[Translation] WeatherNews’ Saya Hiyama on her career choice and her love for manga and anime

So, recently I've taken a liking to this one WeatherNews reporter. Japanese original published on Wani Books NewsCrunch, 14 October 2021. Original title: A unique weather reporter who aimed to be a voice actress: Saya Hiyama's overflowing love for manga & anime. In commemoration of the release of the WeatherNews Caster Calendar 2022, we interviewed … Continue reading [Translation] WeatherNews’ Saya Hiyama on her career choice and her love for manga and anime →

[Translation] Kinchan interviewed on her 2nd single: “I used Google Translate” for lyrics

Japanese original published on Yahoo News, 27 July 2021. Original title: Voice actress Kanako Takatsuki "used Google Translate" for lyrics of new song, not good at English. Interviewer: Kazuki Matsuda, Yorozoo News. Voice actress and singer Kanako Takatsuki, who is releasing her second single "Subversive" on 11 August, recently gave an interview to Yorozoo News. … Continue reading [Translation] Kinchan interviewed on her 2nd single: “I used Google Translate” for lyrics →

[Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #5: yama

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 1 March 2021. Hi everyone!I'm Kanako Takatsuki! Warm days have become more frequent, it sure feels like spring.With the early-to-blossom kawazu-zakura [a type of cherry blossoms] in bloom and the sky a bright blue,you just want to go out wearing clothes in refreshing colors! However, spring goes by faster than … Continue reading [Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #5: yama →

[Translation] Kinchan interviewed on her cover EP: “I’m happy if my love for anime music gets across”

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 2 March 2021. Yes, that is today—a slightly cut version was included in the free magazine "music UP's" published on 20 February, and thus I was able to prepare most of the translated text in the leadup to today. Original title: "[Interview with Kanako Takatsuki] I'm happy if my love … Continue reading [Translation] Kinchan interviewed on her cover EP: “I’m happy if my love for anime music gets across” →

[Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #4: BTS

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 1 February 2021. Hi everyone!I'm Kanako Takatsuki. Happy new year!I might have taken a break last month,but I'm starting again this month! I'm in your care!! So, the first go of 2021! The theme this time is"Dynamite" by BTS "Dynamite" music video https://youtu.be/gdZLi9oWNZg This is a song I love, love, … Continue reading [Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #4: BTS →

[Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #3: TWICE

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 1 December 2020. Hi everyone!I'm Kanako Takatsuki. There's already only one month left in the year, but it doesn't really feel like winter, does it??I get the feeling it's warmer than in an average year…!However, because I like the fall, I'm very happy about a longer fall ♡ I recently … Continue reading [Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #3: TWICE →

[Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #2: Kenshi Yonezu

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 1 November 2020. Hi everyone!I am voice actress and artist Kanako Takatsuki. This is my second article!I'm still green, aren't I. My solo debut single, Anti world, was recently released!Having been able to release it without issue, I've had a good peace of mind these past days.Please listen to it … Continue reading [Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #2: Kenshi Yonezu →

[Translation] Kinchan interview on OKMusic: “A solo debut at this timing is destiny”

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 7 October 2020. Original title: "[Interview with Kanako Takatsuki] A solo debut at this timing is destiny." Interviewer: Fumiaki Kurebayashi. Kanako Takatsuki, also active as a member of Aqours from "Love Live! Sunshine!!" is doing her long awaited solo debut with the single "Anti world"! She wrote the lyrics to … Continue reading [Translation] Kinchan interview on OKMusic: “A solo debut at this timing is destiny” →

[Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #1: BLACKPINK

Japanese original published on OKMusic, 1 October 2020. Welcome!I am Kanako Takatsuki, voice actress as well as artist. I have gotten the chance start my own article series here on OKMusic. Clap, clap!Its name is PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ I normally turn on the radio first thing after waking up, always listen to music while on … Continue reading [Translation] Kanako Takatsuki’s PLAYING by CLOSET♪♪ #1: BLACKPINK →

So what’s that Anisama like? Memories of Anisama 2018

I'm aware that writing an event report for something from almost two years ago is pretty late, more so than doing the same with pilgrimages, but a friend wanted to read this. Besides, I looked on Google and saw that again, there's not much written on Anisama in English, so I figured some people might … Continue reading So what’s that Anisama like? Memories of Anisama 2018 →