Renowned voice actress Manaka Iwami, celebrated for breathing life into iconic characters such as Tohru Honda in Fruits Basket and Akane Kurokawa in Oshi no Ko, has shared a major personal milestone with her supporters. During the opening moments of her radio program Manaka Iwami's Radio Teketeku, she announced that she has married and recently welcomed her first child. Her agency, Raccoon Dog, simultaneously published a handwritten message from the voice actress confirming the news.
According to her personal X account, Iwami expressed a strong desire to share the news directly with her listeners first. In her handwritten letter, she noted that after experiencing the natural uncertainties of a first-time pregnancy and childbirth, she chose to make the announcement now that both she and her newborn are resting comfortably and in stable health. She extended her deepest gratitude to the industry colleagues, production staff, and loyal fans who have continuously supported her career.
Reflecting on her future in the industry, Iwami closed her message with a steadfast commitment to her craft: I remain deeply grateful for the wonderful connections I share with each project, and I hope to continue growing both as a person and as a voice actor. Industry peers and fans immediately flooded social media with congratulatory messages celebrating this joyful new chapter for the award-winning performer.
Born on April 30 in Saitama Prefecture, Manaka Iwami has built an extraordinary portfolio across contemporary anime. Her major credits include Sayaka Mine in True Samurai Legend YAIBA, Mahiru Shiina in The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, and many more. Her exceptional vocal performances have earned her prestigious recognition within the industry, including the Best New Actress Award at the 13th Seiyu Awards in 2019 and the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 18th Seiyu Awards in 2024.
