Manami Numakura
Voice ActorManami Numakura is a Japanese voice actress affiliated with Arts Vision, best known for The Idolmaster franchise, who voices the sharp-tongued former child prodigy Rio Nakamura in Assassination Classroom.
Assassination Classroom Role
Numakura voices Rio Nakamura, a former elementary-school prodigy who deliberately underachieves to escape the pressure of being singled out, only to land in Class 3-E anyway. Nakamura's playful, needling energy, especially toward Nagisa Shiota and Karma Akabane, gave Numakura a chance to blend comic timing with the character's underlying sharp intellect.
Career and Notable Roles
Represented by Arts Vision, Numakura is best known for voicing Hibiki Ganaha in The Idolmaster franchise and Pieck Finger in Attack on Titan. Other major credits include Kohaku in Dr. Stone, Machi Tokiwa in Hanayamata, and Saya Endo in Dagashi Kashi, and she launched a solo music career in 2016 after several years performing with the unit Trident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Manami Numakura voice in Assassination Classroom?
Manami Numakura voices Rio Nakamura, a former elementary-school prodigy who deliberately underachieves to escape the pressure of being singled out, only to land in Class 3-E anyway. Her playful, needling energy toward Nagisa Shiota and Karma Akabane blends comic timing with the character's underlying sharp intellect.
What anime is Manami Numakura best known for?
Numakura is best known for voicing Hibiki Ganaha in The Idolmaster franchise and Pieck Finger in Attack on Titan. She is represented by the talent agency Arts Vision.
What other anime has Manami Numakura been in?
Beyond her signature roles, Numakura has voiced Kohaku in Dr. Stone, Machi Tokiwa in Hanayamata, and Saya Endo in Dagashi Kashi.
Is Manami Numakura a singer?
Yes, Numakura launched a solo music career in 2016 after several years performing with the unit Trident. She has been active in voice acting since 2008.
Who is Manami Numakura?
Manami Numakura is a Japanese voice actress born in 1988. She has worked in the industry since 2008, represented by the talent agency Arts Vision.
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