Hidekatsu Shibata

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Characters played by Hidekatsu Shibata

Mars — Saint Seiya Omega (2012)

The God of War and primary antagonist of the first two arcs. He seeks to capture Aria to become the new Athena and recruits several Gold Saints to fight against Athena's forces.

Priest (voice) — Weathering with You (2019)

Religious figure consulted by Hodaka.

Commander Daisuke Gondô — The Ultraman (1979)

Becomes the new captain of the Science Defense Squad midway through the series. Despite initial friction, the team accepts him due to his strong intuition and protective leadership.

Zenon — Devilman (1972)

Zenon is a demon leader who commands the invasion of Tokyo and leads a large detachment that exposes demons to the world. He also questions why the protagonist was allowed to survive as a Devilman, linking him to the Demon Tribe’s campaign and the wider conflict between demons, Devilmen, and humanity.

Domon A — Space Carrier Blue Noah (1979)

Tactical officer on the Blue Noah, assists in navigation and strategy.

Hideo Haraguchi (voice) — Detective Conan: Sunflowers of Inferno (2015)

Voice actor portraying a minor character in specific case arcs.

Fritz Lang — Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa (2005)

German filmmaker who encounters Edward in an alternate dimension, bridges alchemy and cinema.

Gordon — Lupin the Third: The Mystery of Mamo (1978)

Scientist or agent in Mystery of Mamo, assists Mamo's research.

Igneel (voice) — Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry (2017)

Natsu's deceased dragon father and formative influence, represented through the wider Dragon Slayer mythology.

Tooru Ban (voice) — Detective Conan: Magician of the Silver Sky (2004)

Voice actor for the minor character Tooru.

Geese Howard — Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle (1993)

The ruthless tyrant of Southtown and primary antagonist of the first film. Orchestrates the murder of Jeff Bogard and rules through fear. Defeated by Terry Bogard's Hurricane Kick, he retreats to the mountains to recover. By the second film, he learns of Krauser's downfall and immediately begins plotting his own return.

Bull Demon King (voice) — Doraemon: The Record of Nobita's Parallel Journey to the West (1988)

A powerful demon adversary in the Journey to the West-inspired adventure.

Career Overview

Hidekatsu Shibata has 105 screen credits in a career dating back to 1962. Their work spans 22 cinematic universes — most prominently Dynamic Pro Super Robot Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Naruto, Baki Hanma, Saint Seiya Omega. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
105
Birth Date
1937-03-25
Birth Place
Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan

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Universe traveler — spans 22 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2735330), public domain (CC0).