[Studio Ghibli Masterpiece] Howl's Moving Castle (2004): How Takuya Kimura Voiced Wizard Howl for Hayao Miyazaki. Complete archival guide to Takuya Kimura's performance as Japanese voice cast in the 2004 film Howl’s Moving Castle (ハウルの動く城), including network/studio (Studio Ghibli / Toho), streaming (Netflix (Global) / Max / Studio Ghibli Blu-ray), theme song (世界の約束 (The Promise of the World) — 倍賞千恵子 / 久石譲), and primary source.
Who does Takuya Kimura play in Howl’s Moving Castle (2004) and what makes the role iconic?
Japanese voice cast (日本語版・声の出演) — Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli film opened in Japan on 20 November 2004. Listed here as voice work rather than a live-action role; the studio page documents its credits and release.
Where can I watch Howl’s Moving Castle online, and what are its ratings and theme song?
Studio Ghibli / Toho | ¥19.6 Billion Box Office | Streaming: Netflix (Global) / Max / Studio Ghibli Blu-ray | OST: 世界の約束 (The Promise of the World) — 倍賞千恵子 / 久石譲
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Who is Takuya Kimura's wife and when did they marry?
Takuya Kimura is married to Japanese singer and artist Shizuka Kudo. They registered their marriage on December 5, 2000.
Who are Takuya Kimura's daughters?
His two daughters are Cocomi (born May 1, 2001, classical flutist and voice actress) and Kōki, (born February 5, 2003, international model and actress).
What sunglasses did Takuya Kimura wear in Grand Maison Tokyo?
He wore the Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer RB2140F 901/64 with a polished black frame and crystal blue-grey lenses.
What is the goro's 'Kimutaku Set'?
It refers to Takuya Kimura's iconic Harajuku goro's feather necklace setup pairing an upper-gold XL feather and gold-tip XL feather on a silver chain.
What year and brand was Takuya Kimura's famous lipstick commercial?
In 1996, 23-year-old Takuya Kimura starred in Kanebo Cosmetics' 'T'ESTIMO II' lipstick commercial, selling over 3 million units in two months.
Which dramas showcase young Takuya Kimura in the 1990s and early 2000s?
Essential titles include Long Vacation (1996), Love Generation (1997), Beautiful Life (2000), HERO (2001), Good Luck!! (2003), and Pride (2004).
Which Takuya Kimura dramas are available on Netflix?
Titles licensed on Netflix across major regions include Grand Maison Tokyo, Good Luck!!, Beautiful Life, and Studio Ghibli's Howl's Moving Castle (outside Japan/US depending on region).
How can I watch Long Vacation and HERO in HD?
Both Fuji TV classics have been released in official HD Blu-ray Box editions and stream in Japan on Fuji TV On Demand (FOD).
What is the highest TV rating ever achieved by a Takuya Kimura drama?
The finale of Beautiful Life (2000) reached a 41.3% rating in Kantō, while HERO (2001) achieved the highest series average at 34.3%, with all 11 episodes above 30%.
How many of Japan's top 10 Heisei-era dramas starred Takuya Kimura?
Five of the top ten highest-rated Japanese dramas of the Heisei era starred Takuya Kimura as the lead actor.
How tall is Takuya Kimura?
Takuya Kimura's official profile height is 176 cm (5 feet 9 inches).
What is Takuya Kimura's birth date and blood type?
He was born on November 13, 1972 (Scorpio), and his blood type is O.
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How do Grand Maison Tokyo and Grand Maison Paris differ?
Grand Maison Tokyo is the 2019 television series, with a 2024 special. Grand Maison Paris is the film released in Japan on 30 December 2024. This archive suggests the series, special and film as a reading route into the characters.
The introductions are independently edited. We do not stream films or sell tickets. Years refer to the initial Japanese broadcast or theatrical release; the works list is a selection, not a complete filmography. Each entry links to its broadcaster, distributor, studio, label, or agency source. Japanese titles are retained for reference.
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