Yusuke Urameshi’s Voice Actor

Last Modified Sep 12, 2024 13:52 GMT
Yusuke Urameshi’s Voice Actor
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Yusuke Urameshi is voiced by Nozomu Sasaki in Japanese and Justin Cook in the English dub version.

While many anime series fade into obscurity after their initial run, Yu Yu Hakusho has remained a prominent fixture in the industry since its 1992 debut, garnering continued discussion and admiration over three decades. Yu Yu Hakusho follows the compelling journey of Yusuke Urameshi, evolving from a troubled youth into a valiant warrior tasked with safeguarding humanity against the threats of the spirit realm. With 112 episodes, the series not only captivated audiences but also solidified its status as a cornerstone of Funimation's catalog, as the company expanded its world beyond Dragon Ball.

Who is Yusuke Urameshi’s voice actor?

Yusuke Urameshi, the central figure in the beloved anime Yu Yu Hakusho, has been voiced by talented performers in both the Japanese and English renditions of the series.

In the original Japanese iteration, Yusuke is brought to life by the skilled voice actor Nozomu Sasaki. Sasaki's reputation in the anime sphere is illustrious, celebrated for his dynamic vocal abilities and adept portrayal of characters. Beyond Yu Yu Hakusho, his credits include memorable roles such as Gekko Hayate in Naruto, Mello in Death Note, and Shijō Kintō in Garo: Crimson Moon.

Meanwhile, in the English dubbed version, Yusuke was voiced by Justin Cook, who is a seasoned voice actor and producer who has lent his voice to numerous acclaimed anime productions. His rendition of Yusuke in Yu Yu Hakusho is acclaimed for its fidelity to the character's essence. He is also known for voicing Jurgen in Attack on Titan, Raditz, Cell Jr., Dende, Evil Buu, Super Buu and several other characters in the Dragon Ball series and Russell Tringham in Fullmetal Alchemist.

Also Read:- Yu Yu Hakusho Voice Actors

Who voiced the other characters in Yu Yu Hakusho?

Yu Yu Hakusho, renowned for its iconic status, features a vibrant array of characters who animate its intricate storyline with their unique personas and voices. In the native Japanese rendition, accomplished voice actors imbue these characters with vitality, intricately crafting their roles. Conversely, the English dubbing of the series introduces a distinct ensemble of voice actors, who adeptly take over their characters and do justice to the story.

  • Kazuma Kuwabara: voiced by Shigeru Chiba in Japanese and Christopher Sabat in English

  • Kurama: voiced by Megumi Ogata and Shigeru Nakahara (demon form) in Japanese and John Burgmeier in English

  • Hiei: was voiced by Nobuyuki Hiyama in Japanese and Chuck Huber in English

  • Koenma: was voiced by Mayumi Tanaka in Japanese and Sean Michael Teague in English

  • Keiko Yukimura: was voiced by Yuri Shiratori in Japanese and Laura Bailey in English

  • Botan: was voiced by Sanae Miyuki in Japanese and Cynthia Cranz in English

  • Genkai: was voiced by Hisako Kyoda and Megumi Hayashibara (young) in Japanese and Linda Young in English

See more:- Main Villain of Yu Yu Hakusho

FAQs on Yusuke Urameshi’s Voice Actor

A. Justin Cook, the English voice actor for Yusuke Urameshi, was 19 years old (born April 4th, 1982) when season 1 of the series aired (English dubbed aired 2002).

A. Yusuke Urameshi is portrayed by Takumi Kitamura in the live-action version of Yu Yu Hakusho.

A. Yusuke Shirai voices Kaname Hagiri in the Yu Yu Hakusho 100% Maji Battle game on Android.

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