Sailor Jupiter (Makoto Kino), the strong yet kind-hearted Sailor Guardian in Sailor Moon, is voiced in Japanese by Emi Shinohara and in the English dub (modern Viz Media version) by Amanda C. Miller. In this article, we’ll focus on Shinohara’s performance and career, which helped define Makoto’s unique blend of toughness and warmth.
Japanese Voice Actor: Emi Shinohara
Date of Birth
August 8, 1963
About Emi
Emi Shinohara is a respected Japanese voice actress known for her work throughout the 1990s and beyond. As Makoto Kino, she delivered a performance that perfectly balanced Sailor Jupiter’s physical strength with her gentle, nurturing personality. Her voice carries both authority and kindness, making Makoto one of the most relatable and grounded characters in Sailor Moon.
Shinohara is also recognized for voicing mature, elegant, or strong female characters across a wide range of anime.
Hometown
Fukushima Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Makoto Kino / Sailor Jupiter — Sailor Moon series (1992–present, including classic series and returns)
- Kushina Uzumaki — Naruto Shippuden
- Balsa Yonsa — Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit
- Shizuru Kuwabara — Yu Yu Hakusho
- Presea Combatir — Tales of Symphonia
Shinohara’s portrayal of Makoto is widely praised for capturing both her strength and emotional depth.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of verifiable roles based on available sources (may not be exhaustive):
Anime
- 1992–1997 — Sailor Moon — Makoto Kino / Sailor Jupiter
- 1992–1995 — Yu Yu Hakusho — Shizuru Kuwabara
- 2007 — Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit — Balsa Yonsa
- 2007–2017 — Naruto Shippuden — Kushina Uzumaki
- Various appearances in Sailor Moon specials and related media
Games / Other Media
- Tales of Symphonia — Presea Combatir
- Sailor Moon games — Makoto Kino
- Various dubbing and narration roles
Note: This list reflects documented credits from cited sources and may not be exhaustive.
Critical Reception
Emi Shinohara’s performance as Sailor Jupiter is widely regarded as definitive. Her ability to convey both physical strength and emotional sensitivity helped make Makoto a standout among the Sailor Guardians. Fans continue to praise her portrayal for its warmth, sincerity, and balance.
Our Sources
- Wikipedia – Emi Shinohara (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emi_Shinohara)
- Wikipedia – Sailor Moon (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailor_Moon)
- Anime News Network – Emi Shinohara profile (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=)
English Voice Actor: Amanda C. Miller
Date of Birth
September 21, 1987
About Amanda
Amanda C. Miller is an American voice actress known for her energetic and expressive performances across anime, video games, and animation. As the English voice of Makoto Kino in the Viz Media dub of Sailor Moon, she delivers a performance that highlights Sailor Jupiter’s dual nature—tough and physically strong, yet deeply caring and romantic. Her portrayal captures Makoto’s confidence while preserving the character’s emotional warmth.
Hometown
Los Angeles, California, USA
Career Highlights
- Makoto Kino / Sailor Jupiter — Sailor Moon (Viz Media dub, Crystal, films)
- Junko Enoshima / Toko Fukawa — Danganronpa series
- Sailor Galaxia — Sailor Moon Cosmos (English dub)
- Boron Brioche — Ragnarok Animation
- Sulley (young) — Monster University (additional voice work)
Miller is known for portraying bold, high-energy characters, making her a strong fit for Jupiter’s commanding yet kind personality.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of verifiable roles based on available sources (may not be exhaustive):
Anime
- Sailor Moon (Viz Media redub) — Makoto Kino / Sailor Jupiter
- Sailor Moon Crystal / Eternal / Cosmos — Sailor Jupiter (and Sailor Galaxia in Cosmos)
- Danganronpa: The Animation — Junko Enoshima / Toko Fukawa
- Little Witch Academia — Constanze Amalie von Braunschbank Albrechtsberger
Video Games
- Danganronpa series — Junko Enoshima / Toko Fukawa
- BlazBlue series — Noel Vermillion (alternate/related credits)
- Fire Emblem Heroes — Various characters
Other / Animation
- Monster University — Additional voices
- Various Western animation and game roles
Note: This list reflects documented credits from cited sources and may not be exhaustive.
Critical Reception
Amanda C. Miller’s performance as Sailor Jupiter has been praised for balancing strength and sincerity. Fans of the Viz Media dub often highlight her ability to portray Makoto’s toughness without losing the character’s softer, more emotional side. Her energetic delivery and expressive range make her a standout among the modern Sailor Guardian voices.
Our Sources
- Wikipedia – Amanda C. Miller (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanda_C._Miller)
- Wikipedia – Sailor Moon (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailor_Moon)
- Behind The Voice Actors – Sailor Jupiter (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/)
