Tamaki Kotatsu in Fire Force is voiced by Aoi Yūki in the Japanese version and Jad Saxton in the English dub. Aoi Yūki brings a dynamic mix of comedic timing and emotional nuance to Tamaki’s character, making her one of the standout supporting voices in the series.
Aoi Yūki (Japanese Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
March 27, 1992
About Aoi
Aoi Yūki is a highly acclaimed Japanese voice actress and singer known for her extraordinary vocal range and versatility. Starting her career as a child actress, she transitioned into voice acting and quickly rose to prominence. She is widely recognized for portraying both high-energy characters and deeply emotional roles, often within the same performance.
Hometown
Chiba Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
Aoi Yūki has voiced some of the most iconic characters in modern anime, including:
- Madoka Kaname (Puella Magi Madoka Magica)
- Tanya Degurechaff (Saga of Tanya the Evil)
- Tsuyu Asui (My Hero Academia)
- Diane (The Seven Deadly Sins)
- Clementine (Overlord)
Her role as Tamaki Kotatsu showcases her ability to balance comedic fan-service moments with genuine vulnerability, adding depth to a character that could otherwise feel one-dimensional.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of documented notable voice acting credits based on widely available industry sources. This list reflects confirmed roles but may not be exhaustive due to database variation.
Anime (Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2011 – Puella Magi Madoka Magica – Madoka Kaname
- 2012 – Aikatsu! – Ichigo Hoshimiya
- 2014 – Your Lie in April – Nagi Aiza
- 2015 – One Punch Man – Tatsumaki
- 2016 – My Hero Academia – Tsuyu Asui
- 2017 – Saga of Tanya the Evil – Tanya Degurechaff
- 2018 – Overlord II – Clementine (recurring)
- 2019 – Fire Force – Tamaki Kotatsu
- 2020 – Deca-Dence – Natsume
- 2021 – So I’m a Spider, So What? – Kumoko
- 2022 – Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury – Nika Nanaura
- 2023 – Undead Girl Murder Farce – Aya Rindo
Video Games (Selected)
- Genshin Impact – Lumine (Traveler, female)
- Granblue Fantasy – Various roles
- Honkai Impact 3rd – Rita Rossweisse
Film (Anime)
- Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Trilogy – Madoka Kaname
- My Hero Academia films – Tsuyu Asui
Critical Reception
Aoi Yūki is widely praised for her expressive vocal control and emotional depth. Critics and anime publications frequently highlight her ability to convey complex psychological states, particularly in Puella Magi Madoka Magica and Saga of Tanya the Evil.
- Anime News Network review archive (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
- MyAnimeList voice actor profile and user reviews (https://myanimelist.net/people/6686/Aoi_Yuuki)
Her performance as Tamaki is often noted for elevating comedic scenes while still grounding the character emotionally within Fire Force’s darker narrative.
Social Media
X: @staff_aoi (https://x.com/staff_aoi)
Jad Saxton (English Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
September 27, 1986
About Jad
Jad Saxton is an American voice actress, ADR director, and scriptwriter affiliated with Funimation (now Crunchyroll). Known for her sharp vocal delivery and strong character interpretation, she frequently voices energetic, quirky, or emotionally layered female characters. In addition to acting, she has directed numerous English dubs, contributing significantly behind the scenes in anime localization.
Hometown
Texas, United States (specific hometown not publicly documented)
Career Highlights
Jad Saxton has built a strong presence in English-dubbed anime, with notable roles including:
- Koneko Toujou (High School DxD)
- Megumi Tadokoro (Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma)
- Carla (Fairy Tail)
- Chika Fujiwara (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War)
- Tamaki Kotatsu (Fire Force)
Her portrayal of Tamaki emphasizes the character’s comedic timing while maintaining emotional sincerity, aligning well with the tone of the English adaptation.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of documented voice acting credits based on available industry databases and official listings. This reflects confirmed roles but may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2010 – Black Butler II – Alois Trancy (young) / additional voices
- 2012 – Fairy Tail – Carla
- 2013 – High School DxD New – Koneko Toujou
- 2015 – Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma – Megumi Tadokoro
- 2016 – Drifters – Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova
- 2017 – Kakegurui – Midari Ikishima
- 2018 – Chio’s School Road – Chio Miyamo
- 2019 – Fire Force – Tamaki Kotatsu
- 2020 – Akudama Drive – Sister
- 2021 – Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – Chika Fujiwara
- 2022 – The Executioner and Her Way of Life – Pandæmonium
- 2023 – The Legendary Hero Is Dead! – Yuna Eunice
ADR Direction (Selected)
- Kemono Jihen
- Otherside Picnic
- Kageki Shojo!!
Video Games (Selected)
- Borderlands 3 – Additional voices
- Smite – Various character voices
Critical Reception
Jad Saxton is well-regarded in the English dubbing industry for her lively performances and strong comedic instincts. Reviewers and fans frequently highlight her work as Chika Fujiwara and Koneko Toujou as standout performances.
- Behind The Voice Actors profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Jad-Saxton/)
- Anime News Network encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=117915)
Her performance as Tamaki in Fire Force has been noted for capturing the character’s humor without losing her emotional grounding, contributing to a more balanced portrayal in the English dub.
Social Media
X: @JadSaxton (https://x.com/JadSaxton)
