Cartoonist Fujiko F. Fujio created Doraemon in 1970, and the tale of his relationship with Nobita, a kind but sluggish boy who became a household name. In addition to being translated into other languages, the manga and anime series have millions of readers and viewers in Japan and around the globe.
In the show, Doraemon, who originates from the 22nd century, frequently uses futuristic devices such a “take-copter” and “anywhere door” to assist Nobita in trying circumstances. Earlier, voice of Nobita, Noriko Ohara, passed away in July.
More about Nobuyo Oyama
Nobuyo, who made her stage debut in a drama on Japan’s NHK public television in 1956, was a budding actor who was born in Tokyo in 1933. In 1957, she made her voice acting debut in the dubbed version of the television drama series Lassie.
Nobuyo became well-known in anime and kid’s shows due to her raspy voice. She provided the voice of a teenage boy named Katsuo in the family anime series Sazaesan before Doraemon, as well as one of three piglets in a much-liked children’s puppet show in the early 1960s.
In March 2005, Nobuyo gave up her role as Doraemon as part of a voice actor rotation for the main cast. “I hope Doraemon will still be a beloved character in the distant future,” Nobuyo said.
