Inamura Toru is a Japanese voice actor and narrator known for his versatile performances across anime, games, dubbing, and stage. Born on September 13, 1979, in Saitama Prefecture, he has built a colorful career with a wide range of roles, from energetic students to cunning villains. Since November 2013, he has been represented by AZ Creative Agent Office. Tall and spirited, Inamura brings a distinct energy to every character he portrays, earning recognition among fans for his memorable supporting roles and his passion for the craft.
Inamura Toru grew up in Saitama Prefecture and graduated from Seigakuin University, majoring in European and American Culture. During his high school years, a surprising encounter with a friend who falsely claimed to be debuting as a music star inspired Inamura to pursue his own ambitions. This led him to voice acting, a field that caught his fascination, prompting him to collect materials from training schools.
Inamura's professional journey is a patchwork of dedication and growth. He trained at several institutions, including Katsuta Voice Actor Academy, 81 Acting Laboratory, and Amusement Media Academy. His agency history includes stints at Toritori Office, CSR Corporation, and TAB Production, before going freelance and ultimately joining AZ Creative Agent Office from 2013.
His anime roles cover a wide spectrum:
- High School of the Dead (various roles such as male students and police officers)
- Kiddy Girl-And (Muscle-bound guard)
- Gintama° (Male character in a couple)
- The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya (2009) (Festival stall owner)
- Tokyo Magnitude 8.0
- Peach Girl (multiple unnamed male roles)
- Yumeiro Patissiere (Host)
- Rio RainbowGate! (various male characters)
- Summer Pockets (episodic role)
He also contributed to popular games:
- Ouendan! (Suzuki)
- Narcissu (Eiji Takahara for PSP)
- Raiko (Zhao Yun)
- Summer Pockets and its expanded version Reflection Blue
In digital comics, he voiced Kuniya Dekune in "Black Jack ni Yoroshiku" and Roseine in "Avantiure: The Adventure of Lupin."
His dubbing credits include films such as "Setup" (role: Joey).
On stage, Inamura has been a regular at the "Kotodama-ya Honpo" theatrical series and has performed notable roles in various period and contemporary pieces, including as Yamanami Keisuke and other dynamic characters.
He is also the head of the creative group "Project Luna," showing that he enjoys both performing and creating.
Inamura stands 183 cm tall and weighs 64 kg. He enjoys looking at Seizo Watase’s illustrations, walking, watching baseball, collecting manga, and reading trivia books. His interests reflect a love for both art and knowledge.
- Inamura started voice acting after being inspired by a friend's outlandish (and ultimately false) claim of debuting as a pop star.
- He is known for his curiosity, spending hours researching everything from comic art to obscure facts.
- Despite many supporting roles, Inamura’s distinct voice and engaging presence make him a fan favorite in various series.
- He is characterized by his combination of gentle curiosity and tall, energetic presence.
He is currently represented by AZ Creative Agent Office.
Inamura maintains his own website and is active in voice acting communities, appearing at events and panels.
He is recognized for both his adaptability and steadfast dedication to his craft.
No notable awards have been listed, but his body of work demonstrates substantial respect within the industry.
For more information, fans can visit his agency's official profile, personal website, and various entertainment databases.
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