Favorite card battles! Interview with rookie voice actor Yuka Aisaka

Every year, a large number of newcomers emerge in the Japanese voice actor industry, and for this reason, the Japanese media specially produced a program called "New Voice Actor Illustrated Guide". The show interviews and reports on some of the most promising rookie voice actors, to understand the behind-the-scenes stories of their entry into the industry, and their prospects for the future. In the latest issue of the "Rookie Voice Actor Guide", we will introduce Yuka Aisaka, who has performed well in works such as "Sakura Trick" (Noda Kototo), "Ange Vierge" (Hinata Mikai Service), and "I, I Want to Be a Double Ponytail" (Tsubebe Aika Service).

Q: We've read your Twitter before, and from the information above, I'm really worried about whether you will get lost when you come here today.

Aisaka: That's right~ I'm a road idiot. So always be prepared to get to the place 30 minutes early, otherwise it will be troublesome if you get lost.

Q: Didn't you get lost this time?

Aisaka: No ...... Somewhat! It's just a little lost! But I made it here safe and sound.

Q: What did you think of this photo interview?

Aisaka: Since the beginning of this year, I've had more opportunities to participate in photography, but I still feel a little nervous when facing the camera. I always ~ think: photography is good ~ difficult. I wish I could be better suited for taking pictures.

Q: So let's ask us about our work. Miss Aisaka once played the role of Mikai Hinata in the card game "AngeVierge". So what exactly is AngeVierge?

Aisaka: "AngeVierge" is a "only girls who appear!" A card game that is instantly addictive (laughs). The theme of the game is "play with guò single & speed", so it's a work for all ages. I've been to AngeVierge and I've had a bit of a hands-on experience, and I think you can get started in about 10 minutes.

Q: What kind of role did Ms. Aisaka play?

Aisaka: Mimi Hinata-chan is a girl who has the ability to manipulate the wind. However, it was only recently that this ability was awakened, and it was not able to control it well. And at present, she is just a very cheerful and energetic child, constantly fighting to awaken her own strength! Although her personality is very natural and a little confused, she can cheer up immediately when she should cheer up, and she has the passionate belief that "she wants to fight for everyone...... It's kind of a heroine-type girl.。

Q: Ms. Aisaka is also a member of the L.I.N.K.s, the team that cheered for "AngeVierge". So what kind of activities are you doing?

Aisaka: "L.I.N.K.s" is a group that was formed to enjoy L.I.N.K.s with fans. The members are Mai-chan Ishihara, Riyi-chan Takahashi, Yoshiko Ikuta-chan and me...... (Note: Later on October 7, Nozomi Yamamoto also joined the team.) As for the team, the theme is "Challenge". So whether it's singing, dancing or playing card games, we all gambled our all!

Q: So everyone should be very good at playing TCG, right?

Aisaka: Everyone is like a hanger! Very powerful. At that time, we formed a three-person group called "SAMACUP" to participate in the conference competition. However, there were four people at the "L.I.N.K.s" at the time, so one person could not participate. So for the place to play, we also started a duel internally. Although I am a member of the "L.I.N.K.s" since the early days...... But still lost......

Q: It's a big deal.

Aisaka: So, you really formed a plug-in team.

Q: Even out of pride, the members of the "L.I.N.K.s" practice "AngeVierge" and play with each other, right?

Aisaka: Of course! If we had the opportunity to assemble for the holidays, we would immediately say, "Play or not!" Then he pulled out his card. We've got AngeVierge ready with us. Everyone's bags have cards in them.

Q: Which of the members of the L.I.N.K.s do you think makes people feel "powerful"?

Aisaka: I don't think there's a big gap in everyone's abilities. If it's a card game, then Sofina, a girl from the "Black World", should be very strong. From this point of view, Mai-chan Ishihara, who voiced Sofina, should have a strong impression.

Q: Everyone builds their own card combinations around their own characters.

Aisaka: That's right! Everyone likes to put their character cards out in one line. Although the strength and weakness of each card are different, in the upcoming chapter 5 "The Girl Who Called the Green Door", Mimi-chan will also become stronger. If you use the cards in this to fight, you may have a different feeling. I'm also looking forward to Mikai-chan's future appearance!

Q: Speaking of the release of the fifth chapter, could you tell us a little bit about how AngeVierge will unfold in the future?

Aisaka: This work will be developed in a variety of forms, such as comics, novels, and app games. As for our "L.I.N.K.s" event, we will hold a mini concert at the local convention and sing the new theme song "ユナイトライト" of "AngeVierge". I hope this work will be more loved by Japanese players and anime fans.

Q: Speaking of which, did Ms. Aisaka also like to play card games before voicing this work?

Aisaka: Yes, I play these kinds of games! My first encounter with card games was probably when I was in elementary school. At that time, I just thought the pictures on the cards were beautiful and I was very happy (laughs). I guess I started playing the game two years ago. And the reason why I wanted to become a voice actor was because I liked the anime adapted from the card game, and I wanted to appear in this work! The idea of leading zhì.

Q: So from the perspective of a card player, what is the charm of AngeVierge?

Aisaka: It's very easy to pick up and understand, and the most important thing is that it's easy to introduce to your friends. Personally, I really like the setting of "only girls play"! Also, when I play other card games, I also choose all female characters when I combine cards. In a sense, I don't think anything other than girls makes sense (laughs). So, if it's AngeVierge, which only has cute girls, I can just combine cards casually. In addition, the game has also invited a lot of artists to join, so the cards are very eye-catching.

Q: Miami-chan's cards were drawn by a popular illustrator and supervisor.

Aisaka: It's ~ unusually cute! Mihae-chan was originally a two-braided hairstyle, but in the third chapter, it was changed to a hairstyle with protruding ends. In fact, I've had this look in an exclusive event...... Maybe it's an accident, but "Miami-chan will have the same hairstyle as me!" "It's still exciting.

Q: That's really fun.

Aisaka: I also like Mr. Superintendent's drawings very much, and since Miami-chan appeared with the same hairstyle as me, I think it will become a precious memory for my life.

Q: What was the reaction of the fans?

Aisaka: They said, "You're the same as Miami-chan's hairstyle~!" And because I knew that I liked the card so much, the fans also took the card and said to me, "Please sign this Mihae-chan in the third chapter." ”

Q: And after Chapter 5, what will happen to Mihae-chan?

Aisaka: She got a Halloween costume. If you give her candy, she'll show "? and looked at us. And her little waist has become more cute! I'm going to collect a variety of Miami cards and add them to my deck~!

Q: Miss Aisaka values the small waist! So I'd like to ask about the new animation that will start broadcasting in October.。 You played a role in "Gancheng Glorious Amusement Park", so please introduce this work.

Aisaka: In "Gancheng Glorious Amusement Park", I played a part-time job elf Mousse. Of the four elves, she is the most leader and very hardworking, while the other elves tend to be more free and loose, which also frustrates her. From the perspective of ordinary people, she is a gentle girl, but sometimes she will suddenly play the people around her.

Q: In addition, you also played one of the heroines, Aika Tsube, in "I'm going to be a double ponytail".

Aisaka: "I'm going to be a double ponytail" is a serious work (laughs). Aika-chan loves the protagonist very much, but it's not very frank. But she also became the "blue ponytail" among the double ponytail warriors for the sake of the total two.,And keep fighting.,It's a cute girl.。

Q: This is also a character who is very good at martial arts.

Aisaka: It's not like it's strong, it's very handsome. But from the outside, it's very cute. Very long ponytail with stockings. The word "cute" is vividly displayed...... But because it's too slim, should I say lucky or unlucky...... On the contrary, she is a little poor...... But! I think it's better for girls with double ponytails to still have poor breasts!

Q: Ms. Aisaka is really enthusiastic about defending her!

Aisaka: I think the role of tsundere + childhood sweetheart is suitable for poor breasts! Sometimes I can't let go.,There's no time to show your feelings.,So I vent my anger on another heroine, Duo Er.,While shouting, "Don't get close to my second son!" He beat her up to the point where she couldn't figure herself.

Q: So what plot in "I, Want to Be a Double Ponytail" is worthy of our attention?

Aisaka: Needless to say, the transformation scene is also a plot to beat Doir away (laughs). I hope everyone will pay attention to what kind of fighting skills Aika-chan will show in this episode every week, and how to beat Duo Aier away.

Q: I would also like to ask Ms. Aisaka about her personal life. How do you spend your holidays?

Aisaka: Lately, I've been happier when I've been hanging out with Miss Hiromi Igarashi. We also worked together on Sakura Trick. And we are also a CP in "Sakura Trick", including NICONICO live broadcasts, exclusive events, etc., and we often act together. In the process, the relationship between the two of us has also become better and better, and now we can even see each other in private time. For that, I'm also very grateful for "Sakura Trick"!

Q: Where do you and Miss Igarashi go to play?

Aisaka: Shibuya, Shinjuku, etc. We often go to eat. Hiromi is a very cheerful type, and even if there is nothing special to talk about, just being with her is fun enough. And she was always taking care of me.

Q: Have you been obsessed with anything lately?

Aisaka: I don't know if I'm hooked. Anyway, all I can think of is "ramen". Originally, I liked ramen with a strong flavor, so I thought the shrimp paste set was the best...... However, I also have to explore various shops to expand my knowledge of rich ramen.

Q: If there is any new good ramen, please tell me! Anything else you like?

Aisaka:I'm originally a type who likes to stay at home, so I like to read manga. LATELY, I LIKE KOSUMI ABE'S "BECAUSE THE SKY IS GRAY" AND "MY FAVORITE INSECT IS TADASHI-KUN'S". The same is true of the recently released book "QI Sauce is a Little Weak", anyway, Abe-sensei's works always depict the hardships of many people in the world.

Q: Do you like this kind of work?

Aisaka: That's right. I like to read works that are more gray tones. The characters are all alive with an unpleasant feeling. …… As for me, I hope to give some strength to those who have this kind of thinking, those who feel gloomy about life, which is one of the reasons why I chose this job.

Q: Does Ms. Aisaka herself have a similar relationship?

Aisaka:I also have a lot of things that aren't very bright, and I'm not the type to be able to live easily. And among those who like anime works, there are definitely people who find it difficult to survive. I'm looking for a message that I can send to them, and I'm going to be their strength, and I'm going to do it. Maybe that's my biggest goal right now. To that end, I also want to take advantage of a qiē opportunity to make myself happy, and if my table can make everyone happy, that's great!

Q: Thank you for your time today!