Doraemon Voice Actor: Nobuyo Oyama, the iconic voice behind the beloved Japanese anime character Doraemon, has died at the age of 90. Her agency, Actors 7, confirmed the news, stating that Oyama passed away on September 29 due to natural causes.
A Legacy of Joy
Oyama's voice brought Doraemon to life for generations of children across Asia, from 1979 to 2005. The franchise, which includes TV shows, films, video games, and manga series, follows the adventures of Doraemon, a robotic cat from the 22nd century, and his friend Nobita.
Early Career and Worldwide Fame
Born in Tokyo, Oyama began her career in NHK's puppet show "Boo Foo Woo" (1960-1967). However, it was her role as Doraemon that catapulted her to global fame. The 1979 show is often referred to as the "Oyama edition" due to her iconic voice.
Tributes Pour In
Fans worldwide took to social media to pay tribute to Oyama, remembering her as the voice of their childhoods. Kazuhiko Inoue, voice actor of Kakashi in "Naruto," expressed gratitude for Oyama's support and hard work.