BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Announces New Cast: Marina Inoue as Young Jugram and Chiaki Kobayashi as Young Bazz
The popular anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War - Conflict has revealed additional cast members. Marina Inoue will voice Young Jugram Haschwalth (Yugo), while Chiaki Kobayashi will play Young Bazz-B. Both voice actors are set to appear on stage at Jump Festa 2025 on December 22.
One-Hour Special Finale Confirmed
The highly anticipated third cour finale of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War will air as a one-hour special on December 28 at 11:45 PM JST on TV Tokyo.
About BLEACH
Originally serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2001 to 2016, BLEACH tells the story of protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki, who gains the powers of a Soul Reaper after meeting Rukia Kuchiki. Together with his companions, Ichigo faces numerous challenges across the Soul Society and beyond.
Manga Success: Over 130 million copies sold globally
Adaptations:
TV Anime (2004–2012)
Live-Action Film starring Sota Fukushi (2018)
Thousand-Year Blood War Arc (Final Chapter) began airing in October 2022
Season 1: October–December 2022
Season 2: July–September 2023
The Thousand-Year Blood War Arc marks the first anime continuation in over a decade and aims to adapt the manga’s climactic final arc.
BLEACH The Thousand-Year Blood War Arc Official Site
Cast Comments
Marina Inoue (Young Jugram/Yugo):
“I am excited to meet the passionate BLEACH fans at the stage event. Together with Chiaki, we will share all things Bazz and Yugo. BLEACH fans, I look forward to seeing you!”
Chiaki Kobayashi (Young Bazz-B):
“I will pour all my energy into portraying Bazz’s heat, anger, and loneliness, ensuring I pass the torch to Yuuki Ono’s portrayal seamlessly. Thank you for your support!”
Jump Festa attendees can look forward to hearing more from both actors about their characters’ roles in this highly anticipated season.
Source : ORICON NEWS