Renowned voice actor Hiiro Ishibashi has officially joined the cast of My Hero Academia‘s climactic final season, with his character making a debut in the anime’s 169th overall episode, which aired this past Saturday. His addition comes as the beloved superhero saga rapidly approaches its grand finale, scheduled for December 13.
Ishibashi’s Role and Impact on the Final Arc
Details surrounding the specific character Hiiro Ishibashi voices are now emerging following the broadcast of the 169th episode, which sets the stage for the series’ ultimate conclusion. While the exact name of his character was not immediately provided in public information, his involvement adds another talented performer to an already star-studded ensemble as the narrative intensifies. Ishibashi’s unique vocal talents are expected to bring depth to his newly introduced role, contributing to the emotional weight of the ongoing “Final War Arc.”
A Look at Hiiro Ishibashi’s Voice Acting Career
Hiiro Ishibashi, born on August 24, 2004, has quickly made a name for himself in the Japanese voice acting industry. He is affiliated with Avex Pictures and has a notable resume spanning various anime and dubbing projects.
His prominent roles include:
- Miguel in the Japanese dub of Disney Pixar’s Coco (2017), marking his voice acting debut.
- Umi in the 2019 film Children of the Sea.
- Yuga Ohdo, the main character in Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens.
- Akatsuki Red in Mr. Villain’s Day Off.
- Taisei Onari in Shinkalion: Change the World.
Ishibashi’s versatility and experience in both film and television anime underscore the caliber of talent joining My Hero Academia as it enters its final phase.
My Hero Academia Season 8: The Grand Finale Approaches
The eighth and final season of the My Hero Academia anime, officially titled My Hero Academia: Final Season, premiered on October 4, 2025. Produced by Bones Film and overseen by chief director Kenji Nagasaki and director Naomi Nakayama, this season is adapting the concluding chapters of Kōhei Horikoshi’s original manga, specifically from the beginning of volume 40 through the end of volume 42 (chapters 399–431).
The final season consists of 11 episodes and is set to conclude on December 13, 2025. Fans globally have been following the intense storyline, which picks up from where the seventh season left off, focusing on the ultimate confrontations between the Heroes and Villains. Key battles include the showdowns between Izuku Midoriya and Tomura Shigaraki, and All Might against All For One, as the fate of their world hangs in the balance.
Crunchyroll has licensed the season for streaming outside of Asia, offering both subtitled and dubbed versions. A special theatrical event, “My Hero Academia Final Season: Ultra Screening,” is also scheduled for December 13, 2025, in 12 Japanese theaters, featuring all episodes of the final season, including the highly anticipated final episode.
The anime’s conclusion marks the end of a nearly decade-long journey, with manga author Kohei Horikoshi heavily involved in the production, even providing new original scenes not included in the manga. Fans can expect an emotionally charged and action-packed conclusion as Izuku strives to become the greatest hero and determine the future of hero society.
