Masuo Fuguta, a notable and memorable character in the renowned Japanese anime series Sazae-san, was voiced by a talented and skilled Japanese voice actor, who also had the distinction of lending his voice to the iconic role of Jam Ojisan in Soreike! Anpanman, a character that has become deeply ingrained in Japanese popular culture.
This accomplished voice actor, known for his versatility and range, went on to take on the character of Kame-Sennin in the final episodes of the highly acclaimed anime series Dragon Ball Z and throughout the entirety of its sequel, Dragon Ball GT, following the passing of the original voice actor, Kōhei Miyauchi, who had previously brought the character to life.
Throughout his career, this voice actor was affiliated with the esteemed Tokyo Actor's Consumers' Cooperative Society, a testament to his dedication and commitment to his craft.
On August 5th, 2019, a significant announcement was made public, revealing that a renowned Japanese voice actor had reached a life-changing decision, namely, to retire from the profession.