Category: Interviews
Welcome to our dedicated hub for exclusive anime interviews. Follow this section for firsthand Q&As and deep-dive conversations with industry talent, including prominent voice actors, creative staff, studio directors, and musical artists. Dive into the creative processes and behind-the-scenes stories from the people shaping the industry.
Interview: Aimer
Aimer, an up-and-coming J-pop singer with Defstar Records, is currently best known for her song for Fate/stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works OP “Brave Shine” as well as insert…
Interview: Itaru Hinoue, Character Designer of Key Visual Arts
We had the privilege of talking to Itaru Hinoue, Key Visual Arts’ lead character designer. Hear what one of the architects of moe has to say about that concept, her surprising BL work, and what audiences are supposed to take away from her drawings!
Interview: Ryukishi07, creator of Higurashi and Umineko
We had an extensive interview with Ryukishi07–the creator of Higurashi and Umineko, as well as the writer of the Lucia arc in Key’s latest visual novel Rewrite. Find out more from this pioneer of the visual novel medium!
Interview: Cosplayers Marie-Claude Bourbannais and Vegas PG
Dan interviewed the professional cosplayers Marie-Claude Bourbannais and Vegas PG at Anime Expo! Check out his video interview, live from the floor of the exhibit hall.
Interview: Kumiko Murayama, IA Producer
Gendomike talked to 1st PLACE head and producer, Kumiko Murayama, about their latest hit Vocaloid IA. We asked questions about Lia’s involvement, the future of pop music and Vocaloids, and just what has made IA so popular in recent years.
Interview: Kazutaka Kodaka, creator of Danganronpa
Jeremy talked to the famed creator of Danganronpa, Kazutaka Kodaka, at Anime Expo. Hear all about his roots, influences, and things he looks for in games–his own and others when he helps bring them to Japanese audiences.