We have some sad news to report to you. It was announced that Ishizuka Unshou, the Japanese voice of Professor Oak in the Pokemon anime, passed away a few days ago because of esophagus cancer. According to a tweet that relayed the news, “he had been under medical care, but no treatment had proved effective”. The tweet can be seen down below. Rest in peace, Ishizuka Unshou.
Professor Oak, the Man, the Myth, the Legend.
You will always be the first. Thank you for the adventure.
While i LOATHE Pokemon I wish the voice actors family members my sincerest condolences.
This dude was awesome. Especially as old Joseph Joestar. Rest in peace.
This guy was the man. For voicing professor oak and Joseph joestar. Thank you for all the adventures I had with you my friend.
Never watched the JP dubs but I’m sure he will be missed. Rest in peace.
I remember when I first started watching anime in Japanese. The first series I picked up was Naruto and Ishizuka was the voice of Zabuza. He really sounded intimidating. He will be missed.
I wonder if TFS will do a Mr. Satan thing?