Shunsuke Takeuchi is Set to Voice Adult Jūzō Ōgami in Kill Blue
When asked about stepping into what's shaping up to be one of the most anticipated anime releases of 2026, Takeuchi said:
“Jūzō has the mind of an adult but the body of a child, so at first I thought I might need to do some detective work—but it seems that's not the case! What a relief!
I've often been told I seem a bit older than my age, so I feel a certain kinship with this character.
All of the characters in KILL BLUE are incredibly expressive, and I'm excited to pop in from time to time and watch over their energetic interactions.
Please look forward to KILL BLUE!”
Known for his award-winning work as a voice actor, including roles such as Producer in The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls, Alexander Yamato in King of Prism, Jūza Hyōdo in A3!, and Revolver in Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS, Takeuchi now brings his voice to KILL BLUE, portraying the adult Jūzō Ōgami with depth and intensity.
Alongside the VA announcement, fans also get their first look at Ōgami in full hitman mode, with white hair, a cigarette lit, and a gun poised, perfectly capturing the calm, lethal presence that Shunsuke Takeuchi brings to life.
With Shunsuke Takeuchi lending his voice to the legendary hitman, be sure to follow the official KILL BLUE accounts for updates and to see whether his next mission lands in the classroom or somewhere even more unexpected.
SERIES SYNOPSIS
A legendary assassin at 39. Starting over… as a middle schooler.
Jūzō Ōgami is a legendary hitman who has never failed an assignment, no matter how impossible. One day, after wiping out a powerful organization, he is stung by a mysterious wasp and collapses. When he wakes up, the fearsome 39-year-old assassin has been transformed into a 13-year-old boy! Before he can even process what happened, his boss delivers a new order: “In that body, infiltrate a middle school.” What awaits him is an unexpected school life filled with colorful classmates, youthful chaos, and looming danger. Can Jūzō ever return to his original form? Or will the assassins closing in on him end his second life before it even begins?
STAFF INFORMATION
Production:
*Director: Hiro Kaburagi (GREAT PRETENDER, Kimi ni Todoke)
*Character Design: Miho Daidōji (Kuroko's Basketball, Kimi ni Todoke 3rd Season)
*Animation Production: CUE
Voice Cast:
*Shunsuke Takeuchi as Jūzō Ōgami (adult)
MANGA INFORMATION
Title: KILL BLUE
Original Story: Tadatoshi Fujimaki (SHUEISHA / Jump Comics)
Volumes: 11 currently available; Volume 12 releases November 4, 2025
OFFICIAL LINKS
*Official Website: kill-blue.jp
*Official X (English): @killblue_en
*Official X (Japanese): @KILLBLUE_PR
*Official TikTok: @killblue_official
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
©Tadatoshi Fujimaki/SHUEISHA, “Kill Blue” Production Committee
“Jūzō has the mind of an adult but the body of a child, so at first I thought I might need to do some detective work—but it seems that's not the case! What a relief!
I've often been told I seem a bit older than my age, so I feel a certain kinship with this character.
All of the characters in KILL BLUE are incredibly expressive, and I'm excited to pop in from time to time and watch over their energetic interactions.
Please look forward to KILL BLUE!”
Known for his award-winning work as a voice actor, including roles such as Producer in The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls, Alexander Yamato in King of Prism, Jūza Hyōdo in A3!, and Revolver in Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS, Takeuchi now brings his voice to KILL BLUE, portraying the adult Jūzō Ōgami with depth and intensity.
Alongside the VA announcement, fans also get their first look at Ōgami in full hitman mode, with white hair, a cigarette lit, and a gun poised, perfectly capturing the calm, lethal presence that Shunsuke Takeuchi brings to life.
With Shunsuke Takeuchi lending his voice to the legendary hitman, be sure to follow the official KILL BLUE accounts for updates and to see whether his next mission lands in the classroom or somewhere even more unexpected.
SERIES SYNOPSIS
A legendary assassin at 39. Starting over… as a middle schooler.
Jūzō Ōgami is a legendary hitman who has never failed an assignment, no matter how impossible. One day, after wiping out a powerful organization, he is stung by a mysterious wasp and collapses. When he wakes up, the fearsome 39-year-old assassin has been transformed into a 13-year-old boy! Before he can even process what happened, his boss delivers a new order: “In that body, infiltrate a middle school.” What awaits him is an unexpected school life filled with colorful classmates, youthful chaos, and looming danger. Can Jūzō ever return to his original form? Or will the assassins closing in on him end his second life before it even begins?
STAFF INFORMATION
Production:
*Director: Hiro Kaburagi (GREAT PRETENDER, Kimi ni Todoke)
*Character Design: Miho Daidōji (Kuroko's Basketball, Kimi ni Todoke 3rd Season)
*Animation Production: CUE
Voice Cast:
*Shunsuke Takeuchi as Jūzō Ōgami (adult)
MANGA INFORMATION
Title: KILL BLUE
Original Story: Tadatoshi Fujimaki (SHUEISHA / Jump Comics)
Volumes: 11 currently available; Volume 12 releases November 4, 2025
OFFICIAL LINKS
*Official Website: kill-blue.jp
*Official X (English): @killblue_en
*Official X (Japanese): @KILLBLUE_PR
*Official TikTok: @killblue_official
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
©Tadatoshi Fujimaki/SHUEISHA, “Kill Blue” Production Committee
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