Disney's Live‑Action “Moana” Japanese Dub Cast Revealed
Disney’s upcoming live‑action adaptation of "Moana" will be released in Japan on July 31, 2026, with a full Japanese dub announced. The voice cast features Tsuzumi (ME:I) as Moana and Oonami Matsuya reprising his role as Maui from the animated version. New cast members include Kimura Ryoko as Grandma Tala, Fukui Akira as chief Tui, Manase Haruka as mother Sina, and Rolly continuing as the giant crab Tamatoa. Child actor Kurata Eima voices Baby Moana. A Japanese‑language trailer showcasing the cast’s performances and a new in‑film song performed by Matsuya has also been released.
The announcement includes comments from several cast members about their excitement and approach to matching the original voices, emphasizing the film’s themes of family, bravery, and adventure.