Tarusuke Shingaki
Tarusuke Shingaki (新垣 樽助, Shingaki Tarusuke), born Masaaki Shingaki (新垣 正明, Shingaki Masaaki), is a Japanese voice actor from Okinawa Prefecture.[1][2] Born on June 18, 1976, in Kumejima, he has built a prolific career spanning anime, video games, and films since the early 2000s, known for his deep, resonant voice and ability to portray both heroic figures and complex antagonists.[2][3] Currently affiliated with the talent agency Mausu Promotion, Shingaki has amassed over 150 credited roles, contributing to major franchises and earning recognition for his versatility across genres like action, fantasy, and drama.[4][1] Shingaki's breakthrough came with supporting roles in early 2000s anime, but he gained widespread acclaim for voicing Mirio Togata (Lemillion) in the superhero series My Hero Academia (2016–present), a character embodying optimism and strength that highlighted his dynamic range.[1] Other standout anime performances include Kariya Matou in the dark fantasy Fate/Zero (2011–2012) and Eishirō Kite in The Prince of Tennis II (2022–present).[1] In video games, he is celebrated for Kaname Date in the mystery thriller AI: The Somnium Files (2019) and its sequel, as well as Rashid in the fighting series Street Fighter V (2016) and Street Fighter 6 (2023), roles that showcase his skill in interactive media.[1][5] Beyond voice acting, Shingaki has performed theme songs for projects like Touken Ranbu Kai: Kyoden (2019) and contributed to international dubs, such as Ballister Boldheart in the animated film Nimona (2023).[1] His hobbies, including singing and playing guitar, inform his musical contributions, while his early training at the Image Technology Academy in 2001 marked the start of his professional journey under Mausu Promotion.[4][1] With ongoing work in games such as Honkai: Star Rail (2023) and recent projects including Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective (2025) and voicing Kondou Isami in Fate/Grand Order (2025), Shingaki remains a prominent figure in Japan's voice acting industry.[1][2]Early life and education
Upbringing in Okinawa
Tarusuke Shingaki, born Masaaki Shingaki on June 18, 1976, in Kumejima, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, spent his formative years immersed in the island's unique cultural environment.[1][6] His real name reflects his family registry, while he adopted the stage name "Tarusuke" in honor of his late grandfather's former name, a figure he knew only through portraits.[7] Growing up in Okinawa, Shingaki was deeply influenced by the Okinawan dialect, which he speaks fluently as a native skill.[4] His hobbies include playing the guitar and singing.[1][8] Shingaki stands at 172 cm tall and has blood type B.[9] These early experiences in Okinawa laid the foundation for his later move to Tokyo to pursue professional training.[10]Professional training
Shingaki relocated to Tokyo to pursue formal training in voice acting, enrolling in the Eizo Techno Academy, a vocational institution focused on audio-visual skills, while in his second year of university. He funded his studies through part-time work.[4][9][7] He completed his studies there, graduating in 2001.[4] Before adopting his stage name, Shingaki engaged in initial voice acting endeavors under his birth name, Masaaki Shingaki.[9] His hobbies—singing, skiing, and guitar playing—played a supportive role in his training, fostering vocal versatility and expressive abilities.[1] Additionally, his Okinawan roots equipped him with proficiency in the local dialect, aiding his performance range.[4]Career
Debut and early roles
Tarusuke Shingaki began his voice acting career in 2000 with the role of Kaname in the movie Jinro.[10] He adopted the stage name Tarusuke in honor of his late grandfather's former name shortly after, marking the start of his professional identity in the industry.[11] Upon completing his training at Eizo Techno Academy in 2001, Shingaki successfully auditioned for Mausu Promotion, securing his first agency affiliation and transitioning fully into professional voice acting.[4] His early anime credits were limited to small supporting parts, such as Guard D in the 2003 OVA Dead Leaves.[1] In 2004, he voiced minor characters including a teen in Chrono Crusade, a member of an actor group in Scrapped Princess (episode 18), and a neighbor in Scrapped Princess (episode 17).[1] These initial roles reflected the typical entry-level challenges for newcomers, involving uncredited or brief appearances amid competition for more prominent parts.[12] He also took on early dubbing work, including the role of a prison guard in a foreign drama in 2005.[12]Agency affiliation and professional growth
Tarusuke Shingaki joined Mausu Promotion in 2001 upon graduating from Eizo Techno Academy, establishing a long-term affiliation with the prominent Japanese talent agency that has supported his career as a voice actor.[7] He has remained with Mausu Promotion continuously since then, benefiting from its resources for training, auditions, and project placements in anime, dubbing, and other media.[4] Active professionally since 2000, Shingaki's tenure with the agency has spanned over two decades, enabling steady development in the competitive seiyuu industry. Throughout his career, Shingaki has shown notable growth in role diversity, evolving from initial minor supporting parts—such as dubbing a prison guard in a foreign drama—to more prominent lead and key supporting voices in anime series and video games.[7] This progression reflects his increasing versatility and recognition within the field, allowing him to take on complex characters that leverage his distinctive deep voice, often suited to portrayals of tough exteriors masking underlying compassion, commonly referred to as "jerks with hearts of gold."[13] In addition to voice acting, Shingaki has expanded his professional scope into narration, which has served as a primary focus since his early years, encompassing commercials, documentaries, and promotional content.[10] He has also ventured into singing, contributing character songs and performances for franchises like The Prince of Tennis, drawing on his skills in guitar and vocal training to diversify his contributions beyond dialogue.[10] This multifaceted growth underscores his adaptation to broader entertainment demands while maintaining a core emphasis on voice performance.[1]Career highlights
Breakthrough roles
Shingaki's portrayal of Kariya Matou in the anime series Fate/Zero (2011–2012) marked an early breakthrough, showcasing his ability to deliver intense dramatic performances as the tormented mage driven by desperation and familial loyalty.[14] In this role, Shingaki captured Kariya's tragic descent with a voice that conveyed raw anguish and subtle vulnerability, distinguishing it from his more typical supporting characters and earning recognition for its emotional depth.[10] His performance as Togusa in Ghost in the Shell: Arise (2013–2015) represented a significant entry into the sci-fi genre, where he voiced the grounded, everyman detective in a high-tech cyberpunk world.[15] This role highlighted Shingaki's versatility in portraying pragmatic, team-oriented figures amid complex narratives, contributing to the series' exploration of identity and technology.[10] A major heroic breakthrough came with Shingaki's voicing of Mirio Togata, known as Lemillion, in My Hero Academia starting from its third season in 2018 and continuing onward. As the optimistic and powerful UA High student, Shingaki employed an energetic, uplifting delivery that embodied Mirio's unyielding positivity and heroism, making the character a standout in the series' ensemble. Across these roles, Shingaki's voice technique emphasized dynamic range—from the strained intensity of Kariya to the steady reliability of Togusa and the vibrant enthusiasm of Mirio—demonstrating his growth within Mausu Promotion since joining in 2001.[7]Awards and nominations
Shingaki has received recognition primarily within the boys' love (BL) genre for his voice performances in drama CDs, through the annual BL Awards organized by the Japanese BL media platform Chil Chil. These awards, based on fan votes and industry input, highlight outstanding contributions to BL audio productions. In 2017, at the 8th BL Awards, Shingaki won first place in the Best BLCD Voice Actor category for his versatile and mature vocal delivery, particularly noted in roles from titles like Saozuru Tori wa Habatakanai (Twittering Birds Never Fly).[16] The following year, at the 9th BL Awards in 2018, he placed fourth in the same category, earning praise for his seductive and emotive range in works such as Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai.[17] His consistent acclaim in this niche underscores his ability to portray complex, charismatic characters, often blending intensity with subtlety, which has solidified his reputation among BL enthusiasts. Shingaki continued to earn placements in subsequent editions. He secured first place again at the 12th BL Awards in 2021 for his standout performance as Yashiro in Saozuru Tori wa Habatakanai, where his voice was lauded for deepening character immersion and emotional depth.[18] In 2022, he ranked third at the 13th BL Awards, reflecting ongoing impact in the genre.[19] More recently, at the 15th BL Awards in 2024, Shingaki placed second, with voters highlighting his "unique husky timbre and acting prowess" in productions like Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai.[20]| Year | Award | Category | Placement | Notable Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 8th BL Awards | Best BLCD Voice Actor | 1st | Saozuru Tori wa Habatakanai[16] |
| 2018 | 9th BL Awards | Best BLCD Voice Actor | 4th | Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai[17] |
| 2021 | 12th BL Awards | Best BLCD Voice Actor | 1st | Saozuru Tori wa Habatakanai (Yashiro)[18] |
| 2022 | 13th BL Awards | Best BLCD Voice Actor | 3rd | Various BLCD roles[19] |
| 2024 | 15th BL Awards | Best BLCD Voice Actor | 2nd | Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai[20] |
Filmography
Anime television series
Tarusuke Shingaki has voiced numerous characters in anime television series since his debut in the early 2000s, with credits documented across reputable anime databases.[21][1] The following table lists his roles in chronological order by initial broadcast year, focusing on television series appearances:| Year | Title | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 2001-2002 | Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002 | Thoram |
| 2002-2003 | Transformers: Armada | Billy |
| 2003-2004 | Midnight Horror School | Enton |
| 2004 | Fafner in the Azure | Ippei Tezuka |
| 2004-2012 | Bleach | Sadatomo Saionji |
| 2005 | Gallery Fake | Dario Garcini |
| 2005-2006 | Gunparade Orchestra | Eitaro Nagano |
| 2006-2007 | Shounen Onmyouji | Abe no Yoshimasa |
| 2007 | Big Windup! | Masaya Matsunaga |
| 2007 | Rocket Girls | Gordon Krenik |
| 2009-2010 | Fresh Pretty Cure! | Daisuke Chinen |
| 2010 | Demon King Daimao | Bouichirou Yamato |
| 2011 | Fate/Zero | Kariya Matou (main) |
| 2011-2012 | Beyblade: Metal Fury | Herschel |
| 2011 | Hanasaku Iroha | Tamio Oshimizu |
| 2011 | Natsume's Book of Friends Season 3 | Sick Youkai |
| 2012 | Accel World | Crimson Kingbolt |
| 2012 | Kingdom | Ba Jio |
| 2012 | Space Brothers | Carlo Greco |
| 2012 | The Knight in the Area | Yuusuke Saeki |
| 2012 | The Prince of Tennis II | Eishirou Kite |
| 2012 | Fate/Zero Season 2 | Kariya Matou (main) |
| 2012-2013 | Aikatsu! | Muraki |
| 2014 | The Irregular at Magic High School | Shigeru Sanada |
| 2014 | Argevollen | Maeda |
| 2014 | SoniAni: Super Sonico The Animation | Endou |
| 2014 | Francesca | Kazue Souma |
| 2015 | Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture | Togusa |
| 2015-2016 | Ushio and Tora | Izuna / Izumi |
| 2016 | The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. | Tsuyoshi Kongou |
| 2016 | Big Order | Abraham Louis Fran |
| 2016 | The Lost Village | Toriyasu |
| 2016 | Ozmafia!! | Caramia (main) |
| 2016 | Magic-Kyun! Renaissance | Masana Ichijouji |
| 2016 | Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru | Heshikiri Hasebe |
| 2016 | Bungo Stray Dogs Season 2 | Nathaniel Hawthorne |
| 2017 | Boruto: Naruto Next Generations | Kurobane |
| 2017 | Saga of Tanya the Evil | Ragald |
| 2017 | Kino's Journey -the Beautiful World- the Animated Series | Sakura's Father |
| 2018 | Pop Team Epic | Joseph |
| 2018 | Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru | Nagasone Kotetsu |
| 2018 | Hakyuu Hoshin Engi | Sei Li |
| 2018 | The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Season 2 | Tsuyoshi Kongou |
| 2018 | My Hero Academia Season 3 | Mirio Togata / Lemillion (main) |
| 2018 | Golden Kamuy | Zenjirou Shibukawa |
| 2018 | The Thousand Musketeers | Cane |
| 2018 | 100 Sleeping Princes and the Kingdom of Dreams | Frost |
| 2018 | Thunderbolt Fantasy: Sword Seekers 2 | Xiao Kuang Juan |
| 2018-2019 | Hinomaru Sumo | Norihiro Saenoyama |
| 2019 | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba | Tongue Demon |
| 2019 | AFTERLOST | Eiji |
| 2019 | Bungo Stray Dogs Season 3 | Nathaniel Hawthorne |
| 2019 | Given | Hanaoka |
| 2019-2020 | My Hero Academia Season 4 | Mirio Togata / Lemillion |
| 2020 | The Day I Became a God | Daichi Narukami |
| 2020 | Ikebukuro West Gate Park | Masaru Taniguchi |
| 2020 | Noblesse | Cadis Etrama Di Raizel (main) |
| 2020 | The Misfit of Demon King Academy | Krut Ludowell |
| 2020 | Magatsu Wahrheit | Fritz |
| 2020-2021 | Mewkledreamy | Kotoko's Father |
| 2021 | Vivy: Fluorite Eye's Song | Yugo Kakitani |
| 2021 | Night Head 2041 | Victor |
| 2021 | Selection Project | Shouko Miyama |
| 2021 | Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon Season 2 | Yamata |
| 2021 | AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline | Raymond Hardy |
| 2021-2022 | Mewkledreamy Mix! | Kotoko's Father |
| 2021 | My Hero Academia Season 5 | Mirio Togata / Lemillion |
| 2022 | Trapped in a Dating Sim | Balcus Fou Bartfort |
| 2022 | Orient Season 2 | Seiroku Inukawa |
| 2022 | The Prince of Tennis II: U-17 World Cup | Eishirou Kite |
| 2022 | VazzRock the Animation | Takaaki Mamiya |
| 2022 | My Hero Academia Season 6 | Mirio Togata / Lemillion |
| 2023 | Reborn to Master the Blade | Luke Eucus |
| 2023 | The Aristocrat's Otherworldly Adventure | Eric von Santana Malbeek |
| 2023 | The Devil is a Part-Timer! Season 3 | Barbariccia |
| 2023 | Frieren: Beyond Journey's End | Genau |
| 2023 | Bungo Stray Dogs Season 4 | Nathaniel Hawthorne |
| 2023 | Under Ninja | Katou |
| 2024 | Bartender: Glass of God | Uehara |
| 2024 | Touken Ranbu Kai: Kyoden Moyuru Honnouji | Heshikiri Hasebe |
| 2024 | Villainess Level 99 | King Varschine |
| 2025 | My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero's | Gilles Ash |
| 2025 | Cultural Exchange with a Game Centre Girl | Rainy With A Chance Of Sunshine |
| 2025 | Cardfight!! Vanguard: Divinez Deluxe Kesshou-hen | Terumitsu Myoudou |
| 2025 | Ishura Season 2 | Lagrex the Butchering Landslide |
| 2025 | OKITSURA: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl | Narrator |
Anime films
Shingaki has voiced characters in several feature-length anime films, often in supporting or minor roles that contribute to ensemble casts in action, fantasy, and drama genres. His early film work includes additional voices in Studio Ghibli's The Cat Returns (2002), a whimsical adventure directed by Hiroyuki Morita, where he provided uncredited support to the story of a girl transported to a cat kingdom.[22] In Dead Leaves (2004), an original sci-fi action film by Hiroyuki Imaishi, Shingaki lent his voice to Guard D, one of the prison security personnel in the chaotic narrative of two amnesiac criminals. His role as Togusa in Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie (2015), directed by Kazuya Nomura, marked a significant reprise from the character's appearances in related series, portraying the earnest detective navigating cyber-terrorism threats alongside Major Kusanagi.[23] In Buddha: The Great Departure (2014), Kozo Morishita's animated adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's manga, Shingaki voiced a minor Man character amid the epic tale of Siddhartha's enlightenment.[24] He also appeared as a Rescue Worker in the fantasy adventure Magical Sisters Yoyo & Nene (2013), directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, assisting in the magical escapades of two sisters.[25] In the Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel trilogy, Shingaki reprised Kariya Matou, a tormented magus from the franchise's lore, in Presage Flower (2017) directed by Tomonori Sudō and Spring Song (2020). His contributions extend to Fireworks (2017), Makoto Shinkai's coming-of-age story, where he voiced the Food Stall Owner in seaside festival scenes.[26] In the puppetry-inspired Thunderbolt Fantasy films, Shingaki played Xiaò Kuáng Juàn in The Sword of Life and Death (2017) and its 2020 sequel Bewitching Melody of the West, both directed by Michael Mak.[27][28] Shingaki's involvement in the Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya spin-off film Vow in the Snow (2017), directed by Mamoru Yamamoto, featured him as a Rider Card User in the magical girl battles.[29] He voiced Yashiro, a complex yakuza figure, in the dramatic adaptation Twittering Birds Never Fly: The Clouds Gather (2020), based on Yojiro Suga's manga and directed by Kaoru Toshiyuki.[30] In the My Hero Academia film series, Shingaki portrayed the heroic Lemillion/Mirio Togata in Two Heroes (2018) directed by Kenji Nagasaki, Heroes Rising (2019) by the same director, World Heroes' Mission (2021) by Kenji Nagai, and You're Next (2024) by Tensai Okamura, emphasizing the character's permeation quirk in high-stakes superhero conflicts.[31] Additionally, in The First Slam Dunk (2022), Takehiko Inoue's basketball drama, he provided the voice for the Referee.[32]| Film Title | Year | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cat Returns | 2002 | Additional Voices | Hiroyuki Morita | Uncredited ensemble in Ghibli fantasy. |
| Dead Leaves | 2004 | Guard D | Hiroyuki Imaishi | Prison guard in sci-fi chaos. |
| Magical Sisters Yoyo & Nene | 2013 | Rescue Worker | Kunihiko Yuyama | Support in magical adventure.[25] |
| Buddha: The Great Departure | 2014 | Man | Kozo Morishita | Minor in historical epic.[24] |
| Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie | 2015 | Togusa | Kazuya Nomura | Detective in cyberpunk action. |
| Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel I. Presage Flower | 2017 | Kariya Matou | Tomonori Sudō | Magus in dark fantasy. |
| Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya: Vow in the Snow | 2017 | Rider Card User | Mamoru Yamamoto | Magical antagonist element.[29] |
| Fireworks | 2017 | Food Stall Owner | Makoto Shinkai | Background in romance drama.[26] |
| Thunderbolt Fantasy: The Sword of Life and Death | 2017 | Xiaò Kuáng Juàn | Michael Mak | Warrior in wuxia puppet animation.[27] |
| My Hero Academia: Two Heroes | 2018 | Lemillion / Mirio Togata | Kenji Nagasaki | Hero in superpower film. |
| My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising | 2019 | Lemillion / Mirio Togata | Kenji Nagasaki | Team-up adventure. |
| Twittering Birds Never Fly: The Clouds Gather | 2020 | Yashiro | Kaoru Toshiyuki | Lead antagonist in BL drama.[30] |
| Thunderbolt Fantasy: Bewitching Melody of the West | 2020 | Xiào Kuáng Juàn | Michael Mak | Sequel warrior role.[28] |
| Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. Spring Song | 2020 | Kariya Matou | Tomonori Sudō | Trilogy conclusion. |
| My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission | 2021 | Lemillion / Mirio Togata | Kenji Nagai | Global hero mission. |
| The First Slam Dunk | 2022 | Referee | Takehiko Inoue | Sports official in basketball film.[32] |
| My Hero Academia: You're Next | 2024 | Mirio Togata | Tensai Okamura | Recent franchise entry.[31] |
Original video animations
Tarusuke Shingaki has provided voice work for numerous original video animations (OVAs) and original net animations (ONAs), often portraying supporting or key characters in action, fantasy, and sci-fi genres. His roles in these non-theatrical formats span from early 2000s direct-to-video projects to more recent streaming series, showcasing his versatility in dubbing authoritative figures, antagonists, and protagonists alike.[1] Notable among these is his portrayal of Togusa, the earnest detective and team member, in the Ghost in the Shell: Arise OVA series (2013–2015), which consists of five episodes released over two years, later compiled into a theatrical film.[1] In the ONA Pokémon: Twilight Wings (2020), a seven-episode web series exclusive to the Pokémon YouTube channel, Shingaki voiced Milo (Yarrow in Japanese), the Grass-type Gym Leader known for his farming background and optimistic demeanor.[33] Other significant OVA roles include Cadis Etrama Di Raizel, the powerful noble awakening after centuries of slumber, in Noblesse: Awakening (2016), a single-episode adaptation of the webtoon.[34] In Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (2009–2011), he lent his voice to Specter across three episodes (5–6 and 9) in the 26-episode OVA series retelling the Holy War mythos.[1] Shingaki also voiced Eishirō Kite, the intense tennis prodigy, in The Prince of Tennis: The National Tournament OVA series (2006–2008), appearing in multiple episodes of the seven-volume release.[1]| Title | Year | Role | Format Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tristia of the Deep Blue Sea | 2004 | Aide | OVA, Episode 2 of 3 |
| Demon Prince Enma | 2006 | Gōda | OVA, Episode 4 of 6 |
| My-Otome Zwei | 2006–2007 | Greg Bowman | OVA, Episode 2 of 3 |
| The Prince of Tennis: The National Tournament | 2006–2008 | Eishirō Kite | OVA series, multiple episodes across 7 volumes |
| Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas | 2009–2011 | Specter | OVA, Episodes 5–6, 9 of 26 |
| Fantasista Stella | 2013 | Hidetatsu Kohazo | OVA, 1 episode |
| Ghost in the Shell: Arise | 2013–2015 | Togusa | OVA series, 5 episodes |
| Big Order | 2015 | Abraham Louis Fran | OVA, 1 episode |
| Akatsuki no Yona | 2015 | King Hiryuu | OVA, 1 episode |
| Noblesse: Awakening | 2016 | Cadis Etrama Di Raizel | OVA, 1 episode |
| Pokémon: Twilight Wings | 2020 | Milo (Yarrow) | ONA, 7 episodes |
| Golden Kamuy | 2022 | Zenjiro Shibukawa | OVA, Episode 2 of 6 |
| This table summarizes Shingaki's verified OVA and ONA contributions, drawn from production credits; episode counts reflect his specific appearances where documented.[1][5] |
Video games
Shingaki has lent his voice to a wide array of characters in Japanese video games, often portraying energetic protagonists, warriors, or mysterious figures in action, RPG, and fighting genres. His performances emphasize dynamic delivery suited to interactive storytelling, contributing to titles across platforms like PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.[35][1] Notable roles include Rashid, a high-mobility fighter known as the "Soaring Eagle of the Desert" who uses parkour and wind-based techniques, in Street Fighter V (2016, PlayStation 4, Windows) and its sequel Street Fighter 6 (2023, PlayStation 5, Windows).[36][37][38] In the adventure game AI: The Somnium Files (2019, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows), Shingaki voiced Kaname Date, a detective and Psyncer who investigates crimes by entering suspects' dreams using advanced brain technology; he reprised the role in the sequel AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative (2022, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows) and the spin-off No Sleep for Kaname Date - From AI: The Somnium Files (2025, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows).[39][1][40] Shingaki portrayed Oliver Collins, a success-oriented young man grappling with memory loss in a post-apocalyptic world, in the action RPG Code Vein (2019, PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox One).[41][1] As Phantom, an enigmatic masked ally with shadow manipulation abilities, he appeared in the mobile gacha RPG Dragalia Lost (2018, iOS, Android).[41][1] In the tactical RPG Fire Emblem: Awakening (2012, Nintendo 3DS), Shingaki voiced Stahl, a loyal cavalier from the Kingdom of Ylisse known for his steadfast personality and mounted combat skills, along with additional roles like Gerome, a wyvern rider seeking vengeance.[41][1] Other significant contributions include Xu Sheng, a strategic general in the historical action game Dynasty Warriors 9 (2018, PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox One), and Ithilion, a scholarly ally in the tactical RPG Unicorn Overlord (2024, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series).[41][1]Audio dramas
Shingaki Tarusuke has contributed to various audio drama productions, primarily in the form of drama CDs and sound dramas, often portraying complex characters in BL (boys' love) and fantasy genres. His performances emphasize emotional depth and nuanced dialogue delivery in non-visual formats.[1] Notable roles include Kariya Matou in the Fate/Zero sound drama series, released between 2008 and 2010 by Nitroplus and Type-Moon, where he voiced the troubled magus entangled in the Holy Grail War.[42] In the sports comedy Mr. Fullswing drama CD series, Shingaki voiced Inukai Mei starting with volume 1, released on June 24, 2005, by Shueisha, depicting the character's role in a high school baseball team's dynamics.[43]| Title | Year | Role | Production Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackass! | 2017 | Aramaki | Drama CD adaptation of Scarlet Beriko's manga, released November 2017 by Shinshokan; 1 disc.[44][45] |
| Twittering Birds Never Fly (Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai) | 2013–ongoing | Yashiro | Multi-volume drama CD series based on Kou Yoneda's manga, produced by Frontier Works; volume 1 released October 23, 2013 (2 discs), with latest volume 9 on April 23, 2025; Shingaki has voiced the yakuza boss across all volumes.[46][47] |
| Sex Suit Love Battle (Sekkusu Sūtsu Rabu Batoru) | 2019 | Ibuki Keisuke | Original BL drama CD by Super Sonic, released October 11, 2019 (2 discs); co-starring Ryota Takeuchi as Taga Masatsugu.[48][49] |
| High School Boys, For the First Time (Danshi Kōkōsei, Hajimete no) – Sweeten Me, Sensei (Ama yaka shite yo Sensei) | 2017 | Onda Jin | Volume 6 of the original BL series by Ginger Records, released October 2017 (1 disc); portraying a student-teacher dynamic.[50][51] |
Dubbing
Live-action
[No verified live-action dubbing roles found in available sources as of November 2025.]Animation
Shingaki has contributed to international animated dubs, including:| Title | Year | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nimona | 2023 | Ballister Boldheart | English-language animated film directed by Nick Bruno and Troy Quane.[2] |
Dubbing
Live-action
Tarusuke Shingaki has contributed to Japanese dubs of various international live-action television series and films, often voicing supporting characters in high-profile Hollywood and foreign productions. His dubbing work in this area began in the early 2000s and expanded to include roles in popular American dramas and action series, showcasing his versatility in portraying intense, authoritative figures.[4] In the CBS reboot of Hawaii Five-0 (2010–2020), Shingaki provided the voice for Chin Ho Kelly, originally portrayed by Daniel Dae Kim, a key member of the elite task force navigating crime in Hawaii. Similarly, in the ABC series Lost (2004–2010), he dubbed Jin-Soo Kwon, played by Daniel Dae Kim, the resilient Korean survivor central to the show's island mysteries. For the Korean historical drama The Moon Embracing the Sun (2012), Shingaki voiced the adult King Lee Hwon (Kim Soo-hyun) and the young version (Yeo Jin-goo), capturing the monarch's emotional depth amid palace intrigue.[4] Shingaki's film dubbing includes the role of Biff Tannen in the TV Tokyo version of Back to the Future Part III (1990), originally performed by Thomas F. Wilson, bringing the bully's comedic menace to Japanese audiences. In Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York (2002), he voiced Jimmy Spoils, enacted by Brendan Gleeson, a tough enforcer in the film's gritty 19th-century underworld. Additionally, in the thriller How to Get Away with Murder (2014–2020), Shingaki dubbed Wes Gibbins, portrayed by Alfred Enoch, the ambitious law student entangled in legal scandals. Other notable contributions encompass voices in Under the Dome (2013–2015) as Junior Rennie (Alexander Koch), OZ (1997–2003) as Grover, and ER (1994–2009) as White in supporting medical roles.[4]| Title | Year | Original Actor | Character Dubbed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Five-0 | 2010–2020 | Daniel Dae Kim | Chin Ho Kelly |
| Lost | 2004–2010 | Daniel Dae Kim | Jin-Soo Kwon |
| The Moon Embracing the Sun | 2012 | Kim Soo-hyun / Yeo Jin-goo | King Lee Hwon (adult/young) |
| Back to the Future Part III (TV Tokyo ed.) | 1990 | Thomas F. Wilson | Biff Tannen |
| Gangs of New York | 2002 | Brendan Gleeson | Jimmy Spoils |
| How to Get Away with Murder | 2014–2020 | Alfred Enoch | Wes Gibbins |
| Ugly Betty | 2006–2010 | Jorge Enrique Abello | Armando Mendoza |