Yuji Ueda

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Characters played by Yuji Ueda

Sanosuke Sagara — Rurouni Kenshin (1996)

Sanosuke Sagara is a fighter-for-hire and a former member of the Sekihō Army. He initially detests Kenshin because of the former Ishin Shishi's role in killing Sanosuke's leader, but recognizes that the present Kenshin is different from the killer he hated. He then becomes one of Kenshin's new friends.

Communication (voice) — Ghost in the Shell (1995)

Radio or network communications specialist

Ikuya Asano — The Twelve Kingdoms (2002)

One of Youko Nakajima's classmates who is brought to the other world and, after being separated from Youko, faces their own challenges.

Akito Tenkawa — Martian Successor Nadesico (1996)

Primary protagonist and Nadesico pilot. Escaped the destruction of Mars' Utopia colony with amnesia and a severe fear of the Jovian Lizards. Despite hating combat and aspiring to be a chef, he is forced to pilot humanoid combat robots. The female crew members, particularly Captain Yurika Misumaru, are romantically interested in him, but he prefers cooking and watching anime.

Takeshi — Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life (2009)

Calm and skilled Pokémon trainer who serves as the group's medic and strategist.

Takeshi — Pokémon: Mewtwo Returns (2001)

Takeshi is one of Satoshi's friends who becomes involved in the effort to rescue Pikachu. Domino kidnaps him along with Satoshi and the other companions, bringing him into the dangerous situation created by Team Rocket's plan to use the captured clones as bait for Mewtwo.

Sonans — Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014)

Talking Meowth, member of Team Rocket, known for its unique speech pattern.

Takeshi — Pokémon the Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back - Evolution (2019)

Accompanies Ash and Kasumi on the journey to New Island. After their vessel sinks, he helps the group swim to the island to challenge Mewtwo, though the battle is quickly interrupted by Mewtwo's expanded clone army.

Kotaro Nambara — Hand Maid May (2000)

Kazuya's wealthy rival who provides a virus disguised as a helpful program. He repeatedly tries to get May taken away due to unpaid fees and enlists other cyberdolls to retrieve her, but they all end up falling for Kazuya instead.

Joseph (voice) — Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa (2005)

Supporting character in Shamballa, assists Edward in navigating the alternate world.

Takeshi — Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai (2007)

Experienced Pokémon breeder and Satoshi's loyal friend.

Takeshi / Sonans — Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew (2005)

Calm and intelligent gym leader who travels with Satoshi and friends.

Career Overview

Yuji Ueda has 126 screen credits in a career dating back to 1988. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Rurouni Kenshin, Mushi-Shi, Kill la Kill. 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
126
Birth Date
1967-06-15
Birth Place
Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1196972), public domain (CC0).