Voice Actor Kenichi Suzumura to Take Temporary Hiatus After Adjustment Disorder Diagnosis

Kenichi Suzumura, a renowned Japanese voice actor, will take a temporary hiatus after being diagnosed with adjustment disorder, according to an official statement released on the website of his agency, Intention.

On the 12th, Intention posted a notice titled “Regarding Kenichi Suzumura’s Hiatus,” expressing gratitude for the continued support from fans. The statement explained that Suzumura had been experiencing ongoing health issues and was subsequently diagnosed with adjustment disorder by a physician. Based on medical advice, he will focus on rest and recovery for the time being.

The agency added that his recovery will be the top priority, and any updates regarding his return to activities will be announced at a later date. It also offered a sincere apology to fans and related parties for the concern and inconvenience caused.

Suzumura had previously announced a hiatus in May 2024 due to health issues and later resumed activities in July 2024.

Kenichi Suzumura’s Notable Roles and Career

Kenichi Suzumura is widely known for his roles as Shinn Asuka in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY, Sogo Okita in Gintama, Obanai Iguro the Serpent Hashira in Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba, Atsushi Murasakibara in Kuroko’s Basketball, Daisuke Shima in Space Battleship Yamato 2199, and Yang Wen li in Legend of the Galactic Heroes Die Neue These.

In addition to his voice acting career, Suzumura is also active as an artist and has served as a personality for numerous radio programs. He is the representative director of the voice acting agency Intention, which represents prominent voice actors such as Yuichi Nakamura, Nao Toyama, and Yuma Uchida.

Source : ORICON NEWS