Wakana Yamazaki, the Voice of Ran Mōri in Detective Conan, Passes Away

The production company TMS Entertainment announced the passing of Wakana Yamazaki, the voice actress who played Ran Mōri in Detective Conan for 30 years, since the series premiered in 1996. The company expressed its deep gratitude for her dedication and contributions to the franchise.

The statement confirms that Akemi Okamura will continue in the role of Ran Mōri, with respect for the character that Yamazaki cultivated over nearly three decades. The agency Aoni Production had already announced the details of her passing.

The original creator, Gosho Aoyama, shared a farewell message: "Her kind and comforting voice seemed like it would always be by our side... I am deeply saddened that we can no longer hear it."

The production team for the television series and the films of Detective Conan also thanked fans for their support over the years.

Originally published on Anitsu by Marcos López. Text reviewed and fact-checked for DonOtaku on November 5, 2026; the original date is preserved.