Hiroshi Masuoka (voice actor) facts for kids
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Hiroshi Masuoka
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| 増岡 弘 | |
| Born | August 7, 1936 Minami, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
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| Died | March 21, 2020 (aged 83) |
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| Years active | 1958–2019 |
| Agent | Haikyō |
| Height | 167 cm (5 ft 6 in) |
Hiroshi Masuoka (増岡 弘, Masuoka Hiroshi, August 7, 1936 – March 21, 2020) was a famous Japanese actor and narrator. He was best known for lending his voice to many popular animated characters. He worked for a company called Tokyo Actor's Consumer's Cooperative Society. Masuoka retired from his long career in August 2019. He passed away on March 21, 2020, at the age of 83.
Who Was Hiroshi Masuoka?
Hiroshi Masuoka was a talented Japanese performer. He worked as an actor, a voice actor, and a narrator. A voice actor is someone who uses their voice to bring animated characters to life. A narrator tells a story or provides information, often for TV shows or movies.
His Famous Voices
Masuoka-san, as he was often called, voiced some very well-known characters. One of his most famous roles was Masuo Fuguta. This character is from the popular Japanese animated show Sazae-san. He also voiced Jam Ojisan in the series Soreike! Anpanman.
Another important role was Kame-Sennin. He voiced this character in the last episodes of Dragon Ball Z. He continued to voice Kame-Sennin throughout the entire Dragon Ball GT series. These roles made him a beloved voice for many fans.
A Long Career
Hiroshi Masuoka began his acting career in 1958. He worked steadily for over 60 years. His career ended when he retired in August 2019. He was a respected figure in the Japanese entertainment world.
