Toru Furuya

Born:31 Juli 1953

Place of Birth:Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Known For:Acting

Biography

Toru Furuya, a distinguished narrator and seiyū, was born on July 31, 1953, in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. His journey into the world of acting began in his childhood when he became a member of Gekidan Himawari, a renowned children's acting troupe. Currently associated with the esteemed talent management firm Aoni Production, Furuya has left an indelible mark on the world of Japanese voice acting.

Furuya is widely recognized for his iconic portrayals of characters such as Amuro Ray in the original Mobile Suit Gundam series and its subsequent sequels, Pegasus Seiya in Saint Seiya, and Mamoru Chiba/Tuxedo Mask in Sailor Moon. His versatile voice has also brought to life beloved characters like Yamcha in Dragon Ball Z and Kyosuke Kasuga in Kimagure Orange Road. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the first and only seiyu to voice Mario in Japanese.

In his illustrious career, Furuya also took on the pseudonym Noboru Sōgetsu for his role as Ribbons Almark in Mobile Suit Gundam 00, marking a departure from the Universal Century Gundam series. His collaboration with fellow voice actors, including the late Hirotaka Suzuoki and Shuichi Ikeda, has been a testament to his camaraderie within the industry. Furuya's friendship with Ikeda, who portrayed Char in the Gundam series, further showcases the deep connections he has forged over the years.

Beyond his professional achievements, Furuya's personal life has also been a subject of interest to fans. He was previously married to fellow seiyuu Mami Koyama, with whom he amicably parted ways in 1983. Subsequently, he found love again with seiyuu Satomi Majima, known for her role in Stop!! Hibari-kun!. This glimpse into his personal life adds another layer of intrigue to the man behind the iconic voices that have resonated with audiences for decades.

With a career spanning numerous iconic roles and a voice that has become synonymous with beloved characters, Toru Furuya has solidified his status as a legend in the world of Japanese voice acting. His contributions to anime and entertainment continue to captivate audiences around the globe, making him a revered figure in the industry. As he continues to lend his voice to memorable characters, Furuya's legacy only grows stronger, leaving an enduring impact on generations of fans and aspiring voice actors alike.

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Paprika

Kosaku Tokita (voice)

2006

When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patient's dreams is stolen, all hell breaks loose. Only a young female therapist can stop it and recover it before damage is done: Paprika.

Pokémon: The First Movie

Sorao (voice)

1998

Determined to prove its superiority, a bio-engineered Pokémon called Mewtwo lures Ash, Pikachu and others into a Pokemon match like none before.

One Piece Film: GOLD

Sabo (voice)

2016

The glittering Gran Tesoro, a city of entertainment beyond the laws of the government, is a sanctuary for the world’s most infamous pirates, Marines, and filthy rich millionaires. Drawn by dreams of hitting the jackpot, Captain Luffy and his crew sail straight for the gold. But behind the gilded curtains lies a powerful king whose deep pockets and deeper ambitions spell disaster for the Straw Hats and the New World alike.

Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might

Yamcha (voice)

1990

Goku and friends must stop a band of space pirates from consuming fruit from the Tree of Might before it's destructive powers drain Earth's energy.

Dragon Ball: The Path to Power

Yamcha (voice)

1996

A retelling of Dragon Ball's origin with a different take on the meeting of Goku, Bulma, and Kame-Sen'nin. It also retells the Red Ribbon Army story; but this time they find Goku rather than Goku finding them.

Sailor Moon R: The Movie - The Promise of the Rose

Mamoru Chiba / Tuxedo Mask (voice)

1993

While enjoying the flower gardens, Sailor Moon and friends encounter an old childhood friend of Mamoru's: an alien! He's come back to give Mamoru a special flower but doesn't like Usagi and the rest of the planet's inhabitants. Sailor Moon must defend the earth from the evil Kisenian Flower he's brought back... before the evil vines and blossoms overrun the planet!

Bleach the Movie: Hell Verse

Shuren (voice)

2010

Hell – A place where beings that have committed mortal sins during their lifetime are sent. It is a realm where even Soul Reapers are forbidden to interfere. When a group of vicious Sinners plot to escape from this eternal prison, they discover that Substitute Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki is the key to their freedom.

Sailor Moon SuperS: The Movie - Black Dream Hole

Mamoru Chiba / Tuxedo Mask (voice)

1995

The wicked Badiyanu has come to capture all Earth's children to gain enough power to absorb the planet in her Black Dream Hole. The Black Dream Hole is in Badiyanu's castle and absorbs the dream energy from children. The more children Badiyanu kidnaps, the larger the dream hole gets. The Sailor Team must save Earth's children and prevent the Black Dream Hole from enveloping the entire planet!

Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island

Amuro Ray (voice)

2022

After a covert mission goes wrong, Mobile Suit pilot Amuro Ray and his comrades are stranded on a remote island. The battalion was sent to a land called the Island of No Return to clear off any enemy forces, only to find a group of children and an enemy mecha attack. Now Amuro must find a way for them all to escape this mysterious land, but not before meeting a strange man—Cucuruz Doan.

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin VI – Rise of the Red Comet

Amuro Ray (voice)

2018

The episode will focus on the young Zeon ace Char Aznable earning his "Red Comet" nom de guerre, as well as the beginnings of the Federation's "Project V" weapons project that will eventually birth the RX-78-2 Gundam.

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin III - Dawn of Rebellion

Amuro Ray (voice)

2016

Universal Century 0074. Since leaving Texas Colony, Édouard Mass has camouflaged his identity and enrolled in the Autonomous Republic of Zeon's Space Defense Military Academy under the name of Char Aznable. He develops a friendship with his classmate Garma, a scion of the Zabi family. Gradually the two become admired by the other students. Then, in Universal Century 0077, the young at last rise up in arms and begin the fight for independence against the Earth Federation's security forces. This rebellion, however, also marks the beginning of Char’s spectacular scenario of revenge… Now, the gears of history are turning!