The popular anime series, Kimetsu no Yaiba, is currently airing its fourth season. However, an unexpected issue has arisen that might affect the show’s production. Let’s dive into the details.
Kenichi Suzumura, The Voice of Obanai, Steps Away from Acting
Kenichi Suzumura, a veteran Japanese voice actor, is currently facing health issues that have forced him to take a break from his professional life. Suzumura-san is known for his stellar career, having voiced popular characters like Kakashi in Naruto, and Zack Fair in the Final Fantasy VII Remakes. Presently, he is the voice behind Obanai Iguro in the anime series, Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Unfortunate Timing: Suzumura-san’s Health Issues Coincide with Obanai’s Increased Screen Time
So, what happened to Suzumura-san? It appears that he had been dealing with health issues for a while, which gradually worsened. His doctor eventually advised him to take a break from all professional responsibilities to focus on his physical recovery.
Suzumura-san’s agency has confirmed that his recovery is their top priority, and he will resume his activities at a later date. However, this raises a significant question: will Suzumura-san’s health issues affect the production of Kimetsu no Yaiba’s fourth season?
It’s important to note that voice recording is one of the final steps in the anime production process. The extent to which ufotable, the animation studio behind Kimetsu no Yaiba, has completed the fourth season’s production is unknown. If Suzumura-san still has scenes to record, and they happen to be in the latter part of the season, it’s possible that the studio might have to issue a statement regarding the anime.
Health Comes First: Hoping for Suzumura-san’s Speedy Recovery
At this point, the most crucial thing is for Kenichi Suzumura to overcome his health complications. It’s indeed unfortunate that his health issues coincide with the first season in years where Obanai has any significant relevance in Kimetsu no Yaiba.
However, it’s too early to speculate about the potential impact on the fourth season. So, we’ll have to wait and see if this situation affects the new season or not. In the meantime, we extend our heartfelt wishes to Suzumura-san for a speedy and complete recovery.
