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Hitoshi Takagi was a Japanese voice actor active in film and animation. Born on February 26, 1925, in Tokyo, Japan, Takagi contributed to the medium primarily through voice work, lending presence to characters in notable productions. Among their most recognized roles was the voice of Totoro in the 1988 film My Neighbor Totoro, a character that became emblematic of Studio Ghibli’s work in animation. Takagi’s performance added a distinctive layer to the film’s atmosphere, aligning with the studio’s approach to creating immersive worlds through voice acting.
In addition to their work in animation, Takagi appeared in live-action and genre films. They provided the voice for the Natadae Village Elder in the 1994 film Dragon Ball Z: Broly - Second Coming, contributing to the film’s ensemble cast…
