Shin-ichiro Miki

Shin-ichiro Miki (also credited as Shin'ichirou Miki, みき しんいちろう, and 四季透) is a Japanese screen and voice artist born on March 18, 1968, in Tokyo, Japan. Represented by 81 Produce, he has built a long-running career defined by versatile character work and a distinctive, expressive delivery.

Miki is widely recognized by global anime audiences for voicing Kojiro (James) in Pokémon, a role that helped cement his reputation for charismatic supporting performances. He is frequently cast as stylish, youthful, and “cool” leading men, while also bringing nuance to dramatic and comedic parts across television, film, and games.

His film and franchise credits include Perfect Blue (Taku), Lupin the Third: Prison of the Past (Berthe), and Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Special Edition III: Return The World (Lyle Dylandy / Lockon Stratos II). He has also contributed to titles such as Hula Fulla Dance, Super Robot Wars, In a Distant Time 3: Neverending Destiny, and TANNISHO.

Beyond acting, Miki has performed as a singer with the four-member band Weiß and is known for extensive work in BL drama productions. His craft has been formally recognized, including a Seiyu Awards win for supporting roles.