Los Angeles Comic Con Welcomes Iconic Japanese Voiceover Talent for the First Time Ever

LOS ANGELES, CA — August 8, 2025 — Los Angeles Comic-Con, L.A.'s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, announces the first-ever appearance of Japanese voice actors at L.A. Comic-Con 2025, taking place on September 26-28, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This year's lineup features fan-favorites Yuriko Yamaguchi (One Piece, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Pokémon), Takeshi Kusao (Dragon Ball Z, Slam Dunk) and Ryota Ozawa, Yui Koike, and Kazuki Shimizu from the beloved Super Sentai series, Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger.

“We realize the power of the anime community and recognize their demand for a stronger anime presence at L.A. Comic-Con, so we're pleased to welcome anime legends such as Yuriko Yamaguchi and Takeshi Kusao at this year's event,” said Chris DeMoulin, CEO/GM of Los Angeles Comic-Con parent Comikaze Entertainment, Inc. “Bringing Japanese Voice Actors together is more than just a huge moment for L.A. Comic-Con fans – it's a milestone for the entire anime community of Los Angeles. We strive to deliver unforgettable, one-of-a-kind moments across every corner of entertainment, and a lineup like this is exactly what the anime fandom has been asking for.”

Yuriko Yamaguchi and Takeshi Kusao will be appearing for panels, alongside autograph sessions on September 27th and 28th, offering fans the unique opportunity to connect with the heart of anime culture. For longtime anime lovers and Super Sentai superfans alike, L.A. Comic-Con 2025 brings together the stories that fans carry with them, uniting the community in one place across generations and cultures.

For tickets and additional information about L.A. Comic-Con 2025 and to view the entire list of talent announced, visit the official L.A. Comic-Con website:https://www.comicconla.com/

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