Baki Hanma, the central protagonist of Baki-Dou (2026), is voiced in Japanese by Nobunaga Shimazaki. As of current official announcements, an English dub voice actor for this specific 2026 installment has not been publicly confirmed. In this article, we’ll focus on Shimazaki’s performance and career, which continue to define Baki’s evolution as a fighter.
Japanese Voice Actor: Nobunaga Shimazaki
Date of Birth
December 6, 1988
About Nobunaga
Nobunaga Shimazaki is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Aoni Production. Known for his smooth, expressive delivery and versatility, he has voiced a wide range of protagonists across genres. His portrayal of Baki Hanma emphasizes the character’s growth—from a determined young fighter to a more composed and battle-hardened martial artist—while retaining emotional nuance.
Hometown
Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Baki Hanma — Baki (2018–present) / Baki-Dou (2026)
- Haruka Nanase — Free!
- Yuno — Black Clover
- Mahito — Jujutsu Kaisen
- Eugeo — Sword Art Online: Alicization
Shimazaki is particularly known for balancing calm introspection with bursts of intensity, making him a strong fit for Baki’s evolving personality.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of verifiable roles based on publicly available sources (may not be exhaustive):
Anime
- 2013–present — Free! — Haruka Nanase
- 2018–present — Black Clover — Yuno
- 2018–present — Baki / Hanma Baki — Baki Hanma
- 2019–2020 — Sword Art Online: Alicization — Eugeo
- 2020–2023 — Jujutsu Kaisen — Mahito
- 2026 — Baki-Dou — Baki Hanma
Games / Other Media
- Fate/Grand Order — Arjuna
- Granblue Fantasy — Sandalphon
- Various anime films and drama CDs (roles not fully exhaustive)
Note: This list reflects documented credits from cited sources and may not be exhaustive.
Critical Reception
Nobunaga Shimazaki has been widely praised for his nuanced portrayal of Baki Hanma, particularly in later installments where the character’s emotional and psychological depth becomes more pronounced. His performance captures both Baki’s quiet determination and explosive fighting spirit, contributing to the character’s enduring popularity.
Our Sources
- Wikipedia – Nobunaga Shimazaki (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nobunaga_Shimazaki)
- Official Baki anime materials and casting continuity
- Anime News Network – Nobunaga Shimazaki profile (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=)
