VIZ Media, in collaboration with JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles and Japan Society in New York, is excited to announce bicoastal events celebrating the voice acting talents from “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War,” the latest installment of the acclaimed series by legendary mangaka Tite Kubo.
Join renowned voice actors Masakazu Morita (Ichigo Kurosaki) and Noriaki Sugiyama (Uryu Ishida) for an exclusive screening, live voice acting demonstration, and autograph session.
This limited-seating event begins with a screening of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3 Episodes 1 and 2, followed by an exclusive sneak peek of Episode 3. The screening will be followed by a moderated discussion with the voice actors, exploring the art of Japanese voice acting, their roles in the anime production process, and the cultural influences shaping this unique craft. The event will conclude with a live voice acting session, bringing beloved characters to life before the audience. VIP attendees at Japan Society in New York will also enjoy a special autograph session.
Available Locations
Los Angeles Event:
Date: October 13, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles
6801 Hollywood Blvd, Level 5, Los Angeles, CA 90028
New York Event:
Date: October 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Japan Society
333 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017
Tickets: https://japansociety.org/events/voices-of-bleach-a-fireside-chat-with-ichigo-and-uryu
Guest Lineup
Masakazu Morita – Renowned for his role as Ichigo Kurosaki in BLEACH
Masakazu Morita made his voice acting debut in 2001 as the protagonist Tidus in the video game Final Fantasy X. His notable roles include Ichigo Kurosaki in BLEACH, Shin in Kingdom, Barnaby Brooks Jr. in Tiger & Bunny, and many others. He also works as an actor, stage performer and narrator, among other activities.
Noriaki Sugiyama – Celebrated for voicing Uryu Ishida in BLEACH
Noriaki Sugiyama gained widespread recognition for voicing Sasuke Uchiha in NARUTO. His other notable roles include Shirou Emiya in Fate/stay night and Uryu Ishida in BLEACH, and many others.
LA Moderator: Risa Light – Host of the popular “Risa’s Nihongo” series, and Japanese pop culture influencer.
NY Moderator: Lauryn Alexandria AKA Toastymarshmellow – Lauryn Alexandria is a singer, actor and nerdy Black content creator based in NYC.
Source: Press Release
