UlasanAnime.com – The 2016 Spring Edition of seiyuu nicknames is here, following up on last year’s post. The author notes that the title isn’t an indication of a strict update schedule, humorously adding a “Baka!” to deflect any assumptions. This year’s list is presented in an indexed format for ease of use, with a recommendation to utilize CTRL-F or Command-F for quick searches.
The author acknowledges a degree of personal bias due to being a “Producer” (a fan term in The Idolm@ster franchise) but aims to make the list helpful for a wider audience. This compilation serves as a less incomplete transliteration of the imas-db CV page, with some additional entries. Similar to the previous year, many older seiyuu nicknames have been omitted, and the author admits the list is not exhaustive.
All changes and additions are detailed after the jump.
Core IM@S Seiyuu Nicknames:
- Akky/Akki: Refers to Hasegawa Akiko, who is recently married and expecting a child. She voices Miki.
- Asapon: A sophisticated nickname for Shimoda Asami, known for her playful persona. She voices Ami and Mami.
- Azumin: Asakura Azumi, the second voice actress for Yukiho. She is also recognized for her roles in High School DxD and Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai!.
- Chiaking: Takahashi Chiaki, the voice of Azusa. This nickname is also associated with “King” and “JPY” or “Juicy Party Yeah????”
- Eririn/Eriko: Nakamura Eriko, the voice actress for Haruka.
- Haramii: Hara Yumi. Her newer nickname, “Hanyanya,” has been gaining traction but hasn’t fully stuck yet.
- Hirorin: Hirata Hiromi, who plays Makoto. Also known as Kaachan.
- Jurikichi: Takita Juri, the voice of Kotori. She is referred to as the second “765Pro mom.”
- Kaachan: A nickname Hirorin acquired, possibly due to her public sharing of her experiences as a new mother. The longevity of this nickname is uncertain with future pregnancies.
- Kami: Wakabayashi Naomi, the voice of Ritsuko. She is considered the third “Mom.”
- King: An evolution of the nickname Chiaking.
- Kugyuu/Kugimi/etc.: Kugimiya Rie, a well-known voice actress.
- Mingosu: Imai Asami, the voice of Chihaya. “Mingosu” is often used as a suffix for other names, such as Asamigosu, Eromingosu, and EriMingosu.
- Nunu/Nu: Numakura Manami, the voice of Hibiki.
- Sensei: Often refers to Nakamura in this context but is a flexible nickname applicable in various situations.
- Yurishii: Hase Yurina, the original voice actress for Yukiho. She also goes by Ochiai Yurika and retired from IM@S around 2010.
CG/ML/New Wave Seiyuu Nicknames:
The author expresses a desire to revisit the introduction of CG (Cinderella Girls) and ML (Million Live) seiyuu who are rising in popularity. While the prediction from last year still holds some truth, the focus has shifted from a generational snapshot to a broader view of newcomers entering the anime industry. The author notes the amusing realization that trends observed today were already in motion a year ago.
This year’s update includes a significant number of new CG seiyuu, partly due to the addition of around 20 new voices in DereSute and more “au naturel” voices. The author also claims to know more of them now. All ML seiyuu with nicknames are believed to be included, and the natural evolution of nicknames means some may have acquired new ones.
Additionally, HPT.moe has published articles on CG/ML seiyuu, with several links provided for further reading:
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- Aimin: AIMI or Terakawa Aimi, who plays Julia in ML. She has a promising solo music career and is a frequent choice for Bushiroad projects.
- Ajuju: Waki Azumi, the voice of Katagiri Sanae in CG. Known for her role in Galko-chan.
- Akanechan: Fujita Akane, who plays Mizumoto Yukari in CG. Praised for her clear and pleasant voice.
- Asakasan: Imai Asaka, the voice of Sasaki Chie in CG. Shares a surname with another seiyuu.
- Ashu: Kakumoto Asuka, the voice of Elena in Million Live.
- Atsuhime: Nakamura Natsuki, the voice of Roco in ML.
- Ayachi: Taketatsu Ayana, the voice of Sachiko in CG. An established artist and part of Petit Milady with Aochan/Y.Aoi/etc.
- Ayappe/Pe: Suzaki Aya, the voice of Minami in CG.
- Baum: Otsubo Yuka, the voice of Kanako in CG. Named after her favorite dessert, baumkuchen. Also known for her roles in Yuru Yuri. See also Yukachin.
- Bei/Bayblade/Beisen: Komagata Yuri, the voice of Sayoko in ML. The nickname “Beyblade Senpai” is associated with her.
- MatsuEri: Matsui Eriko, the voice of Nao in CG. Also known as Cutter or Matsui Eriko.
- Chanyuri: Noguchi Yuri, the voice of Oikawa Shizuku in CG.
- Chiakichan: Ogasawara Saki’s nickname, which sounds more like Chakichan. She plays Akane in ML.
- Chiichan: Akasaki Chinatsu, the voice of Hino Akane in CG. Also known as Gag Machine Akasaki.
- Chiyochi: Shiina Noriko’s voice, the one from CG, is Tomaru Chiyo.
- Chokotan: Osaki Chiyo, the voice of Koume in CG. Best known for her role in Da Capo 3.
- Choucho: Kiritani Choucho, who plays Miya in ML. Not to be confused with the anison artist.
- Cutter: Matsui Eriko, the voice of Nao in CG. See also MatsuEri or Matsui Eriko.
- Daasan: Tsuda Minami, the voice of Miho in CG. Also known for her roles in Yuru Yuri. Most people refer to her as Tsuda.
- Denchan: Tamura Nao, the voice of Hinata in ML. Best known as Minori from Log Horizon.
- Dogenzaka Noboru: Not a nickname but an alias used by Fuurin (Fukuhara Ayaka) when writing into certain IM@S radio shows, a reference to Shiburin.
- Eripyon: Suzuki Eri, the voice of Yuko in CG.
- Fuurin: Fukuhara Ayaka, the voice of Shiburin in CG.
- Harabou: Hara Yuuko, the voice of Mukai Takumi in CG.
- Hasshi: Ohashi Ayaka, the voice of Uzuki in CG. Her role in Sabagebu is a notable performance. See also Hego.
- Hayamin: Hayami Saori, the voice of Kaede in CG. A very well-known seiyuu.
- Hego: A nickname for Ohashi Ayaka, often used humorously.
- Ibukichan/Ibuibu/Ibuking/Ibuchan: Ibuki Kido, the voice of Kana in ML. Known for her role as Akiko in OniAi.
- Iidashi: Iida Yuko, the voice of Kanade in CG, who delivered a standout performance at CG’s 3rd live event.
- Jurii: Kimura Juri, best known as Miyamori Aoi in Shirobako, and also voices Aiba Yumi in CG.
- Kakku: Nomura Kanako, the voice of Chizuru in ML.
- Keiko Oneesama: Watanabe Keiko, the voice of Momoko in ML.
- Kidochan/Kidochang: Refers to Ibuki Kido.
- Kochima: Included for completeness, but the author rarely uses it for Machico as it’s unnecessary.
- Komachan: Komagata Yuri, the half-Filipina seiyuu for Sayoko in ML. Also see Bayblade.
- Koroazu/Korochan: Tadakoro Azusa, the voice of Shizuka in ML. On Miliraji, she’s known as Pity and sometimes AZAZ.
- Kotomin: Aihara Kotomi, the voice of Ichinose Shiki in CG.
- Kotorin: Koiwai Kotori, the voice of Tomoka in ML. Also known as “Nyanpasu” Renge from Non Non Biyori. Also Kokochan in ML due to her “danketsu” function.
- Kunochan: Kuno Misaki, whose moe voice as Nina in CG is highly regarded.
- Maou: Aoki Shiki, another Aoki who games. This nickname is earned. Also called Shikikun by other seiyuu. She plays Asuka in CG.
- Maimai: Fuchigami Mai, the voice of Karen in CG.
- Makinon: Makino Yui, the voice of Mayu in CG.
- Maochi: M.A.O., who plays Fumika in CG. This is not a kaomoji.
- Maple: Toda Megumi, who plays Ayumu in ML.
- Marietti: Miyake Marie, the voice of Nana in CG. The author expresses surprise at her young age.
- Mayayan/Marei: Uchida Maaya, the voice of Ranko in CG. She has a growing list of roles and a solo career in progress.
- Meshiya: Hara Sayuri, the voice of Mio in CG. Was part of the disbanded seiyuu idol group LISP.
- Miina: Sato Amina, the ex-AKB member who plays Arisu in CG. Can also be a short form for Takamina, referring to Takahashi Minami.
- Mikku: Itou Miku, the voice of Yuriko in ML. Part of StylipS and appears in various shows.
- Mitsuyasu: Nagashima Mina, who plays Haruna in CG.
- Mocho: Asakura Momo, the voice of Serika in ML. Member of TrySail. Some call her Mochi.
- Mokko: Morino Mako, the baseball-loving seiyuu for the baseball idol Yukki in CG.
- Moyochi: Kurosawa Tomoyo, the voice of Miria in CG.
- Naachan: Haruno Nanami, who plays Suzuho in CG.
- Nanamin: Yamashita Nanami, the voice of Yui Otsuki in CG. Also involved with WUG.
- Nansu: Natsukawa Shiina, the voice of Anna in ML. Member of TrySail.
- Naobou: Toyama Nao, the voice of Mizuki in CG, among many other roles.
- Nontan/Nojo: Yamamoto Nozomi, the voice of Rika in CG. Known for her love of gorillas and the USA.
- Natsunee: Takamori Natsumi, the voice of Miku in CG. Best known for her role as Misaki in Sakurasou.
- Parunyasu: Terui Haruka, who plays Momoka in CG. Best known as Yuki from Yuyuyu.
- Pirami: Hirayama Emi, who plays Reika in ML.
- Piyotan: Nitta Hiyori, the voice of Karin, the miko idol from CG.
- Popochan/Popotan: Harashima Akari, who plays Iku in ML. Also known as Akachan.
- Pyonkichi: Yamazaki Haruka, the voice of Mirai in ML. Also had a stint as an idol in Hayate no Gotoku. Commonly called Pyon.
- Rari/Rally: Inagawa Eri, who plays Tamaki in ML. Currently the main voice for Show By Rock.
- Reichama: Matsuzaki Rei, the voice of Kirari in CG. Known for her resourcefulness and being a Yakult Swallows fan.
- Riccasama: Tachibana Rica, also known as Rika, the voice of Sae in CG. A seiyuu and talent.
- Rikanee: Yamaguchi Rikako, who plays Rio in ML.
- Rieshon: Murakawa Rie, the voice of Arisa in ML. Known for her role in Etotama and being with Pony Canyon. Sometimes shortened to “shon.”
- Rurukyan/Ruru: Yoshimura Haruka, the voice of Mika in CG. Also Ema from Shirobako.
- Ruuchan: Ru Ting, a Chinese-born seiyuu who plays Shoko in CG.
- Ruuri: Aoki Ruriko, the voice of Riina in CG. Known for being tall with long limbs. “Blue Tree” was an alias used once.
- Sayurin: Refers to Hara Sayuri, also associated with LISP. Usually used only by Meshiya fans.
- Satorina: Satou Rina, the voice of Chihiro in CG. Best known as the voice of Railgun.
- Shinoshii: Shimoji Shino, the voice of Yuka in CG. Also appears in Aikatsu!.
- Sorasora/Sorachan: Oozora Naomi, the voice of Chieri in CG. This nickname can be confusing. Known as the “kuroi tenshi” of CG.
- Sorachan: Also see Tenchan. “Tenchan” is primarily used by fans.
- Stefuji/Stef: Fujii Yukiyo, the voice of Tetora in Log Horizon and Megumi in ML. “Yukiyosama” is now more commonly used by fans.
- Sumipe: Uesaka Sumire, the voice of Anya in CG. A prominent new wave seiyuu with a notable interest in Russia.
- Suwachan: Suwa Ayaka, who plays Matsuri in ML.
- Suzie/Suzy: Suegawa Rie, the voice of Fuuka in ML.
- Takamina/Miina: Takahashi Minami, not the AKB48 member but the one in Shokugeki no Soma. Plays Konomi in ML.
- Tanechan: Taneda Risa, the voice of Kotoha in
