Hideyoshi Nagachika (commonly known as “Hide”) in Tokyo Ghoul is voiced by Toshiyuki Toyonaga in the original Japanese version and Josh Grelle in the English dub. Both actors bring warmth and emotional depth to Hide’s role as Kaneki’s closest friend.
Japanese Voice Actor: Toshiyuki Toyonaga
Date of Birth
April 28, 1984
About Toshiyuki
Toshiyuki Toyonaga is a Japanese voice actor and singer affiliated with Super Eccentric Theater. Known for his expressive and emotionally rich performances, Toyonaga often portrays kind-hearted and complex characters. As Hideyoshi Nagachika, he delivers a heartfelt performance that highlights Hide’s optimism, loyalty, and emotional intelligence.
Hometown
Tokyo, Japan
Career Highlights
- Hideyoshi Nagachika – Tokyo Ghoul
- Yuuri Katsuki – Yuri!!! on Ice
- Mikado Ryugamine – Durarara!!
- Mahiro Fuwa – Blast of Tempest
- Junichiro Tanizaki – Bungo Stray Dogs
Toyonaga is also an accomplished singer, known for performing character songs and solo music.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a documented selection of Toshiyuki Toyonaga’s anime roles (based on verified sources; may not be exhaustive):
Anime Television & Films
- Tokyo Ghoul — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Tokyo Ghoul √A — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Tokyo Ghoul:re — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Yuri!!! on Ice — Yuuri Katsuki
- Durarara!! — Mikado Ryugamine
- Bungo Stray Dogs — Junichiro Tanizaki
- Blast of Tempest — Mahiro Fuwa
- Free! — Asahi Shiina
- K — Misaki Yata
Note: This list reflects documented credits from available sources and may not include every performance.
Critical Reception
Toshiyuki Toyonaga’s portrayal of Hide is widely praised for its warmth and sincerity. He captures the character’s cheerful personality while also delivering powerful emotional moments, particularly in key scenes involving Kaneki. Fans often highlight his performance as one of the emotional anchors of Tokyo Ghoul.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Hideyoshi Nagachika (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Tokyo-Ghoul/Hideyoshi-Nagachika/)
- Wikipedia – Toshiyuki Toyonaga (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toshiyuki_Toyonaga)
- Anime News Network – Toshiyuki Toyonaga Encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=22249)
- Official Tokyo Ghoul anime materials and credits (https://www.marv.jp/special/tokyoghoul/)
English Voice Actor: Josh Grelle
Date of Birth
November 2, 1985
About Josh
Josh Grelle is an American voice actor and ADR scriptwriter known for a wide range of performances in anime and video games. As Hideyoshi Nagachika, Grelle delivers a warm and heartfelt performance that captures Hide’s cheerful personality, loyalty, and emotional intelligence. Their portrayal emphasizes Hide’s role as Kaneki’s emotional anchor, balancing lighthearted moments with deeper, more poignant scenes.
Hometown
Clinton, Arkansas, USA
Career Highlights
- Hideyoshi Nagachika – Tokyo Ghoul
- Armin Arlert – Attack on Titan
- Yuri Katsuki – Yuri!!! on Ice
- Kenichi Shirahama – Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
- Byakuya Togami – Danganronpa: The Animation
Grelle is widely recognized for voicing thoughtful, introspective characters, often bringing emotional nuance and sincerity to their roles.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a documented selection of Josh Grelle’s voice acting roles (based on verified sources; may not be exhaustive):
Anime Television & Films
- Tokyo Ghoul — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Tokyo Ghoul √A — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Tokyo Ghoul:re — Hideyoshi Nagachika
- Attack on Titan — Armin Arlert
- Yuri!!! on Ice — Yuri Katsuki
- Danganronpa: The Animation — Byakuya Togami
- Assassination Classroom — Karma Akabane (alternate/related casting contexts vary)
- Snow White with the Red Hair — Zen Wistaria
Note: This list reflects documented credits from available sources and may not include every performance.
Critical Reception
Josh Grelle’s portrayal of Hide is praised for its sincerity and emotional warmth. Fans often highlight how their performance enhances Hide’s role as a compassionate and understanding friend, especially during emotionally intense moments in the series. The balance between humor and heartfelt delivery makes their version of Hide particularly memorable in the English dub.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Hideyoshi Nagachika (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Tokyo-Ghoul/Hideyoshi-Nagachika/)
- Anime News Network – Josh Grelle Encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=39589)
- Wikipedia – Josh Grelle (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josh_Grelle)
- Official Tokyo Ghoul credits and distributor listings (https://www.funimation.com/)
Social Media
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/JoshGrelle
