Anime Voice Actors With the Most Credits, Ranked

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Many Japanese voice actors, known as seiyū, have incredibly long and impressive careers – their work practically covers the entire history of anime. You’ll hear these performers in popular action shows, critically acclaimed science fiction, emotional dramas, and even video games and dubbed movies, sometimes all at the same time.

Here’s a list of 15 highly successful Japanese voice actors, known for their extensive work. For each actor, we’ll give a brief overview of their career, highlight some of their most famous characters, and share the number of roles they’ve performed, according to a trusted source.

15. Megumi Hayashibara

I’ve been a fan of Megumi Hayashibara for years, and it’s amazing how her voice has been a part of so many iconic anime across different generations! I first knew her as the cool and mysterious Rei Ayanami from ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion,’ but she’s also the spunky Faye Valentine in ‘Cowboy Bebop,’ the powerful Lina Inverse from ‘Slayers,’ and even played the female and child versions of Ranma in ‘Ranma ½’! And she’s not just those roles – she’s Ai Haibara from ‘Detective Conan’ and Jessie from ‘Pokémon’ too! It’s incredible – she’s voiced characters in a whopping 361 different roles!

Hayashibara is a talented performer who works as a singer, songwriter, radio host, and voice actress. She was a major influence on anime soundtracks in the 1990s and still stars in popular projects today, like the recent ‘Shaman King’ revival and various films and games. She often plays intelligent and calm characters, but she’s incredibly versatile, able to perform everything from dry humor to over-the-top comedic roles.

14. Norio Wakamoto

Norio Wakamoto is a prolific voice actor famous for his deep bass voice, which you’ve likely heard in many anime and narration projects. He’s best known for voicing iconic characters like Perfect Cell from ‘Dragon Ball Z’, Johnny from ‘Gungrave’, and Charles zi Britannia in ‘Code Geass’. He also famously provided the voice for Chiyo’s father in ‘Azumanga Daioh’. He has an impressive catalog of work, with over 417 credited roles.

Wakamoto is a highly sought-after voice actor, well-known for his work in video games and dubbing. He’s famously voiced M. Bison in several ‘Street Fighter’ games and often brings a dramatic quality to villainous characters in various franchises. He’s also a prominent voice for narration and commercials throughout Japan.

13. Hikaru Midorikawa

As a huge anime and gaming fan, I’ve always been impressed by Hikaru Midorikawa’s voice work. He just brings this really cool, dignified energy to *all* his characters – whether they’re the hero or the villain. Think Heero Yuy from ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Wing,’ or Marth in the ‘Fire Emblem’ games. Even characters like Zelgadis from ‘Slayers’ and Garou from ‘One-Punch Man’ really benefit from his performance. He’s voiced a ton of roles – over 423, actually!

Midorikawa has been a consistent presence in the industry since the late 1980s, easily moving between roles as cool leading characters, serious thinkers, and lighthearted comedic figures. He’s particularly well-loved by fans for his voice work as Akihiko Sanada in ‘Persona 3’ and Lancer in ‘Fate/Zero’.

12. Tomokazu Seki

As a longtime anime fan and critic, I’ve followed Tomokazu Seki’s career for years, and the range is just incredible. He can effortlessly jump between roles – one minute he’s a fiery mecha pilot like Domon Kasshu from ‘G Gundam’, the next a cool and collected strategist like Van Fanel in ‘The Vision of Escaflowne’. He’s even got that softer side, beautifully portrayed in characters like Toya Kinomoto from ‘Cardcaptor Sakura’. But don’t let that fool you – he’s also fantastic at playing complex, even arrogant characters, like Gilgamesh from ‘Fate/stay night’ or the intense Shinya Kogami from ‘Psycho-Pass’. Honestly, with a resume boasting over 457 roles, the guy’s a true voice acting powerhouse!

As a huge anime and gaming fan, I’ve always recognized Seki’s voice – it’s instantly recognizable! He’s the voice behind some iconic characters like Rob Lucci from ‘One Piece’, Toji from ‘Evangelion’, and even the classic Suneo from ‘Doraemon’. But it’s not just anime; he’s a big presence in games too, like ‘Viewtiful Joe’ and ‘Persona 4’. What really impresses me is how versatile he is – he can play everything from noble heroes to wacky comedic roles and chilling villains with equal skill.

11. Junichi Suwabe

Voice actor Junichi Suwabe is famous for his distinctive, deep voice, which made characters like Archer from ‘Fate/stay night’, Aizawa (Eraser Head) from ‘My Hero Academia’, and Ryomen Sukuna from ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ instantly memorable. He has voiced a total of 463 characters throughout his career.

Junichi Suwabe is a versatile voice actor who can convincingly play both cool, detached characters and sophisticated villains. He’s well-known for roles like Atobe Keigo in ‘Prince of Tennis,’ Grimmjow in the ‘Bleach’ video games, and characters in ‘Black Clover.’ He also frequently provides the Japanese dubbing for major Hollywood films.

10. Yūichi Nakamura

Yūichi Nakamura is a highly popular voice actor today, famous for characters like Satoru Gojo from ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’, Bruno Bucciarati in ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind’, Tomoya Okazaki from ‘Clannad’, and Alto Saotome in ‘Macross Frontier’. He has voiced a remarkable 475 characters throughout his career.

This voice actor is known for playing a diverse range of characters, from gentle leaders to cunning advisors. He’s voiced prominent roles in popular anime like ‘Fruits Basket’ (as Shigure), ‘The Irregular at Magic High School’ (as Tatsuya), and ‘World Trigger’ (as Jin). He’s also contributed to many well-known video games, including the ‘Final Fantasy’ and ‘Genshin Impact’ series.

9. Akira Ishida

As a huge anime fan, I’ve always been captivated by voice actors who can truly *become* their characters, and Akira Ishida is a master of that. He consistently brings so much depth and nuance to every role he plays. I mean, think about it – he’s the voice of iconic figures like Kaworu Nagisa from ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’, the complex Gaara in ‘Naruto’, the hilarious Kotaro Katsura in ‘Gintama’, and even Zeref from ‘Fairy Tail’! Apparently, he’s voiced a whopping 487 characters throughout his career – that’s incredible range!

I’ve always loved how Ishida-sensei creates such peaceful, almost ethereal characters, and they’re rarely simple ‘good guys’! He’s amazing at making people you root for even when they’re flawed – you can see it in everything from ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ to ‘Fruits Basket’ and even ‘Mobile Suit Gundam SEED’. And it’s cool how that same skill shows up in his work on films and games too – he really brings that depth to everything he does.

8. Kōichi Yamadera

Kōichi Yamadera is a highly versatile voice actor known for iconic anime roles like Spike Spiegel in ‘Cowboy Bebop’, Togusa in ‘Ghost in the Shell’, and Beerus in ‘Dragon Ball’. He also provides the Japanese voice for beloved Disney characters like Donald Duck and Stitch. He has an impressive catalog of work, with over 518 credited roles.

Known as the “voice chameleon” for his incredible range, this voice actor brings smooth, energetic, and rough characters to life. He’s lent his voice to popular anime like ‘Lupin III’, ‘Anpanman’, and ‘Bleach’, as well as numerous video game and anime collaborations.

7. Tomokazu Sugita

Tomokazu Sugita became famous for voicing Gintoki Sakata in ‘Gintama’, which opened the door to many other popular roles. He went on to voice characters like Kyon in ‘The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya’, young Joseph Joestar in ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’, and Yusuke Kitagawa in ‘Persona 5’. He has a vast body of work, with over 525 roles to his name.

Tomokazu Sugita is also known for voicing Ragna the Bloodedge in ‘BlazBlue’, Escanor in ‘The Seven Deadly Sins’, and Taro Sakamoto in ‘Sakamoto Days’. He’s particularly praised for his excellent comedic skills and ability to improvise, which he showcases in dramas, on the radio, and in variety shows.

6. Tesshō Genda

Tesshō Genda is a highly recognizable voice actor known for bringing powerful characters to life, including Kaido from ‘One Piece’, Kurama (Nine-Tails) from ‘Naruto’, and Optimus Prime in several ‘Transformers’ projects. He has over 560 credited roles.

Since the 1970s, he’s been a go-to voice actor for powerful, deep-toned roles. He’s a mainstay in both long-running series and big-budget dubs, and often provides the voice for famous action stars when movies and shows are translated from Japanese.

5. Toshiyuki Morikawa

Toshiyuki Morikawa is a voice actor known for bringing both compelling villains and noble heroes to life. He’s voiced iconic characters like Sephiroth from ‘Final Fantasy’, Yoshikage Kira from ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’, and Minato Namikaze from ‘Naruto’. He has a total of 564 credited roles.

He’s known for voicing characters like Kurosaki in ‘Bleach’ and Naraku in ‘Inuyasha’, and has a long career as a voice actor. Morikawa also runs Agency Axl One, where he helps develop up-and-coming voice talent.

4. Shin’ichiro Miki

Shinichiro Miki is a voice actor famous for bringing characters like Roy Mustang from ‘Fullmetal Alchemist’, Kisuke Urahara from ‘Bleach’, and James (Kojirō) from ‘Pokémon’ to life with his smooth tenor voice. He has over 568 credited roles.

I’ve always been impressed with this actor – he’s not just great at playing those cool, calculating characters. He *really* made an impact as Zechs in ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Wing,’ and I loved his work in ‘Initial D’ too! Seriously, the guy has a massive body of work – tons of video game roles and drama CDs alongside his anime appearances. It’s a huge portfolio, honestly.

3. Takahiro Sakurai

Takahiro Sakurai is a voice actor famous for playing iconic characters like Cloud Strife in ‘Final Fantasy’, Suzaku Kururugi in ‘Code Geass’, and Rohan Kishibe in ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’. He has over 568 credited roles.

Characters like Suguru Geto from ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’, Giyu Tomioka from ‘Demon Slayer’, and Reigen from ‘Mob Psycho 100’ are prime examples of Koki Sakurai’s range. He skillfully portrays characters both as calm, guiding figures and as frightening villains.

2. Miyuki Sawashiro

Miyuki Sawashiro is a versatile voice actress known for playing a wide variety of characters, from calm and collected strategists to strong, determined heroines. Some of her most popular roles include Kurapika from ‘Hunter x Hunter’, Celty from ‘Durarara!!’, Sinon from ‘Sword Art Online II’, and Jolyne Cujoh from ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean’. She has over 576 credited roles.

She’s the lead voice actor for popular anime like ‘Monogatari’, ‘No Game, No Life’, and ‘Go! Princess Precure’. Notably, she’s one of the few Japanese voice actors who has played the same character in both Japanese and English, showcasing her impressive language skills.

1. Takehito Koyasu

Takehito Koyasu is widely considered one of the best voice actors, delivering iconic performances in popular anime like ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’ (as Dio Brando), ‘Attack on Titan’ (as Zeke Jaeger), ‘Re:Zero’ (as Roswaal L. Mathers), and ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Wing’ (as Zechs Merquise). He has over 652 credited roles.

As a huge anime and cinema fan, I’ve noticed Koyasu Takehito’s voice *everywhere*. Seriously, from iconic characters like Kururu in ‘Sgt. Frog’ and Takahashi Keisuke in ‘Initial D’, to powerful figures like Kuzan/Aokiji in ‘One Piece’ and Takasugi Shinsuke in ‘Gintama’, he’s a total staple in major franchises. And it’s not just anime – he does a ton of work in video games and drama CDs too!

Tell us in the comments which voice actor you think has the most impressive vocal range, and what role you first recognized them in!

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2025-09-16 17:17