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AI tool that copied actor’s ‘lustrous’ voice violated his rights, Tokyo court rules

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Kenjiro Tsuda wins case against TikTok account in landmark Japanese verdict to protect publicity rights

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Section: Technology
By: Justin McCurry
Published: Sep 30, 2026, 11:09 AM UTC
Updated: Sep 30, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC

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A courtroom fight in Japan could help decide whether a performer's voice counts as something the law can protect in the age of artificial intelligence.

The Cool DownIn Japan, anime voice actor sues TikTok over AI clone of his 'lustrous' baritone

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Tokyo

Capital and most populous city in Japan

Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. The population of the city proper was over 14 million as of 2023. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the world, with 33 million residents as of 2025.

TikTok

Chinese video-focused social media platform

TikTok is a Chinese social networking service and short-form online video platform. It hosts user-submitted videos, which range in duration from three seconds to 60 minutes. It can be accessed through a mobile app or through its website.

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AI tool that copied actor’s ‘lustrous’ voice violated his rights, Tokyo court rules

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