This dual interview focuses on her interest in music, and goes in-depth on the songs of her debut single and her writing philosophy. There’s some overlap between both interviews but they’re worth translating since they cover the songs a bit differently.
Kusunoki Tomori Livedoor Long Interview (8-19-2020): Starting out, Sony Audition, Song making, and Other trivia
This interview was published to coincide with the release of Kusunoki Tomori’s (楠木ともり) debut single Hamidashimono (ハミダシモノ). It tackles a wide range of topics, from her childhood, her audition, the challenges she faced starting out, the songs in the single, and her song making process. There’s also a lightning round of trivia at the end.
Yamazaki Erii Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Vol. 1 (2-2018): Childhood, HoriPro audition, Career mindset, and Other trivia
This feature interview is included in Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Volume 1, published in February 2018. Yamazaki Erii shares anecdotes about her childhood, the HoriPro auditions, how her approach to voice acting changed since her debut, and her aspirations for the future. Trivia questions are included at the end.
Yoshioka Mayu Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Vol. 1 (2/2018): Early Beginnings, School Life, Miyano Mamoru, and Other Trivia
This feature interview is included in Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Volume 1, published in February 2018. Yoshioka Mayu shares anecdotes about her childhood and school life, how she discovered voice acting, her thoughts as the center of Wake Up, Girls!, and her goals for the future. Trivia questions are included at the end.
Takahashi Rie Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Vol. 1 (2/2018): Acting Philosophy, Old and New Roles Circa 2018, Singing Career, and Other Trivia
This feature interview is included in Seiyuu Grand Prix Next Girls Volume 1, published in February 2018.
Okuno Kaya Birthday Book 2020 Special Interview: Birthday Anecdotes, Personal Growth, Career and Stage Experiences, Future Goals
This interview was published in the official pamphlet for her birthday event on March 1, which was unfortunately postponed due to COVID-19, so be aware that it assumes that the event will be happening when it in fact did not. As a special “anniversary” interview, she talks about birthday anecdotes, her growth during her career, … Continue reading Okuno Kaya Birthday Book 2020 Special Interview: Birthday Anecdotes, Personal Growth, Career and Stage Experiences, Future Goals
Toyama Nao 10th Anniversary Character Song Best Album “Special Thanks!” Akiba Souken Long Interview (8/5/2020): Song insights, singing character songs, and what it means to portray a character.
This interview was published to coincide with the release of Toyama Nao’s Character Song Best Album “Special Thanks!”, which also commemorates her 10th anniversary as a voice actress.
Takahashi Rie Kirin Ichiban Shibori Natalie Interview (6/19/2020): Beer, Drinking, and Nomikai
Original Source: https://natalie.mu/comic/pp/ichibanshibori (6-19-2020) This short interview is essentially a promotion for Kirin Ichiban Shibori where Takahashi Rie enjoys a cold one while talking about the product, then later alcohol-related anecdotes about her work and personal life. For context, this was conducted during Japan’s COVID-19 lockdown period where most people were strongly advised to stay … Continue reading Takahashi Rie Kirin Ichiban Shibori Natalie Interview (6/19/2020): Beer, Drinking, and Nomikai
Amamiya Sora Konosuba Movie DDNavi Interview: Aqua, Comedy, and Nomikai (8/29/2019)
Amamiya Sora talks about Konosuba, the upcoming movie, her experiences portraying her role as Aqua, and how the character’s various quirks and the nature of comedy changed her acting approach. She also talks about the common qualities between her and Aqua and how post-recording drinking sessions can be an important part of the dubbing process.
Aoyama Yoshino’s animateTimes Column Mizuiro Place #1: First round-up of 2020 (Self-introduction)
Aoyama Yoshino has started a bi-weekly column, Mizuiro Place, for animateTimes. For those familiar with her and her writing, it’s akin to having a torrent of emotions poured haphazardly on a page as text. So consider this one of many ways to interpret and translate it.
