Facts about Noriko Ohara, the Anime Legend Who Voices Nobita in Doraemon – 2024-07-24 15:05:05

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Noriko Ohara, a name that is familiar to fans of the Doraemon anime. The iconic voice actor behind the character Nobita Nobi has accompanied the childhood of many people with her cute and adorable behavior.

More than just a voice actor, Noriko Ohara has brought Nobita’s character to life and made him an unforgettable part of the Doraemon story. Noriko Ohara’s passing on July 12, 2024 at the age of 88 has left deep sorrow for her fans.

Here are some interesting facts about the late Noriko Ohara:

1. Birth and Early Career: Born in Tokyo on October 2, 1935, Noriko Ohara made her acting and voice acting debut in 1955. Her first role as a voice actress was in the anime “Umeboshi Denka” in 1962.
2. Become a Legend with Nobita’s Voice: Noriko Ohara began voicing Nobita Nobi in the Doraemon anime in 1979, replacing Yoshiko Ohta who played the character in the previous version. For 26 years, Noriko Ohara voiced Nobita with great emotion, making her one of the most iconic voice actors in anime history.
3. Other No Less Memorable Roles: In addition to Nobita, Noriko Ohara also voices various other iconic characters, such as Conan in Future Boy Conan, Doronjo in Yatterman, Peter in Heidi – A Girl of the Alps, Oyuki in Urusei Yatsura, and Claudia LaSalle in Macross.
4. Awards and Recognition: For her dedication to the anime world, Noriko Ohara has received various awards, including the 2007 Seiyu Awards for the “Achievement Award” category and the 2013 Seiyu Awards for the Synergy Award category.
5. Eternal Legacy: Noriko Ohara has inspired generations of voice actors and left an indelible mark on the world of anime. Her voice full of expression and soul has brought her characters to life and brought joy to the audience.
6. Died at Age 88: Noriko Ohara passed away on July 12, 2024 at the age of 88, leaving her fans in deep sorrow. Her passing was a great loss to the anime world, but her memories and work will always live on in the hearts of her fans.
7. Apart from being active in the anime world, Noriko Ohara has also starred in several films and television dramas.

Noriko Ohara is known for her cheerful and friendly personality, and is always respected by her colleagues.
Noriko Ohara is a legend in the anime world and will always be remembered as the irreplaceable voice actress of Nobita Nobi. Her work has brought happiness to many people and will continue to inspire future generations in the anime world. (Z-11)