Voice actor Taiki Matsuno died of a right cerebral hemorrhage - "Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo" Kindaichi, "Boogiepop ha Nogai yo nai nai" Echoes, etc.

Voice actor Taiki Matsuno passed away on June 26, 2024, it was announced on the official website of his agency, Aoni Productions. He was 56 years old.

According to the announcement on the official website of Aoni Production, "He passed away on June 26, 2024 due to a right cerebral hemorrhage," and "We would like to express our deepest gratitude for your kindness and friendship extended to him during his lifetime.

In accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family, the wake and farewell ceremony will be held with next of kin only.

Taiki Matsuno began his career as a child actor, appearing on the radio program "Anime Topia" at the age of 16 as a projection of Yuji Mitsuya. He later shifted his focus to voice acting, appearing in "Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo" as Kaneda Ichi, "Boogiepop ha Laughing No More" as Echoes, "Inuyasha" as Koga, "Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Monsters GX" as Jun Banjome, "Digimon Sabers" as Agumon, "Fresh Pretty Cure! Tart, SpongeBob in "SpongeBob Bob," and many other popular films.

In addition, as an actor, he has appeared in several films directed by Yoji Yamada, including "Otoko wa Tsuraiyo: Welcome Home, Tora-san" (to be released in 2019). He was also active on the stage.

We pray for the repose of his soul.