She was there for Pikachu’s first “Pika!”
When the Pokémon series debuted in Japan, it was actress Ikue Ōtani who brought its electric lead to life. She’s been the definitive voice of Pikachu ever since, recording for movies, video games, and international versions of the anime.
When the Pokémon series debuted in Japan, it was actress Ikue Ōtani who brought its electric lead to life. She’s been the definitive voice of Pikachu ever since, recording for movies, video games, and international versions of the anime.

