Kentaro Ito, the voice actor for Renji Abarai in the currently airing anime series BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Conflict.
His agency, Mausu Promotion, announced on its official website on the 11th that Kentaro Ito underwent emergency surgery for a cerebral hemorrhage, is recovering well, and will be taking a temporary hiatus to rest, providing details on the situation.
official website of his agency stated: "Ito felt unwell at home recently and was rushed to the hospital. After examination by a doctor, symptoms of a 'cerebral hemorrhage' were discovered, and he underwent emergency surgery on the same day."
The statement further noted: "He is currently out of danger, and his post-operative recovery is good. However, with the goal of returning to work, he will focus on rehabilitation treatment for a period of time." Regarding his return date, the agency stated that it would be announced at a later time, and appealed to the public: "We kindly ask for your continued support and encouragement."
Kentaro Ito, 52, has voiced numerous characters in anime, including Yoshitake Shiraishi in Golden Kamuy, Jin Tadokoro in Yowamushi Pedal, Renji Abarai in BLEACH, and Choji Akimichi in NARUTO, among many other works.
The news has understandably caused concern among many fans, as a cerebral hemorrhage is a serious condition. Everyone hopes he will rest well and make a full recovery before returning to work.
