Voice Actors Ono Kensho and Hanazawa Kana Announce Divorce
It has been revealed that voice actors Ono Kensho and Hanazawa Kana have divorced. Both Ono-san and Hanazawa-san shared identical statements on their respective social media accounts on September 14, 2025, jointly announcing the decision. They cited “difficulties in securing time as a couple due to differing lifestyle rhythms” as the reason for their separation.
In a document titled “To all our supporters and related parties,” Ono-san and Hanazawa-san humbly shared, “While this is a personal matter, we regret to inform you that, after repeated discussions, we have decided to divorce.” They explained the circumstances, stating, “Due to differences in our lifestyle rhythms, it became challenging to secure time together as a married couple. As a result of these continued disagreements, we mutually decided to respect each other’s paths and walk our separate ways.”
Concluding their announcement, they expressed deep apologies: “We sincerely apologize for this report to all who have warmly watched over and supported us as a couple.” They also conveyed their commitment to the future, asking for continued support: “Moving forward, we will both dedicate ourselves more than ever to our work, and we kindly ask for your unwavering support.”
Ono Kensho: A Versatile Talent from Child Actor to Prominent Voice
Born on October 5, 1989, Ono Kensho-san hails from Fukuoka Prefecture. He began his career as a child actor, demonstrating his versatile talents across various genres including stage productions and films. His foray into voice acting began in 2001 when he famously dubbed Harry Potter in the Japanese release of the Harry Potter film series, setting him on a path to becoming one of Japan’s most recognizable voices.
His extensive list of major roles includes:
- Kuroko Tetsuya in Kuroko no Basuke
- Nanase Riku in IDOLiSH7
- Giorno Giovana in JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Ougon no Kaze
- Hathaway Noa in Kidou Senshi Gundam: Senkou no Hathaway
Hanazawa Kana: A Beloved Voice and Accomplished Singer
Hanazawa Kana-san, born on February 25, 1989, is a Tokyo native. She made her voice acting debut in 2003 as Holly Madosein in LAST EXILE. Her career truly took off in 2006 when she portrayed the heroine Kaminagi Ryouko in Zegapain, marking the beginning of her full-scale voice acting career. Beyond her acting, Hanazawa-san has also maintained a vigorous presence as a singer since her solo debut in April 2012.
Her notable roles include:
- Kanroji Mitsuri in Kimetsu no Yaiba
- Nakano Ichika in Go-Toubun no Hanayome
- Sengoku Nadeko in Bakemonogatari
- Tsunemori Akane in PSYCHO-PASS
A High-Profile Union Comes to an End
Their marriage, announced in July 2020, garnered significant attention as a union between two highly popular and actively working voice actors at the forefront of the industry.
Written by Nakase Koutarou
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