[NHK Culture] Special Lecture by Voice Actor Hiroki Yasumoto: An Inside Look at Character Building

Voice Actor and Narrator: Hiroki Yasumoto

A special lecture by Hiroki Yasumoto, who has brought numerous characters to life with his deep, resonant voice and solid acting skills—including Hozuki from 'Hozuki's Coolheadedness,' Yasutora Sado from 'BLEACH,' and Hooen Byodoin from 'The Prince of Tennis II'—will be held at the NHK Culture Aoyama Center.

Yasumoto is known for his unique, instantly recognizable voice, often playing calm, cool, and dignified characters. As a 'voice performer' active in narrations, MC roles, and radio hosting, he will discuss his process for building characters, how he approaches his voice, and what he values most in his professional work.

This event offers a special opportunity to glimpse behind the scenes of his creative work and experience his past, present, and future.

* Advance questions are currently being accepted until Friday, May 29. https://forms.gle/EEwAs6TKvETTWyjA9

Living by Voice: Hiroki Yasumoto on the Current State of Expression

Lecturer: Voice Actor/Narrator Hiroki Yasumoto Format: In-person (classroom) and Online Date & Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 19:30–20:30 Fee: In-person: 6,864 yen (tax included, no membership required) Online: 4,400 yen (tax included, no membership required) Organizer: NHK Culture Aoyama Center