If you’re wondering who voices Takemichi Hanagaki in Tokyo Revengers, the answer is Yuuki Shin in the original Japanese version and A.J. Beckles in the English dub.
Below is a full profile of the Japanese voice actor behind Takemichi.
Yuuki Shin — The Japanese Voice of Takemichi Hanagaki
Date of Birth
March 6, 1994
About Yuuki
Yuuki Shin is a Japanese voice actor and singer affiliated with Ken Production. He gained widespread recognition for voicing Takemichi Hanagaki—his first major lead role in a television anime. His performance captures Takemichi’s emotional vulnerability, shifting between fear, determination, and humor, which helped define the character’s appeal.
Hometown
Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
Career Highlights
- Takemichi Hanagaki – Tokyo Revengers (breakthrough lead role)
- Taka – Heavenly Delusion
- Takuma Shinozaki – My Tiny Senpai
- Tatsuya – KamiErabi GOD.app
Yuuki Shin began his voice acting career in 2014 and steadily built experience through supporting roles before landing his breakout performance in Tokyo Revengers.
Full Current Filmography
This list reflects documented credits from verified sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (TV Series)
- Tokyo Revengers — Takemichi Hanagaki
- Heavenly Delusion — Taka
- My Tiny Senpai — Takuma Shinozaki
- KamiErabi GOD.app — Tatsuya
Earlier / Supporting Anime Roles
- Haikyuu!! — minor roles
- Attack on Titan — trainee roles
- Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress — supporting roles
- RIN-NE — supporting roles
Animated Films
- Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time — additional roles
- Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom — Male Protagonist
Original Net Animation (ONA)
- Tiger & Bunny 2 — Henry Lime
- Tomica Heroes Jobraver — Fire Braver
Video Games
- Valorant — Gekko
- Ring Fit Adventure — Ring
- Dream Festival! — Akiomi Inamasu
Critical Reception
Yuuki Shin’s portrayal of Takemichi has been praised for its emotional range—balancing comedic panic with heartfelt resolve. Critics and fans alike note that his voice brings authenticity to Takemichi’s growth from a timid adult into someone willing to fight for his friends and future.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Takemichi Hanagaki casting (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Tokyo-Revengers/Takemitchy-Takemichi-Hanagaki/)
- Epicstream – Tokyo Revengers voice actors overview (https://epicstream.com/article/tokyo-revengers-voice-actors-sub-dub-cast-characters)
- Wikipedia – Yuuki Shin profile (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuuki_Shin)
A.J. Beckles — The English Voice of Takemichi Hanagaki
Date of Birth
Not publicly documented.
About A.J.
A.J. Beckles is an American voice actor known for his energetic and emotionally grounded performances in anime dubs and video games. His portrayal of Takemichi Hanagaki in Tokyo Revengers brings a raw, relatable intensity to the character, capturing both his vulnerability and determination as he navigates time travel and gang conflicts. Beckles has quickly become a recognizable voice in modern English anime dubbing, particularly for roles that require expressive emotional range.
Hometown
Not publicly documented.
Career Highlights
- Takemichi Hanagaki — Tokyo Revengers (English dub lead role)
- Kaname Sudo — Darwin’s Game
- Shiki Tademaru — Kemono Jihen
- Claudine Saijō (additional voices) — Revue Starlight (various roles)
- Gekko (English voice) — VALORANT
A.J. Beckles’ performance as Takemichi stands out as one of his most prominent leading roles, helping solidify his place in the anime dubbing industry.
Full Current Filmography
This list reflects documented credits from verified sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (English Dub)
- Tokyo Revengers — Takemichi Hanagaki
- Darwin’s Game — Kaname Sudo
- Kemono Jihen — Shiki Tademaru
- 86 Eighty-Six — Daiya Irma
- The Misfit of Demon King Academy — Additional voices
- Revue Starlight — Additional voices
Video Games
- VALORANT — Gekko
Other Voice Work
- Various additional roles across anime and game dubbing projects (not all roles are publicly itemized in official cast lists)
Critical Reception
A.J. Beckles’ performance as Takemichi has been widely appreciated by English-speaking audiences for its emotional authenticity. His ability to convey panic, desperation, and resolve mirrors the character’s growth and aligns closely with the tone of the original Japanese performance, making the dub accessible while preserving the story’s emotional core.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Takemichi Hanagaki (English dub casting) (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Tokyo-Revengers/Takemitchy-Takemichi-Hanagaki/)
- Anime News Network – Tokyo Revengers English cast listings (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
- Public cast listings and industry databases for A.J. Beckles roles
Social Media
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajbeckles/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/AJBeckles
