Masaaki Ihara

Masaaki Ihara

Personal Details

Biography

Masaaki Ihara, a Japanese seiyū of remarkable distinction, hailing from the picturesque Osaka Prefecture, where the vibrant cityscapes and serene landscapes serve as a constant source of inspiration, has established himself as a prominent figure in the voice acting industry, proudly affiliated with the esteemed Ken Production, a renowned agency renowned for its exceptional talent pool and commitment to fostering a culture of excellence in the world of voice acting.

Ihara's life took a significant turn on July 5, marking the commencement of his illustrious career as a voice actor, a path that was carefully nurtured through his graduation from the 15th upper class of School Duo, a renowned and esteemed institution renowned for its rigorous training programs specifically designed for aspiring voice actors, which, incidentally, is situated adjacent to Ken Production, a prominent player in the industry.

Notably, Ihara stands out for his exceptional array of special skills, which comprises a wide range of impressive attributes, including his exceptional proficiency in the physically demanding and highly competitive sport of rugby, his remarkable ability to converse fluently and articulately in the widely spoken international language of English, and his impressive mastery of the distinctive and unique Osaka dialect, which is a hallmark of his cultural heritage and regional identity.

When he's not devoting his time and expertise to animating characters with his captivating voice acting skills, Ihara can often be discovered engaging in his cherished leisure activities, which include immersing himself in the thrilling realm of spine-tingling horror movies, allowing the eerie atmosphere to heighten his senses and stimulate his creative juices.

Career

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2023
The Fire Hunter
The Fire Hunter as Shouzou's Father (voice)
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The Legendary Hero Is Dead!
The Legendary Hero Is Dead! as Punitive Force (voice)
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{"id":216136,"title":"Drifting Home","year":"2022","character":"Yuta Kumagaya (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/drifting-home","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67vmvd8qlfr0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67vmvd8qlfr0.jpg"},"released":1}
2022
Drifting Home
Drifting Home as Yuta Kumagaya (voice)
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Soredemo Ayumu wa yosetekuru
Soredemo Ayumu wa yosetekuru as Urushi's Grandfather (voice)
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To Your Eternity
To Your Eternity as Kolkoda (voice)
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2021
The Case Study of Vanitas
The Case Study of Vanitas as Invited guest B (voice)
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Mars Red
Mars Red as Ambassador to Japan (voice)
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2020
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish as Additional Voices (voice)
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{"id":136993,"title":"Lupin III: Goodbye Partner","year":"2019","character":"Special Command Captain (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lupin-iii-goodbye-partner","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_136993.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_136993.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
Lupin III: Goodbye Partner
Lupin III: Goodbye Partner as Special Command Captain (voice)
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