In My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, the protagonist Koichi Haimawari (also known as “The Crawler”) is voiced in Japanese by Daiki Yamashita. Known for his energetic and emotionally expressive performances, Yamashita brings a relatable charm and determination to Koichi’s underdog hero journey. An official English dub voice actor for Vigilantes has not been fully confirmed at this time.
Japanese Voice Actor: Daiki Yamashita
Date of Birth
September 7, 1989
About Daiki
Daiki Yamashita is a widely recognized Japanese voice actor best known for portraying earnest, hardworking protagonists. His vocal style often captures nervous energy, sincerity, and emotional growth—making him especially effective in roles like Koichi, who evolves from an ordinary civilian into a self-made hero. Yamashita’s performances frequently highlight perseverance and heart, key traits that define Koichi’s story.
Hometown
Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Best known as Izuku Midoriya (Deku) in My Hero Academia
- Voiced Narancia Ghirga in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind
- Played Sakamichi Onoda in Yowamushi Pedal
- Known for portraying determined, emotionally driven protagonists
- Awarded “Best Rookie Actor” at the Seiyuu Awards early in his career
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime Series
- My Hero Academia (2016– ) — Izuku Midoriya
- My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (2026) — Koichi Haimawari
- Yowamushi Pedal (2013– ) — Sakamichi Onoda
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind (2018–2019) — Narancia Ghirga
- Horimiya (2021) — Shun Yasuda
- Pokémon Horizons (2023– ) — (supporting role)
Anime Films
- My Hero Academia film series — Izuku Midoriya
- Various anime film appearances tied to his TV roles
Video Games (Selected)
- My Hero Academia games — Izuku Midoriya
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure games — Narancia Ghirga
- Other anime-based and mobile game roles
Dubbing (Selected)
- Primarily active in original Japanese roles; limited widely documented dubbing credits
Critical Reception
Daiki Yamashita is highly praised for his ability to convey vulnerability and growth in his characters. His performances often resonate strongly with audiences due to their emotional authenticity. His casting as Koichi Haimawari has been seen as a natural fit, especially given his iconic role as Deku—another underdog hero navigating a challenging path toward greatness.
Our Sources
- Crunchyroll News – My Hero Academia: Vigilantes announcements (https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/)
- Wikipedia – Daiki Yamashita (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daiki_Yamashita)
- Behind The Voice Actors – Daiki Yamashita profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Daiki-Yamashita/)
Social Media
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DaikiYamashita
