Voice actress Eeiko Masuyama passed away due to pneumonia - she was active in "Lupin the Third" as Fujiko Mine, "Tensai Bakabon" as Mama, "Cutie Honey" as Honey, etc. since the dawn of anime.

It has been announced that voice actress Eiko Masuyama passed away on May 20, 2024 due to pneumonia. (Photo from the official website of Aoni Productions)

The news of Ms. Masuyama's passing was revealed on the official website of her agency, Aoni Productions. According to the information on the site, " Eiko Masuyama, 89, who had beenunder medical treatment forsome time, passedaway on May 20, 2024from pneumonia due to ineffective medication.

The wake and farewell ceremony were heldonly for the next of kin in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family.

Eiko Masuyama has been active in Japanese TV animation since its dawn, starting with "Astro Boy" broadcast in 1963. She has also played Fujiko Mine in "Lupin the Third," Mama in "Tensai Bakabon," Honey in "Cutie Honey," Perko in "Perman" (the second film), and Mimi Sensei in "Soreyuke: Anpanman! Anpanman" as Mimi Sensei, etc. He has been active as a voice actor for about 60 years.

We pray for the repose of her soul.