Ask Sayaka Suwa! Top 50 things fans want to know

As the voice actor industry has attracted more and more attention, some media have begun to use voice actors as the subject of interviews. Among them, the "~Voice Actor's Ring~" column launched by a Japanese media uses 50 QA questions and answers to recent hot voice actors, and this form has also attracted the attention of many voice actor fans. In the latest interview, Saika Suwa, who has starred in works such as "The Mystery of the Devil" (Higashi Rabbit Kakuru) and "If You Break Her Flag" (Ninja Hayashi Ruri), will show us her unknown side.

01. Please tell us about your opportunity to become a voice actor.

A: "The Prince of Tennis" taught me what a voice actor is, and I think that voice actors should be good at not only acting, but also singing and broadcasting, and in short, they are active in many fields. There is a longing for this.

02. What is your animation debut?

A: The junior students and girls in "EvokedTHEBeginningwhite".

03. In your previous works, is there any role that left a particularly deep impression on you?

A: The East Rabbit Horn in "The Mystery of the Devil". Because this is the first time I have played a starring role, I am very emotional.

04. Among the characters you are currently dubbing, are there any characters that have parts similar to yourself?

A: Ikumi-chan Suzuki from "Life". She's a good or bad type, more action-oriented than thinking, and has an unwarranted and very positive attitude. That's a lot like me (laughs).

05. In the previous dubbing process, please list a plot that impressed you.

A: In episode 12 of "Devil's Mystery", I still remember the scene when I dubbed two bunny characters at the same time.

06. If you have any failures or impressive experiences at the dubbing scene, please let us know.

A: If there are a lot of people in the dubbing scene, I will not be used to speaking with a microphone during the test, so I will also pronounce the wrong lines.

07. Are there any competitors or voice actors that you are targeting?

A: If the goal is ...... Then all the seniors counted. And among my contemporaries and even those who came after me, there are many people who deserve my respect. But when it comes to the object of longing, then it should be Miss Marina Inoue, Ms. Maaya Sakamoto, and Ms. Miyuki Sawajo.

08. What do you think you would do if you didn't become a voice actor?

A: Kindergarten teacher, or announcer in my hometown.

09. What is the most painful thing about being a voice actor?

A: It's probably not just a problem for voice actors, but people like me who are immature always have to deal with areas that they are weak or not good at.

10. Conversely, what is the happiest thing about being a voice actor?

A: Play some charismatic roles. I'm very happy when people tell me that I like this work and the characters you voice, or send emails and letters to support me!

11. Do you like to sing? Also, when did you think the song you sang was the most impressive?

A: I like it very much. One of the most impressive songs is "Festa Illumination" sung as Tokugawa Jasmine-chan in "Idol Master MILLIONLIVE!".

12. Do you have any memorable contributions to your radio program?

A: When I heard someone explain what the verb "Suwa" meant. (Most of them seem to refer to my reckless actions)

13. Did you have anything particularly attached to during the performance?

A: Follow your own inspiration!

14. What kind of characters are you best at voice acting?

A: I'm still figuring it out, but it's a completely different kind of character for a handsome kid like Rabbit Horn and a simple and cheerful kid like Yumi-chan, but I'm very happy when I perform. Next time, I want to challenge a big sister and a teenager with a floating personality!

15. Please tell us about your goals and dreams as a voice actor.

A: My goal is to become an artist who can play more types of roles, and I will try to challenge myself in the future!

16. Please give a word to those who are working hard to make voice actors their goal.

A: Believe in yourself and never give up until the last minute.

17. In addition to the works you starred in, are there any other anime that you often watch?

A: "Sailor Moon", "Dragon Ball", "Slam Dunk", "Little Red Riding Hood", "The Incredible Game", "Hell Teacher", "Chess Soul", "ONEPIECE", "Ranma 1/2", "Detective Conan", "Crayon Shin-chan", "Doraemon".

18. Are there any characters in the animation you asked above that you really want to play or dream of?

A: The sailor suit warrior in "Sailor Moon" and Ryoma-kun Echizen in "The Prince of Tennis".

19. What type of animation do you like when watching animation as a viewer?

A: I don't have any particular preferences. The feeling depends on the mood when watching the anime.

20. What kind of child were you when you were a child?

A: Innocent girls?

21. Tell us about the shows you watch regularly.

A: TV dramas, "**AP×**AP", "アメトーーク! "Why don't you try it! "Pickets for men and women".

22. Tell us about your favorite book in your life.

A: "The Gift of Winter" (ふゆのおくりもの).

23. Tell us about your favorite game in your life.

A: Kirby of the Stars.

24. Tell us about your favorite movie in your life.

A: "Little Witch House".

25. Tell us about your favorite music in your life.

A: A song by Maaya Sakamoto.

26. Please introduce your motto.

A: There is wine today and drunk today, and tomorrow is sorrowful and tomorrow is when.

27. What sports have you participated in before, please tell us about your experience?

A: I didn't do anything special other than the physical education at school. I often play badminton with my friends.

28. Please tell us about the songs you often sing when you go to karaoke.

A: "Gradually attracted to you" ("Dragon Ball GT" theme song)

29. Please tell us your favorite food.

A: Hamburgers, omelet rice, udon, pasta.

30. Please sù us the food you hate.

A: Something that smells fishy.

31. Tell us about the shops you frequent.

A: TSURUTONTAN, OBONde Rice, Goemon, Dennys.

32. Do you have any favorite snacks?

A: Garbo, potato chips.

33. Do you drink alcohol or not? If so, what type of alcohol do you like?

A: I'm not very good at drinking, but I like sweet fruit cocktails.

34. What did you do during your last holiday?

A: I went to Disneyland alone.

35. If you had a week off where you didn't have to do anything at all, what would you do?

A: I would like to go abroad to see World Heritage Sites.

36. Do you have any interests that you have recently developed?

A: Nail art.

37. Please tell us about the qualifications you have.

A: Quasi-level 2 for Chinese character identification and quasi-level 2 for English identification.

38. Is there anything you'd like to challenge in the next 10 years?

A: Solo concert!? Take a trip to Paris.

39. What type of opposite sex do you prefer?

A: People who eat better, people who are broad-minded, and people who are frank.

40. What part of the opposite sex do you care about the most?

A: Hairline.

41. Which item has the highest price among the last purchases?

A: Cross bikes.

42. What do you want most right now?

A: The ability of the body.

43. If you get to an uninhabited island, you can only take one thing with you. So what would you choose to bring?

A: Knife.

44. If someone told you, "You can use 1 million yen as you like", how would you spend that money?

A: Take a helicopter and stay in a business suite.

45. If you have any habits every day, please tell us as well.

A: Nothing special!

46. Please give a word to the fans.

A: I'm a bit self-centered, but I'm going to do my best to let everyone witness my activity. So I hope you can support me, I will be very happy!

47. In the last interview, we asked about Miss Ai Kakuma. Do you remember how you met her?

A: When we were dubbing "If You Break Her Flag", we were very close to each other. In fact, I have seen it once before at the dubbing scene of "The Magic Flute Boy"! I'm in the same year as Kakuma-chan, and my debut date is very close, so I feel at ease with her. And be encouraged!

48. The following is Miss Kakuma's question to you: "'Do you like dogs, or do you like cats?'" It's a rare opportunity to ask Suwa-chan a question, so I'll ask such a simple question. Of course, if Suwa-chan has a question that she wants to answer, then she can also talk freely☆ Lots of advice ☆☆☆"

A: Ah, what a casual question!! If I have to say, I'm supposed to be a cat pie☆ It's hard to resist the arrogant character of cats (laughs).

49. Please tell us about the voice actors with whom you have a good relationship.

A: All of you from the 10-year black team of "Devil's Mystery", "Life", "Golden Puzzle", and "Idol Master"! Ai Kakuma-chan, Aya Fujita-chan, Tomoko Iida-chan, Bradkut Sarah Emmi-chan.

50. In our next interview, we plan to invite Ms. Yuka Otsubo. Please ask her a question.

A: If you go out together, where would you want to go!?

Moderator: Thank you for your cooperation today. In the next interview, we will ask 50 questions to Ms. Yuka Ohaba, a friend of Miss Sayaka Suwa. Miss Yuka Otsubo has written for "Swaying Lily" (Suina Kyoko), "Let's Sneak! Naiako" (Twii Zhu Xu) and other works dubbing, looking forward to her answer!