Noriko Ohara, Iconic Voice of Nobita in 'Doraemon,' Passes Away at 88

The beloved voice actress brought life to Nobita and other memorable characters over a career spanning five decades.

Ohara voiced Nobita Nobi from 1979 to 2005, becoming the most recognized iteration of the character.
She also played key roles in 'Heidi: Girl of the Alps,' 'Future Boy Conan,' and 'Yatterman.'
Her work extended to dubbing for international stars like Shirley MacLaine and Catherine Deneuve.
Ohara received an achievement award at the first Seiyu Awards in 2007 for her contributions to voice acting.
Her passing was confirmed by her agency, with a private funeral held according to family wishes.