Sasha Blouse in Attack on Titan is voiced by Yū Kobayashi in the Japanese version and Ashly Burch in the English dub. Both performers bring warmth, energy, and a distinct sense of humor to the role, capturing Sasha’s lovable eccentricity and the underlying courage that defines her arc throughout the series.
Yū Kobayashi (Japanese Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
February 5, 1982
About Yū
Yū Kobayashi (小林 ゆう) is a Japanese voice actress and singer born in Tokyo, Japan. She made her professional debut in 2003 and has since built a reputation as one of the more versatile performers in the industry, known for her ability to shift between comedic, action-driven, and emotionally nuanced roles. She is affiliated with the talent agency Holy Peak.
Her portrayal of Sasha Braus in Attack on Titan — which began with the first season in 2013 — is widely considered one of her most recognizable performances. Kobayashi leans into Sasha’s quirky, food-obsessed personality while grounding the character in genuine emotional sincerity, particularly in scenes that demand both levity and heartbreak. Her natural comedic timing and expressive vocal range make her a natural fit for a character who oscillates between comic relief and genuine heroism.
Beyond Attack on Titan, Kobayashi has demonstrated consistent range across multiple high-profile franchises. She voiced Dan Kuso in Bakugan Battle Brawlers, Lucina in the Japanese version of the Fire Emblem series, and Luka Urushibara in Steins;Gate, among many others. Her career spans anime, video games, and music, cementing her as a well-established figure in Japanese voice acting.
Hometown
Tokyo, Japan
Career Highlights
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan
- Lucina – Fire Emblem series (Japanese version)
- Dan Kuso – Bakugan Battle Brawlers
- Luka Urushibara – Steins;Gate
- Ayame Sarutobi – Gintama
- Kae Serinuma – Kiss Him, Not Me
- Charlotte Roselei – Black Clover
- Noi – Dorohedoro
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2006 – Negima! Magister Negi Magi – Setsuna Sakurazaki
- 2007 – Saint October – Misaki Hijiri
- 2007 – Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei – Kaede Kimura
- 2009 – Bakugan Battle Brawlers – Dan Kuso
- 2011 – Gintama – Ayame Sarutobi
- 2012 – Horizon in the Middle of Nowhere (Season 2) – Futayo Honda
- 2013 – Attack on Titan (Season 1) – Sasha Braus
- 2013 – Senran Kagura Ninja Flash – Katsuragi
- 2015 – Attack on Titan: Junior High – Sasha Braus
- 2016 – Kiss Him, Not Me – Kae Serinuma
- 2019 – Dorohedoro – Noi
- 2019 – Black Clover – Charlotte Roselei
- 2020 – Attack on Titan: The Final Season – Sasha Braus
- 2020 – One Piece – Black Maria
Video Games (Selected)
- Lucina – Fire Emblem series (Japanese version)
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan (2016 video game)
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan 2 (2018)
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan: Humanity in Chains (2015)
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan: Escape from Certain Death (2017)
- Misteln “Hare” Schariac – Honkai Impact 3rd
Critical Reception
Yū Kobayashi’s performance as Sasha Braus has been warmly received by fans and critics alike since the character’s introduction in 2013. Her ability to deliver both the character’s comedic moments — particularly the iconic potato scene in the early episodes — and her more dramatic scenes has been frequently praised on fan communities such as MyAnimeList. Sasha remains one of the most favorited supporting characters on the platform, a testament in part to the affection audiences have developed for Kobayashi’s vocal interpretation of the role.
Ashly Burch (English Voice Actor)
About Ashly
Ashly Burch is an American voice actress and writer who provided the English dub voice of Sasha Braus in Attack on Titan across multiple seasons and film compilations. She is widely recognized for her work in both anime and video games, bringing a distinctive energy and comedic sensibility to the characters she portrays.
Her casting as Sasha proved to be a strong fit for the English dub, as Burch’s naturally expressive and enthusiastic delivery translated well to Sasha’s boisterous, food-loving personality. She reprised the role across the Junior High spin-off series and the theatrical compilation films, including Attack on Titan Part 1: Crimson Bow and Arrow and Attack on Titan Part 2: Wings of Freedom, as well as Attack on Titan: Roar of Awakening.
Burch is also known for her work outside of anime, having established a strong presence in the video game voice acting world. Her range extends from energetic and comedic roles to more serious and emotionally grounded performances, making her a recognizable name among English-language animation and gaming audiences.
Career Highlights
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan: Junior High
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan Part 1: Crimson Bow and Arrow
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan Part 2: Wings of Freedom
- Sasha Braus – Attack on Titan: Roar of Awakening
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Voice Acting)
- 2014 – Attack on Titan – Sasha Braus
- 2015 – Attack on Titan: Junior High – Sasha Braus
- 2017 – Attack on Titan Part 1: Crimson Bow and Arrow – Sasha Braus
- 2017 – Attack on Titan Part 2: Wings of Freedom – Sasha Braus
- 2018 – Attack on Titan: Roar of Awakening – Sasha Braus
Critical Reception
Ashly Burch’s English dub performance as Sasha Braus was well received by fans of the English version of Attack on Titan. Her portrayal captured the spirit of the character’s comedic moments while maintaining the emotional weight of Sasha’s more dramatic scenes. Character information and voice cast listings can be found on MyAnimeList, where Sasha remains one of the most favorited characters in the series. It is worth noting that for Attack on Titan: The Final Season, the English dub role was taken over by Megan Shipman.
