Yoshiko Sakakibara

Yoshiko Sakakibara (榊原 良子, Sakakibara Yoshiko), born on May 31, 1956, in Senzoku, Taitō City, Tokyo, is a distinguished Japanese actress, voice actress (seiyuu), and narrator. Raised in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, she embarked on her career in voice acting with her debut role as Furōre in the anime "God Mars." Over the years, she has gained recognition for her versatile performances in various iconic characters.

Sakakibara’s impressive portfolio includes notable roles such as Lady Armaroid in "Space Adventure Cobra," Kushana in the acclaimed Studio Ghibli film "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind," and Haman Karn in both "Mobile Suit Z Gundam" and "Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ." Additionally, she is well-known for voicing Nagumo Shinobu in "Patlabor," solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the anime industry.

Her contributions to the field have been acknowledged through several accolades, including the prestigious Kazue Takahashi Award, which she received on February 16, 2021, during the 15th Seiyuu Awards. Previously affiliated with organizations such as Production Baobab, Tokyo Actor's Life Cooperative (Haikyo), and Combination, she now works as a freelance artist, continuing to inspire audiences with her exceptional talent and captivating performances.