Emi Shinohara, the stage name of Emiko Shinohara (Nagano, March 8, 1963 – November 8, 2024), was a Japanese voice actress, actress, and singer, and one of the most iconic voices of her generation. Her fame is inextricably linked to the role of Makoto Kino (Sailor Jupiter) in the anime series *Sailor Moon*, a character she voiced in all of her animated appearances. Her prolific career, which began in the mid-1980s, includes notable roles such as Kaho Mizuki in *Cardcaptor Sakura*, Kushina Uzumaki in *Naruto Shippuden*, Ophelia in *Claymore*, and Presea Combatir in the *Tales of Symphonia* video game series. Praised for her versatility, capable of voicing both energetic characters and complex, maternal figures, she received ensemble awards for her contributions, including the Synergy Award at the Seiyu Awards as part of the *Sailor Moon* cast. Her influence and vocal timbre have left a profound mark on the imaginations of millions of animation fans worldwide.