Chieko Aioi
Japanese actress and voice actress
Born
1934
92 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
Links & References
Acted in various Japanese films and television series. Provided voice work for animated shows and films, earning recognition in both fields. Participated in the entertainment industry for several decades, contributing significantly to Japanese media. Key roles included performances in popular series and involvement in projects that spanned different genres.
Voice of Doctor Kuroha in 'Futari wa Pretty Cure'
Roles in 'Kuroko's Basketball' and 'Yu-Gi-Oh!'
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