Shunya Hiruma

Shunya Hiruma comes from Saitama Prefecture, Japan.

He is a proud graduate and former scholarship student of 81ACTOR'S STUDIO, a prestigious training institution for aspiring voice actors.

From an early age, he had a keen interest in performance and the arts, with early hobbies including baseball, playing guitar, singing, and computer skills.

These interests later contributed to the versatility and relatability he brings to his voice work.

Hiruma began making his mark in the voice acting industry in the early 2010s.

His career took off with supporting roles in series like "Jormungand," "ZETMAN," and "Medaka Box."

He gradually secured bigger roles, voicing main characters such as Tomoya Mashiro in the popular multimedia franchise "Ensemble Stars!" and Kazuki Tsukumo in "The Idolmaster SideM" (second voice).

In addition to anime series, Hiruma's voice is heard across a wide array of games, including "Ensemble Stars!" (as Tomoya Mashiro), "MISTOVER," "Duel Masters Play’s," and the "Star Ocean: Anamnesis" series.

He is known for breathing life into both lively and introverted characters, showcasing impressive versatility.

His work isn’t limited to games and anime—he has performed in drama CDs, audio books, web radio shows, and live reading events, further extending his impact.

Some notable recent anime credits include "THE NEW GATE" as Wilhelm Avis, "BEYBLADE X," and "Edo-mae Elf."

He has also contributed to acclaimed animated films such as "Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Movie" and "BLOODY ESCAPE: Hell’s Runaway."

On stage, Hiruma has charmed audiences in reading live-shows for the "Idolmaster SideM" franchises and theatrical productions such as "Colorful" and "The Man in the Iron Mask."

Shunya Hiruma is known for his friendly and approachable personality.

He is passionate about his hobbies, including baseball, guitar, singing, and computers, which often serve as creative outlets and ways to unwind outside of his busy voice acting schedule.

He values ongoing self-improvement, actively seeking out new roles that challenge him and attending industry workshops.

• He is widely recognized for his singing. His voice features in numerous character songs across franchises like "Ensemble Stars!" and "The Idolmaster SideM."
• Hiruma is particularly noted for his dual talents in both acting and music, excelling in live concerts and music projects alongside his character performances.
• He has taken on several audio book narration roles, showing off his calm yet engaging reading style, such as with "Another," "Eternal Yesterday," and "Kuzu to Tenshi no Nishūme Seikatsu."
• Hiruma has a strong presence on social media and frequently interacts with fans.
• He is often cast as bright, optimistic young men or soft-spoken, reliable friends in ensemble casts.
• He has voiced main and supporting roles in a variety of Boys’ Love drama CDs, earning additional praise from fans in that genre.

• Hiruma continues to contribute to the Japanese voice acting community as a member of 81 Produce.
• He participates in educational projects, such as voicing roles for learning materials and YouTube channels dedicated to voice acting.
• His involvement in digital comics, radio commercials, and promotional content has made him a familiar, amiable presence across various Japanese media formats.