Ask Natsumi Takamori! 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 Q&A interviews with recent hot voice actors, and this form has also attracted the attention of many voice actor fans. In the latest interview, Sakura Akira, who has starred in "Jewel Pet Twinkle", Naruka Mizaki in "Another", and Konatsu Toro in "The Tale of Gokurakuen Girl Takaliao", will show us her unknown side.

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

A: When I was in junior high school, I read the manga to my sister and thought, "It's fun to play certain characters with your voice!" "I think that's the initial opportunity.

02. What is your animation debut?

A: The cherry blossom group from "White Album".

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

A: The first main role I got was Sakura from Gem Pet Twinkle. I was very impressed with her.

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

A: For example, Kori in "The Manga Shop in Electric Street" has a strong curiosity, which is similar to mine.

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

A: The plot of confessing to someone I like makes me very nervous.

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

A: When my stomach can't stop growling, I feel really anxious.

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

A: There are a lot of people that I want to do, and I want to be able to perform a variety of performances like Akiko Yajima.

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

A: Before I became a voice actor, I worked for a railway company, so I was thinking about becoming a flight attendant.

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

A: Because of my powerlessness, I get depressed every time......

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

A: When people tell me that they like your work very much, I feel very happy.

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

A: I'm not very good at singing, but I love singing very much. I was surprised to see the CD of my own singing on ORICON's show.

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

A: There was a finale on the radio, and when I saw an interesting letter from a listener, I was jealous of his funny nature (laughs).

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

A: I always think when I'm performing: I want to make the best character I play.

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

A: It seems that the kind of character with a dark personality is better to express Xiàn......

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

A: Even if I become a grandmother, it would be great if I could still work as a voice actor.

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

A: Even if it's something that has nothing to do with acting, I think it's best for you to try it out!

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

A: When I was a kid, I watched a lot of anime! When I was in junior high school, I remember imitating the voices of the characters in "Fruit Baskets."

18. Are there any characters you would like to voice in the above-mentioned animations, or characters that you would like to be voiced for?

A: It should be ...... Yuki, right?

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

A: I like to watch funny animations.

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

A: It's the complete opposite of what it is now, and I'm not afraid of life at all, and I like lively children.

21. Tell us about the shows you watch regularly.

A: I feel like the most common thing I watch right now is the news.

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

A: Saito's Rudoluff and Yi Bai Yi Atna.

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

A: Final Fantasy IX.

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

A: "Happiness Under the Rainbow".

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

A: There are a lot of them, but if I had to give an example, it's YUKI's songs.

26. Please introduce your motto.

A: "There's always a way."

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

A: Swimming – Mini Basketball – Volleyball – Badminton!

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

A: YUKI's "JOY".

29. Please tell us your favorite food.

A: Rice !!

30. Please sù us the food you hate.

A: It's not taboo.

31. Tell us about the shops you frequent.

A: I like coffee shops and often go by alone.

32. Do you have any favorite snacks?

A: Hokkaido-style fries.

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

A: I like cocktails, which are fruit wines that are more like desserts.

34. What did you do during your last holiday?

A: I didn't leave the house even a single step, and I was playing games in my room......

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 be able to travel to Europe.

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

A: Drink some soy milk that tastes weird.

37. Please tell us about the qualifications you have.

A: Information processing, secretarial, kanji detection, English testing, calculators, etc.

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

A: Make a photo album that reflects your interests.

39. What type of opposite sex do you prefer?

A: People who can have fun with me, people who can talk to people who can make people feel happy.

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

A: Foot and neck.

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

A: It should be a dress.

42. What do you want most right now?

A: Body lì.

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

A: Firearms.

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

A: Go on a trip!

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

A: Drink green soy milk.

46. Please give a word to the fans.

A: Thank you for your continued support. I've really received a lot of encouragement from you. Please be gentle with me from now on (laughs).

47. In the last issue, we interviewed Miss Mikami edori, do you remember how you met her?

A: I remember when we were discussing radio CDs.

48. Then Miss Mikami Enoori asked you a question: "The first time you appeared in a lico-work (radio drama CD) was aimed at me, please tell me about your state of mind at that time!" ”

A: So shy! The other party has a good relationship with me, but because of this, it makes people feel very shy to lily with her!!

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

A: Nakatsu Mariko-chan, Megumi Takamoto-chan, Saito Ayakina-chan, Matsusaka-ri-chan, Sayuri-chan Harahara.

50. In the next interview, we plan to invite Ms. Sayuri Hara. Please ask her a question.

A: If there's any good way to cheer up, please tell me.

Moderator: Thank you, Ms. Natsumi Takamori, for your cooperation today. In the next interview, we will ask 50 questions to Ms. Sayuri Hara, a friend of Ms. Natsumi Takamori. Miss Sayuri Hara has played roles such as Aimi Moriai in "Genius Mahjong Girl Achiga Chapter EpisodeofSide-A", Mio Honda in "Idol Master Cinderella Girl", and Makie Makibe in "Blue Steel Battleship". Looking forward to her answer!