Who doesn’t know Mamoru Miyano, the voice actor for Light from Death Note? The man has entertained audiences around the world with his amazing performances, and has been working in the industry for 30 long years. On June 8, 2025, however, when everyone least expected it, the anime community was met with bittersweet news. Mamoru Miyano, the renowned voice actor, announced his departure from his agency, the Himawari Theatre Group.
This announcement coincided with the 42nd birthday of the Death Note voice actor, and as mentioned earlier, marked the end of a remarkable 30-year journey with the agency. The Himawari Theatre Group shaped his entire career, and his exit, following the expiration of his contract, has saddened everyone. What’s next for Miyano? Will he continue to contribute to the anime industry, or will he perhaps find new entertainment avenues?
Mamoru Miyano and his career with the Himawari Theatre Group
The Death Note voice actor, Mamoru Miyano, has been affiliated with the Himawari Theatre Group since he was a child. The agency has given the actor several opportunities and has laid the foundation for a solid career that would make him a household name in anime. He is an amazing voice actor, and for over three decades, he has been delivering unforgettable performances.
While he has worked in lots of anime like Steins; Gate, his most iconic roles are from Bungo Stray Dogs and Death Note. Miyano portrayed Osamu Dazai in Bungo Stray Dogs, a complex character based on the real-life Japanese author. His breakout role as Light Yagami, the cunning protagonist of Death Note, allowed him to showcase his ability as a voice actor. Every role he undertook earned him acclaim and cemented him as one of Japan’s top voice actors.
Miyano’s exit from his agency is a huge shock for fans, and this announcement, which coincided with his 42nd birthday, was made through the Himawari Theatre Group’s Official X account. The post informed fans that the Death Note voice actor will be leaving the agency following the expiration of his contract, and thanked all his beloved fans for supporting him over the years.
While everyone is saddened by Miyano’s exit, a few fans are curious about his next move. In case you weren’t aware, the voice actor’s talents extend beyond voice acting. He is a singer and a huge television presence. He is a multifaceted man, and this has caused fans to wonder about what he is going to do next.
What lies ahead for the Death Note voice actor?
Miyano’s departure from the Himawari Theatre Group is a huge career milestone. His fans are now eager for details about his future plans. As mentioned earlier, the voice actor is also a singer and a huge television presence in Japan, and people are wondering if he will try to pursue other creative avenues.
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If you are one such fan, we are sorry to inform you that no information has been released regarding new agency affiliations or upcoming projects. Mamoru Miyano is now a big enough name to pursue his career independently, being one of Japan’s best voice actors alongside the likes of Kenjiro Tsuda, but what about his music and live performance career?
Several other fans also seem to be confusing the actor’s exit from the agency with the actor’s exit from the industry. Relax, people. He isn’t leaving the industry (hopefully). We will continue to watch out for further updates about Miyano’s future plans, but for now, we’d like to wish him the best of luck for whatever he wants to do. We, much like his fans, will continue to support him for whatever lies ahead.
Death Note voice actor Mamoru Miyano’s exit from his agency is a huge career milestone for him. It is also a significant moment in the anime world and marks the end of an era. The agency has helped Mamoru cement himself as one of the best voice actors in the industry, and his departure is a reminder that nothing is permanent. As we await announcements about his next steps, we continue to support him, whatever path he chooses.
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