Hirotaka Shimasawa, professionally recognized by his stage name Chafûrin, emerged into the world on December 4, 1961, in the Japanese prefecture of Saitama. As a highly accomplished and renowned actor, he has etched a lasting imprint upon the entertainment industry, showcasing his remarkable versatility through a diverse array of iconic and memorable roles in an assortment of anime productions and feature films.
Noted Japanese voice actor, with a diverse range of credits to his name, has made significant contributions to the world of anime and film. One of his most notable works includes the 1996 anime series Escaflowne, a highly acclaimed production that showcases his versatility as a voice actor.
In addition to his work on Escaflowne, he has also lent his voice to the character of Shimajiro's Father in the 1993 TV series Shimajiro, a role he has reprised in numerous Shimajiro films. These films, including Shimajirô to fufu no daibôken - sukue nanairo no hana (2013),Gekijouban Shimajirou no wao!: Shimajirou to kujira no uta (2014),Gekijouban Shimajirou no wao!: Shimajirou to ookina ki (2015),Gekijouban Shimajirou no wao!: Shimajirou to niji no oashisu (2017),Shimajiro and the Rainbow Oasis (2017),and Shimajiro and the Rainbow Oasis (2018),demonstrate his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters.
Furthermore, he has also worked on the 1998 anime series Silent Möbius, as well as the 1996 anime series Dragon Ball GT, showcasing his range and adaptability as a voice actor.
