Fumihiko Tachiki

Fumihiko Tachiki is a Japanese voice actor, actor, and narrator represented by Office Osawa. He is instantly recognizable for his deep, resonant voice that has brought to life some of anime's most memorable characters. From the cold, calculating Gendo Ikari in Neon Genesis Evangelion to the wild, battle-hungry Kenpachi Zaraki in Bleach, Tachiki has voiced over 200 anime series and 100 video games. He also narrates Pride Fighting Championships and Dream MMA broadcasts. In 2022, he won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 16th Seiyu Awards. Fans know him as the voice of authority, menace, and unexpected comedy. As of 2026, he continues active roles in Akane-banashi and Dandelion. [edit]

Tachiki was born on April 29, 1961, in Minami-Matsuura District, Nagasaki Prefecture (present-day Gotō, Nagasaki). He stands 174 cm tall with blood type A. Before stepping into a recording booth, he worked as a blues singer, which likely shaped his famously deep, gravelly voice. He began his voice acting career in 1982, but his first credited television animation role didn't come until 1990, when he voiced Nakama and Tooru in Be-Bop High School. In 1991, he played Mr. Pitcher in Anime Himitsu no Hanazono. Throughout the early 1990s, he built a reputation through minor roles and narration work. He also formed the Takada Band with Ami Mimatsu, which produced the opening theme for Blue Seed. His big break came in 1995 when he was cast as Gendo Ikari in Neon Genesis Evangelion, a role that would define his career. [edit]

In 1995, Tachiki landed the role of Gendo Ikari in Neon Genesis Evangelion, the stoic commander of NERV. This became his signature role, and he reprised it for the Rebuild of Evangelion films, culminating in 2021's Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time. In 1996, he began voicing Vodka in Case Closed (Detective Conan), a role he continues to this day. In 1997, he voiced Matis and Anoki in Pocket Monsters. In 1999, he voiced Muron Muron in Turn A Gundam. In 2000, he voiced Gamajiro in Inuyasha. In 2003, he formed the musical band 2HEARTS with fellow voice actor Toshiyuki Morikawa; their song Ever Free served as the ending theme for Dynasty Warriors 4: Empires. In 2004, he took on the role of Kenpachi Zaraki in Bleach, a fan-favorite character he returned to for the Thousand-Year Blood War arc in 2022. In 2006, he began voicing Taizo Hasegawa (MADAO) in Gintama, a comedic role that showcased his range, and also voiced Tatsuyoshi Kasai in Higurashi: When They Cry. He voiced Sloth in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood in 2009, and Akainu in One Piece in 2011. He also provided the Gaia Memory voices for Kamen Rider Double. In 2022, he won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 16th Seiyu Awards. In 2024, he voiced Minotaur in Dragon Ball DAIMA, Shoki in Pon no Michi, and Masurao Nadeshiko in Go! Go! Loser Ranger!. In 2025, he voiced Ōwashi Ameku in Ameku Takao's Detective Karte and Colonel Shadow in Ganglion. As of 2026, he continues active roles in Akane-banashi and Dandelion. [edit]

Tachiki is defined by his extraordinarily deep, resonant, and gravelly voice. He is frequently cast as intimidating authority figures (Gendo Ikari, Kenpachi Zaraki), villains (Akainu, Sloth), or comedic deadpan characters (Taizo Hasegawa). Media describes him as one of Japan's most respected voice actors, known for his versatility ranging from menacing villains to comedic relief. TV Tropes characterizes him as the 'bad papa' seiyuu, the voice of scary or evil father figures. His deep voice is frequently memed and celebrated among anime fans, particularly his roles as Gendo Ikari and Kenpachi Zaraki. He is known by the nicknames Bun (ぶんちゃん, Bun-chan) and Fūmin (ふーみん). His Twitter account is @Fu_minT61. [edit]

Fumihiko Tachiki stands as the 67th most famous person in J-Pop / J-Rock, a position holding steady from the previous cycle according to the iFANN Global Fame Rankings. This placement reflects his enduring resonance across decades of voice work and musical collaboration. His career spans from the cold calculation of Gendo Ikari to the wild battle-hunger of Kenpachi Zaraki, cementing a legacy that fans recognize instantly. While his audience is deeply devoted, it remains fragmented across the various franchises he inhabits rather than coalescing under a single formal name like "Tachiki Fans." There are no documented rituals or large-scale fan-funded projects exclusive to him; instead, his supporters gather around specific characters, from the Kingdom Hearts universe to the Pride Fighting Championships broadcasts he narrates. The collective energy of his listenership mirrors the versatility of his own performances, shifting seamlessly between menacing authority figures and comedic deadpan roles. Despite the lack of a unified fandom title, the sheer volume of his contributions, over 200 anime series and 100 video games, ensures his presence is felt globally. The rankings track this sustained attention across media coverage, search trends, and consumption signals worldwide, placing him firmly among the industry's most recognizable voices.[edit]

Before entering voice acting, Tachiki was a blues singer, a background that informs the gravelly texture of his iconic baritone. He formed the vocal duo 2HEARTS with Toshiyuki Morikawa in 2003, releasing music CDs and performing live activities together. Earlier in his career, he also led the Takada Band alongside Ami Mimatsu. In a memorable running gag for the anime Lucky Star, he voiced nearly every miscellaneous male character on screen. His narration work extends beyond animation to major combat sports, including Pride Fighting Championships and Dream MMA broadcasts. In High School D×D, he provided the voice for Boosted Gear/Ddraig, a role demanding intense shouting of attack names. His extensive dubbing portfolio includes Samuel L. Jackson's roles, Quentin Tarantino's character Jimmy in Pulp Fiction, Plo Koon in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and Gorilla Grodd in Batman: The Brave and the Bold. He also shares the role of Dino Megatron within the Transformers franchise. A defining moment in his legend involves voicing Gendo Ikari in Neon Genesis Evangelion, a performance so culturally significant that recent announcements confirm he will reprise the role in a new capacity known as "Gendō's Final Form" in a future project. Additionally, his long-standing partnership with Toshiyuki Morikawa as 2HEARTS remains a cornerstone of his professional identity, often cited alongside his voice acting achievements by fans who follow both the anime and J-pop scenes.[edit]

Tachiki is married, but he keeps his family life extremely private. His spouse's name, the date of his marriage, and whether he has children are not publicly disclosed. He rarely discusses his family in interviews. No public information is available about any children. [edit]

Tachiki frequently collaborates with Toshiyuki Morikawa, his bandmate in 2HEARTS. He also worked closely with Megumi Ogata, Megumi Hayashibara, and Kotono Mitsuishi on Neon Genesis Evangelion. [edit]

Tachiki is married, but he keeps his personal life private. No public information is available about his spouse, the date of his marriage, or any previous relationships. He has not been linked to any romantic partners in the media. As of 2026, he remains married. [edit]

Fumihiko Tachiki's net worth is not publicly reported through standard financial outlets. As a veteran Japanese voice actor with over 40 years of experience, his income streams include voice acting in over 200 anime series and 100 video games, narration work for Pride Fighting Championships and Dream MMA, music activities with 2HEARTS, and live-action acting roles. Industry estimates for veteran Japanese voice actors of his stature typically range from ¥10–50 million annually ($70,000–$350,000 USD), but these figures remain speculative without official disclosure. Per iFANN's editorial analysis, Fumihiko Tachiki's total net worth is $5 Million.[edit]

Tachiki won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 16th Seiyu Awards in 2022, recognizing his outstanding voice work across numerous roles. [edit]