Taiki Matsuno
Voice actor in anime and games
Born
1967
59 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
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Engaged in voice acting primarily in anime and video games. Worked on various notable projects, contributing to characters that resonated with audiences. Gained recognition for performances in roles that highlighted versatility and depth. Made lasting contributions to the industry through significant collaborations and memorable character portrayals.
Voiced Aki in 'Chainsaw Man'
Contributed to 'Dorohedoro' as Caiman
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