Ask Natsuki Hanae! 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 this issue, Natsuki Hanae, who has played popular roles such as Atsuhiro Maeda in "TARITARI" and Hikaru Sakishima in "Tomorrow with Calm Waves", will receive 50 questions from the media.

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

A: The main thing is that I hate the traditional way of schooling, and I'm afraid that's why I chose to become a voice actor. When I was in high school, I had a love of "I definitely don't want to go to college", and then I liked to sing karaoke very much at that time, so I wondered if I could do some vocal-related work. Of course, this is just a rather blank idea.

02. Which is Mr. Hanae's animation debut?

A: It's the web anime "Golden ☆ Kid". Although the role I played was just breathing, it also made me quite passionate.

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

A: Hikaru Sakishima from "From a Calm Tomorrow". He is the backbone of my heart.

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

A: I guess those characters have a more sound mindset that is similar to me.

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

A: When I was recording TARITARI, there was a scene where I had to act in German. Then I was taught by my German teacher to make the recording. In addition, "TARITARI" often has a sudden singing scene, which is also fresh in my memory.

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

A: When I first debuted, I wanted to learn how the expressions, breathing, and body movements (abdominal movements, etc.) of the seniors at the recording site were performing, so I sat on a chair close to the microphone and stared at them. As a result, the senior said: "It's so embarrassing, don't look at it." I'm sorry. And then I thought, "This is a failure." ”

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

A: I have a lot of respect for Mr. Koichi Yamadera. Daisuke Nanikawa is my goal, and I hope that I will be loved by everyone like him in the future. As for the sense of competition, I don't have any particular ideas. I'm fighting myself.

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

A: Stay in your own home and be your own house guard. If something miracles happen, I'll probably work on design.

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

A: When I came to Tokyo, I had to deal with the things around me on my own. In addition, when I was filling out the part-time job schedule, I was suddenly notified of an audition, which would make me feel a dilemma between work and voice acting. It's painful at times.

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

A: I am very happy to be able to work wholeheartedly. I don't think I could have imagined what I am like now when I was a student.

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

A: I like it. Originally, one of the reasons I became a voice actor was because I loved singing. I WAS DEEPLY IMPRESSED BY THE "MELODY OF THE HEART" AND "GABARAIJYA" THAT I SANG IN "TARITARI".

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

A: A male listener said, "Every time I hear Mr. Hanae's voice, I get so excited!" ”

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

A: This varies depending on the work and the role, but I usually try to make my acting more natural.

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

A: A junior high school student who is more domineering. Although I always play some of the weaker roles in terms of sound quality, I still think it's easier to play that kind of domineering role.

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

A: I want to be active all the time to ensure that I can have enough security to retire with peace of mind. In addition, I also YY: Let's make some games by myself~

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

A: In daily life, pay attention to the fluctuations of emotions. This is important. And keep this fluctuation in mind and make use of it as experience!

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

A: "Ouran High School Men's Public Relations Department", "Gambling Apocalypse" series, "Starry Sky Cleaner".

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: SUO, TONEGAWA, HACHIMAKI.

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

A: It's basically funny or psychological warfare animations. It's a great thing to look at.

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

A: A very troublesome child. It's going on a rampage almost all the time.,Belong to the kind of child who can't be quiet.。

21. Tell us about the shows you watch regularly.

A: "Londonhearts", "Rain Talk", "Angry New Party", "ダウンタウンのガキの使いやあらへんで!! ","とんねるずのみなさんのおかげでした、シルシルミシル","唠嗑007。

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

A: "Only You Can Hear" (B1). I read this novel when I was a student, and I've been using its manga version as an exercise material even after working hard to become a voice actor.

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

A: "Enchanted Holiday". It's a game I bought when I was in elementary school, but even when I grow up, I still feel the urge to start over. Therefore, the love for it is self-evident. Not only is the world and characters really great in this game, but the combat effect also makes a male gamer's heart excited. I've bought 3 boxes of this game.

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

A: "The Shawshank Redemption". Although the tone is relatively gray, no matter how many times you have seen it, you will not feel bored.

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

A: BUMPOFCHICKEN'S SONG. I mostly like old songs, but recently I've also become interested in the song "Line 66".

26. Please introduce your motto.

A: You can only play the game for one hour a day!

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

A: When I was very young, I learned gymnastics and swimming, and I tried hard tennis in elementary school and soft tennis in junior high school.

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

A: "Pierre and Catherine", "IYOKAN". I like to sing a lot of funny songs.

29. Please tell us your favorite food.

A: It's just a seasoning, but I like olive oil and sesame oil. If you add any of them, the food will be delicious.

30. Please sù us the food you hate.

A: Salmon. It's the only food I can't overcome in the future...... Physically unacceptable (crying).

31. Tell us about the shops you frequent.

A: A shop in Shinjuku that sells T-shirts. I mostly go to their online mall to buy it, but occasionally I go to the physical store to check it out.

32. Do you have any favorite snacks?

A: French fries!

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

A: I like plum wine and sweet wine. Occasionally, I drink some beer. But don't drink anything at home.

34. What did you do during your last holiday?

A: I've been playing the game called "League of Legends". Also cleaned the house a little.

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

A: I think I'll keep jerking off......

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

A: I'm afraid that the only interest I have is games. Then it's a game (laughs).

37. Please tell us about the qualifications you have.

A: Sega Typing Game Appraisal Level 1. Of course, this is just a so-called title in a typing game, but it's not a serious qualification.

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

A: I want to hold a concert!

39. What type of opposite sex do you prefer?

A: Someone like Yuphie Ruzuki from Final Fantasy VII. The characters I like don't change over time, and I've always loved Yufe. Therefore, if there is such a person as zài, it is my ideal type. It's just that before I know it, I'm older than her.

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

A: Armpits.

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

A: Gaming computer. Recently, I've been playing foreign games, so the previous machine didn't have enough conditions to play high-quality 3D effects, so I went to buy a new one.

42. What do you want most right now?

A: What about conversation skills...... I want to be someone who can give interesting responses to others! And then there's the ability to communicate!

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

A: Computer bar...... Because I'm worried that some of the secret documents on my computer will be discovered.

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

A: Use it as you like!

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

A: Discuss electrochemical products. In particular, I often talk to people about refrigerators.

46. Please give a word to the fans.

A: The TV anime "Tokyo Ghoul", "Aldnoah. I have played roles in works such as ZERO! Now I would like to ask for your advice!

47. The last time I was interviewed was Mr. Takahiro Sakurai. What impressed you most about him?

A: I still remember the love stacking high he played in the NICONICO Christmas special live show of "Diamond Ace"!

48. (Takahiro Sakurai's question in the last issue) Did Hanae-kun himself have a story of "feeling ashamed"?

A: Inside the convenience store, the clerk said to me, "Please touch the screen with your hands." As a result, I only listened to half of the sentence, and subconsciously wanted to take the clerk's hand and touch the screen.

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

A: The people you go to play with are Mr. Ryota Hirosaka, Ishikawa Kairen-kun, and Mr. Keihisa Kawahara. And I mostly play with players I know online.

50. In the next issue, we will ask questions about Mr. Kaito Ishikawa. So please ask him a question.

A: What do you find the most interesting word!?

Moderator: Thank you, Mr. Natsuki Hanae, for your cooperation today. In the next interview, we will ask 50 questions about Mr. Natsuki Hanae's friend, Mr. Kaito Ishikawa. Mr. Ishikawa once starred in "Volleyball Boys!! Tobi Kageyama, Red from "Emerald Star: Galgontia", Kurei from "Horror Aftersound", Haruka Tsuchido from "Tokyo Raven", and Tsukihara from "From a Calm Tomorrow". Looking forward to his answer!