Ai Kayano
Voice ActorAi Kayano is a Japanese voice actress who voices Kanae Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Ufotable). She is widely known for leading anime roles such as Menma in Anohana and Shiro in No Game No Life.
Demon Slayer Role
In the Japanese-language version of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, produced by studio Ufotable, Kayano voices Kanae Kocho. The part adds to a career rich in prominent anime roles and reflects her established standing among Japanese voice talent. Born on September 13, 1987, she has been active since 2010, and her involvement in the series connects her to one of the most successful anime franchises of the period.
Career and Notable Roles
A former member of Pro-Fit, Kayano is affiliated with Office Osawa. She has headlined numerous series, including Meiko "Menma" Honma in Anohana, Inori Yuzuriha in Guilty Crown, Alice Zuberg in Sword Art Online: Alicization, Utaha Kasumigaoka in Saekano, Mashiro Shiina in The Pet Girl of Sakurasou, and Saori Takebe in Girls und Panzer. Her further leading roles include Shiro in No Game No Life, Darkness in KonoSuba, Juliet Persia in Boarding School Juliet, and Mamako Oosuki in Do You Love Your Mom and Her Two-Hit Multi-Target Attacks?.
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Recognition and Other Work
Alongside her acting, Kayano is active as a vocalist, having performed opening, ending, and insert theme songs tied to the series in which she stars. This recurring musical involvement has become a notable feature of her career, extending her contribution to many productions beyond voice performance alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ai Kayano?
Ai Kayano is a Japanese voice actress who voices Kanae Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, produced by studio Ufotable. Born on September 13, 1987, she has been active since 2010 and is widely known for leading anime roles.
What anime has Ai Kayano voiced in?
Ai Kayano voices Kanae Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and she has headlined many other series including Menma in Anohana, Shiro in No Game No Life, Inori Yuzuriha in Guilty Crown, and Darkness in KonoSuba.
Who does Ai Kayano play in Demon Slayer?
Ai Kayano plays Kanae Kocho in the Japanese-language version of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, produced by studio Ufotable. The part adds to a career rich in prominent anime roles.
What agency is Ai Kayano with?
Ai Kayano is affiliated with Office Osawa and is a former member of Pro-Fit. She voices Kanae Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Is Ai Kayano also a singer?
Yes, alongside her acting Ai Kayano is active as a vocalist, having performed opening, ending, and insert theme songs tied to the series in which she stars. This musical involvement runs alongside roles such as Kanae Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Demon Slayer anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Created byKoyoharu Gotouge
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byufotable
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