Yushiro, Tamayo’s loyal companion and the only known demon personally created by her in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, is voiced by Daiki Yamashita in the original Japanese version and Kyle McCarley in the English dub. Their performances bring humor, devotion, and emotional depth to a character whose unwavering loyalty to Tamayo makes him one of the most memorable supporting characters in the series.


JAPANESE VOICE ACTOR (DAIKI YAMASHITA)

Date of Birth

September 7, 1989. Daiki Yamashita was born in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

About Daiki

Daiki Yamashita (山下 大輝) is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Arts Vision. He rose to international fame through his portrayal of Izuku Midoriya in My Hero Academia and has since become one of the most recognizable voices of his generation.

In Demon Slayer, Yamashita voices Yushiro, capturing the character’s sharp tongue, jealousy whenever Tamayo receives attention, and genuine compassion beneath his abrasive exterior. His performance highlights both the comedic and emotional sides of Yushiro throughout the series.

Hometown

Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Career Highlights

Some of Daiki Yamashita’s most notable roles include:

  • YushiroDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
  • Izuku Midoriya (Deku)My Hero Academia
  • Narancia GhirgaJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind
  • Sakamichi OnodaYowamushi Pedal
  • Valt AoiBeyblade Burst
  • Genta DoiHi Score Girl
  • Reki KyanSK8 the Infinity
  • Kei Tsukishima (young)Haikyuu!!

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects documented credits from publicly available sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no YaibaYushiro
  • My Hero AcademiaIzuku Midoriya
  • Yowamushi PedalSakamichi Onoda
  • JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden WindNarancia Ghirga
  • SK8 the InfinityReki Kyan
  • Beyblade BurstValt Aoi
  • Hi Score GirlGenta Doi
  • Pokemon Horizons — Supporting Roles

Anime Films

  • Demon Slayer: Infinity CastleYushiro
  • My Hero Academia film series — Izuku Midoriya
  • SK8 the Infinity EXTRA PARTReki Kyan
  • Various franchise films connected to his television anime roles.

Video Games

  • Demon Slayer: The Hinokami ChroniclesYushiro
  • Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2Yushiro
  • My Hero One’s Justice series — Izuku Midoriya
  • Numerous anime and mobile game adaptations.

Critical Reception

Daiki Yamashita’s portrayal of Yushiro has been praised for balancing the character’s comedic jealousy with his sincere devotion to Tamayo. Fans often cite his emotional scenes as some of the most touching moments involving Yushiro, particularly during the later arcs of the series.

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ENGLISH VOICE ACTOR (KYLE MCCARLEY)

Date of Birth

Kyle McCarley’s full date of birth is not publicly documented through major official biographies and industry databases.

About Kyle

Kyle McCarley is an American voice actor, writer, editor, and content creator known for his extensive work in anime, video games, and animation. He has built a reputation for portraying thoughtful, emotionally nuanced, and memorable characters across a variety of popular franchises.

In the English dub of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, McCarley voices Yushiro, bringing a distinctive mix of sarcasm, loyalty, and emotional vulnerability to the character. His performance captures Yushiro’s comedic jealousy whenever Tamayo is praised while also highlighting his unwavering devotion to her cause. (behindthevoiceactors.com)

Hometown

Publicly verified information regarding Kyle McCarley’s hometown has not been widely documented.

Career Highlights

Some of Kyle McCarley’s most notable roles include:

  • YushiroDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
  • 9SNieR: Automata
  • Shigeo “Mob” KageyamaMob Psycho 100
  • Narancia GhirgaJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind
  • Mikazuki AugusMobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans
  • Aoba SeragakiDRAMAtical Murder
  • AlmFire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
  • GatekeeperFire Emblem: Three Houses

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects documented major credits from publicly available sources and may not be exhaustive.

Anime Series

  • Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no YaibaYushiro
  • Mob Psycho 100Shigeo “Mob” Kageyama
  • JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden WindNarancia Ghirga
  • Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded OrphansMikazuki Augus
  • Durarara!!x2Mikado Ryugamine
  • Fate/ApocryphaCelenike Icecolle Yggdmillennia
  • Blue Exorcist — Supporting Roles
  • Tiger & Bunny 2 — Supporting Roles

Animated Series

  • Kid Cosmic — Supporting Roles
  • The Boss Baby: Back in Business — Supporting Roles
  • Various web animation and streaming productions

Video Games

  • Demon Slayer: The Hinokami ChroniclesYushiro
  • Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2Yushiro
  • NieR: Automata9S
  • NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…Young Nier
  • Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of ValentiaAlm
  • Fire Emblem HeroesAlm, Gatekeeper
  • Persona 5 Tactica — Supporting Roles
  • Genshin Impact — Additional Voices
  • Numerous anime and role-playing game projects

Critical Reception

Kyle McCarley’s portrayal of Yushiro has been praised for balancing the character’s comedic tendencies with his deeper emotional moments. Fans frequently highlight his ability to convey Yushiro’s devotion to Tamayo without losing the character’s sarcastic edge. His performance becomes particularly impactful during the later arcs of Demon Slayer, where Yushiro’s loyalty and resilience are tested in increasingly dramatic circumstances. (behindthevoiceactors.com)

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