illness, but despite efforts, th...
2 years ago
Voice Actress Atsuko Tanaka Dies at 61
Renowned voice actress Atsuko Tanaka, best known for her role as Major Motoko Kusanagi in Koukaku Kidoutai (Ghost in the Shell), died on Tuesday. She was 61. In a heartfelt statement, Tanaka's son, Hikaru Tanaka, expressed his deep appreciation for the fans who supported his moth...
2 years ago
Rock Band Fujifabric Suspends Activities in 2025
Rock band Fujifabric announced on its official website that it will suspend its activities in February 2025. The band's members will go on new paths, and they are unsure if that path will lead back to the band. For now, they will pour their body and soul into their remaining per...
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Voice Actors Minami Tsuda, Tatsumaru Tachibana Announce Marriage
Voice actors Minami Tsuda and Tatsumaru Tachibana announced their marriage on their official X (formerly Twitter) accounts on Saturday. "I would like to announce that I, Minami Tsuda, have married voice actor Tatsumaru Tachibana. I will never forget my gratitude to everyone and...
2 years ago
Voice Actress Eiko Masuyama Dies at 89
Talent agency Aoni Production announced on that voice actress Eiko Masuyama, best known as Fujiko Mine in the Lupin III anime series, died on May 20 from pneumonia. She was 89. The funeral was held privately by her close relatives. Born in Tokyo in April 1936, Masuyama debuted as...
2 years ago
Voice Actor Takeo Ootsuka Announces Marriage
Voice actor Takeo Ootsuka announced his marriage on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday. Ootsuka had his start as a voice actor when he voiced minor characters in the Amanchu! television anime in 2016. He had his major debut in 2018 when he starred as the lead character Li...
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