Miko Komatsu talks about the character song of "Hetalia".

Recently, the popular work "Hetalia" has released the latest series of animation "Hetalia TheWorldTwinkle". At the same time, the official is also launching the character songs of the works one after another. Recently, the voice actor Komatsu Mikako (Principality of Wai), who sang the character song, was interviewed by the media.

Q: This time you sang "γƒŸγ‚―γƒ­γƒγƒΌγ‚·γƒ§γƒ³γ‚Ίβ˜†γ‚Έγ‚§γƒƒγƒˆ", how do you feel about it?

A: I only made my debut in a previous anime, and it was already the last episode to come out, so I didn't expect to sing the character song of "Hetaria", let alone the chorus of the theme song. However, I am very happy to be able to play the Principality of Vai again in the song. "Hetalia" is a work that I liked very much before I became a voice actor, and I have heard character songs from Italy, Germany, and Japan, and now I am able to sing for the work, which is really emotional.

Q: What was your impression when you first listened to "γƒŸγ‚―γƒ­γƒγƒΌγ‚·γƒ§γƒ³γ‚Ίβ˜†γ‚Έγ‚§γƒƒγƒˆ"?

A: I think it's a march style that makes the listener wave their arms unconsciously. In addition, the Principality of Vai itself seems to be relatively calm in some places, such as educating two noisy guys, complaining with cold eyes, etc., so although it is a very happy song, I am also worried about how to perform as a character. But I think since it's a character song, there's nothing wrong with releasing yourself a little. The style of the arrangement is so grand and luxurious that it is impossible to imagine that this is actually a chorus. In terms of lyrics, I feel that the monarch of the Principality of Sealand is a strong assault, and the three of us as a whole belong to the lively feeling.

Q: What was your impression of actually singing?

A: Like the other two, the Principality of Vai has a very energetic-sounding part, and there is also a certain calm part, anyway, I sing it in many forms, but the overall appearance is still very energetic. Miss Origasa was the first to record, and I sang while listening to her songs, and the energy of the Principality of Sealand also raised the energy of the song, so I also sang while waving my arms. There are a lot of exchanges and lines in the song, but they are added naturally. In addition, the character songs have tended to be pop lately, and I have rarely been exposed to royal character songs like "γƒŸγ‚―γƒ­γƒγƒΌγ‚·γƒ§γƒ³γ‚Ίβ˜†γ‚Έγ‚§γƒƒγƒˆ", so it feels very fresh.

Q: Do you have any memorable lyrics or favorite sentences?

A: "CDEFGABCD". It feels like a "song of Doremi". That one is also a march. It's interesting to see the three of us slowly raise the scale. There is also the lyrics of the chorus in which the title of the song is included. This kind of wording is very wonderful, and it fully reflects the worldview, and the name of the work is also put in. After singing, it makes people feel comfortable.

Q: When recording songs, is there anything you care about or work hard?

A: It's a feeling. Although it's calm, but after all, she's also a girl at a young age, so she will also have a vibrant side. I hope that I can show her energy and cuteness when I sing. Also, the charm and rhythm of the lyrics are very good, but my mouth can't keep up. It's like the title of the work appears in the chorus (laughs).

Q: What are the highlights of "γƒŸγ‚―γƒ­γƒγƒΌγ‚·γƒ§γƒ³γ‚Ίβ˜†γ‚Έγ‚§γƒƒγƒˆ" and what do you want everyone to pay attention to?

A: On the one hand, the exchange between the three of them was very joyful, and on the other hand, it also showed the relationship between them. And then there's a little bit of a little place (laughs). If you go to karaoke, be sure to have three people sing this song. As long as you listen, your mouth will want to move, and your body will naturally swing. After all, it is a joyful song, and it may be very suitable to listen to when you want to improve your love or work and study. Also, if you listen to this song, your impression of the theme song "γƒ˜γ‚Ώγƒͺγ‚’γƒ³β˜†γ‚Έγ‚§γƒƒγƒˆ" will also change, so please listen to it together.

Q: We are currently seeing a new anime series, The World Twinkle. So please tell us about your expectations and hopes for anime, as well as your fighting spirit.

A: The first appearance was the finale, so I thought, "Is this the way we part?" "So when the new series started, I was relieved (laughs). Also, the trio is always chatting happily, and I personally like the Nordics, so it would be nice if there was interaction between them. Also, I don't know if I'll be able to meet Italy, Japan, or Germany (laughs). And if you want all the characters to come together, then I'm afraid that only the theatrical version can do it, and in the context of so many characters, I really hope that there will be a gathering of unfolding. But maybe I don't know who should speak up when the time comes (laughs).

Q: Finally, would you like to say a few words to the fans?

A: For Hetalia fans, this is a new series, but considering that there are still unanimated parts of the original game and new characters that have not appeared, I have a lot of brains to make up for as a fan. Personally, there will be a very intimate plot of the micro-country trio in the work, and it would be nice to be able to release this song at this time. Hetalia's WorldTwinkle will be a lot of fun, so please keep an eye out for it.