Kazuhiro Yamaji

Actor and voice actor in Japan

Kazuhiro Yamaji - Actor and voice actor in Japan
Born

June 4th, 1954
71 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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Born in 1954, a significant figure in the Japanese entertainment industry, this individual gained recognition for work in both live-action and animated formats. Roles in popular anime series and films contributed to a distinguished career in voice acting, showcasing versatility in character portrayals. In addition to voice work, appearances in various television dramas further established a strong presence in Japanese media.

Voice role in 'Cowboy Bebop'

Voice role in 'Gundam Wing'

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