Interview with voice actor Howard Wang at Anime Expo 2022

Anime Expo brought incredible voice acting talent to this year’s event. Among those voice actors was Howard Wang. Howard is known for dubbing the English voices for characters such as Langa Hasegawa from Sk8 the InfinityXie Lian from Heaven Official’s Blessing, Tsutomu Goshiki from Haikyu!, and Mojito from Dragon Ball Super. 

Interview with Howard Wang

We asked Howard, of the characters he voices, and who he feels he relates to the most. He said:

“I kinda relate to all of them in a little way, one way or another. Langa, from Sk8 the Infinity, I think I have a lot in common with. We’re both snowboarders. I’m not from Canada, but I spent a lot of time in Canada. I have a lot of Canadian friends. I actually dedicated my performance as Langa to my Canadian friends.”

Langa Hasegawa voiced by Howard Wang
Langa Hasegawa from SK8 THE INFINITY. Photo Courtesy of BONES.

He goes on to say:

“And then there’s Xie Lian from Heaven Official’s Blessing that I really relate to because he’s just tired and trying his best a lot.

Then, we asked what Howard wants audiences to take away from these characters that he connects with. He said:

“I think they are…I think they demonstrate that just as long as you just are honest and try your best with any given situation, it usually works out. And just be kind, I think.”

Xie Lian from Heaven Official's Blessing
Xie Lian from HEAVEN OFFICIAL’S BLESSING. Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll.

You can follow Howard Wang on Twitter and check out his website.

Anime Expo

Anime Expo brings together fans and industry from Japan, the US, and all over the world for the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America. This event features the best in Japanese entertainment, music, fashion, and video games. This year’s event is taking place on July 1-4, 2022 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

July 2nd, 2022. The crowds gather on in the South Hall Lobby of the Los Angeles Convention Center as they wait for the opening of Anime Expo 2022. Photo by Maddie Morrow.

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Maddie Morrow

Maddie Morrow (she/they) plays a vital role on the Temple of Geek Team. As a jack-of-all-trades and Creative Director, she actively participates in nearly every project and facet of the organization. From fostering community and interviewing on red carpets, to managing backend operations, Maddie contributes across almost every department. Find her on Instagram and TikTok at @maddie_whovian and on Twitter @mad_whovian

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