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Manami Numakura (沼倉 愛美, Numakura Manami; born April 15, 1988) is a Japanese voice actress and former singer. She is affiliated with Arts Vision.[1][2] Her best-known role is in The Idolmaster video game franchise where she voices Hibiki Ganaha from the rival group known as Project Fairy. Other major roles include Pieck Finger in Attack on Titan, Kohaku in Dr. Stone, Mary in No Guns Life, Riko in Love Lab, Takao in Arpeggio of Blue Steel, Machi Tokiwa in Hanayamata and Saya Endō in Dagashi Kashi. She made her solo music debut in 2016, performing the opening theme to the anime series Magical Girl Raising Project. From 2013 to 2016, she was a member of the voice acting unit Trident.

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Career

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Numakura decided to become a voice actress while in high school after listening to a drama CD lent to her by a friend who liked anime; she also became a fan of the Gundam franchise during this time and she cited this as another reason for her deciding to become a voice actress.[3]

Numakura made her voice acting debut in 2008 after auditioning for a role in the franchise The Idolmaster; she was cast as the character Hibiki Ganaha.[4] She made her anime voice acting debut in 2009, playing the role of a student in an episode of the anime series Gintama.[1] She would primarily voice background and supporting roles until 2011, when she played Hibiki in the anime adaptation of The Idolmaster.[1]

In 2012, Numakura was cast as the role of Arata Obata in the anime series Black Rock Shooter[5] and as the role of Yurika Tōdō in the franchise Aikatsu!.[6] In 2013 she played the role of Riko Kurahashi in the anime series Love Lab[7] and the role of Takao in the anime series Arpeggio of Blue Steel.[8] Numakura, together with Mai Fuchigami and Hibiku Yamamura, formed the singing unit Trident, which performed songs for Arpeggio of Blue Steel.[9] In 2014 she played Nanami Tokou in the anime series Brynhildr in the Darkness[10] and Aoi Sakurai in the anime series Rail Wars![11] and Machi Tokiwa in the anime series Hanayamata.[12] In 2015, she was cast as the character Paula McCoy in the anime series Nisekoi.[13] In 2016, she was cast as the character Saya Endō in the anime series Dagashi Kashi[14] and as Kano Sazanami in the anime series Magical Girl Raising Project.[1] Trident disbanded in 2016 following the release of its last album Blue and a final concert at the Makuhari Messe Hall.[15] In 2017, she was cast as Akane Hiyama in the anime series Love Tyrant.[16]

Numakura made her debut as a solo music artist under the Flying Dog label in 2016.[3] Her first single "Sakebe" (叫べ, Shout) was released on November 2, 2016;[17] the title song is used as the opening theme to the anime television series Magical Girl Raising Project.[18] Her second single "Climber's High!" was released on February 8, 2017;[19] the title song is used as the opening theme to the anime series Fuuka, where Numakura plays the role of Tama.[20] Numakura opened her official fanclub Area Nu in April 2017,[21] and she released her first album My Live on June 14, 2017.[22] She made an appearance at Animelo Summer Live in 2016[23] and she made an appearance at Animax Musix 2018.[24] She released her second album Ai (アイ) on February 20, 2019.[25]

On November 25, 2019, Numakura announced that she would be ending her solo singing career after the release of a compilation album titled Minna de! (みんなで!) on February 12, 2020 and her final concert at Toyosu Pit on February 16, 2020, although she will continue her activities as a voice actress. Her fanclub is set to close in March of the same year.[26][27]

Personal life

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Numakura announced her marriage to fellow voice actor Ryōta Ōsaka on October 23, 2019.[28] She announced that she gave birth to a baby boy on December 19, 2021.[29]

Filmography

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Anime

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List of voice performances in anime
Year Series Role Notes Source[1]
2009 Gin Tama Student A Ep. 188
2010 Hanamaru Kindergarten Kenji
2011 Nichijou Mihoshi Tachibana
2011 Sket Dance Ayano Sugisaki
2011 Yondemasuyo, Azazel-san
2011 Hoshizora e Kakaru Hashi Keita Yamakawa
2011 Zoobles! Panky
2011 Bunny Drop
2011 The Idolmaster Hibiki Ganaha Also OVAs and specials
2011 Tamayura: Hitotose Shōko Hirono
2012 High School DxD Marion
2012 Black Rock Shooter Arata Kohata
2012 Sengoku Collection Yumi
2012 Shirokuma Cafe Mizuki
2012 Natsuiro Kiseki Asano-senpai, others [30]
2012 Moyasimon Returns A. Soe, Kobo
2012–16 Aikatsu! Yurika Tōdō
2013–14 Puchimas! Petit Idolmaster Hibiki Ganaha, Chibiki web series, also sequels and OVAs [30][31]
2013 Sasami-san@Ganbaranai Jō Edogawa
2013 A Certain Scientific Railgun S Yumi Kusakabe Ep. 4 [30]
2013 Love Lab Riko Kurahashi [7]
2013 Arpeggio of Blue Steel Takao [8]
2014 Harmonie Mayumi Anime Mirai 2014 short film [32]
2014 Riddle Story of Devil Otoya Takechi [33]
2014 Brynhildr in the Darkness Nanami Tokou [10]
2014 Rail Wars! Aoi Sakurai [11]
2014 Hanayamata Machi Tokiwa [12]
2014–15 Shirobako Yumi Iguchi, Poppy, Noa, others [30]
2015 Unlimited Fafnir Mitsuki Mononobe [34]
2015–16 Assassination Classroom Rio Nakamura [35]
2015–21 Show by Rock!! Retoree [36]
2015–16 The Heroic Legend of Arslan Alfreed [37]
2015 Sound! Euphonium Mamiko Oumae [30]
2015 Nisekoi: Paula McCoy [13]
2015–18 Overlord Narberal Gamma [38]
2015 Lance N' Masques Yoriko Sudo [39]
2016–18 Dagashi Kashi Saya Endō [14]
2016 Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn Clarion
2016 Schwarzesmarken Circe Steinhoff
2016 Magical Girl Raising Project Ripple / Kano Sazanami eps. 1- (Ripple), 1, 3, 7, 9 (Kano Sazanami)
2016 Seisen Cerberus: Ryūkoku no Fatalite Mumuu
2017 Seiren Tomoe Kamita
2017 Fuuka Tama Reika
2017 Love Tyrant Akane Hiyama [16]
2017 Made in Abyss Shiggy
2017 Konohana Kitan Kiri
2017 A Sister's All You Need Ashley Ōno
2018 Slow Start Kiyose Enami
2018 Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion Akita Oga [40]
2018 Gundam Build Divers Aya Fujisawa / Ayame
2018 Uchi no Maid ga Uzasugiru! Tsubame Kamoi
2018 Release the Spyce Yuki Hanzōmon [41]
2018 Ulysses: Jeanne d'Arc and the Alchemist Knight Arthur de Richemont
2018 Fairy Tail Brandish μ [42]
2019 Mini Toji Miruya Kitora
2019–23 Attack on Titan Cart Titan / Pieck Finger
2019 If It's for My Daughter, I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord Rita [43]
2019–present Dr. Stone Kohaku [44]
2019 Kochoki: Wakaki Nobunaga Ohana [45]
2019–20 No Guns Life Mary Steinberg [46]
2020–22 Princess Connect! Re:Dive Tamaki / Tamaki Miyasaka [47]
2020 Plunderer Erin Eps. 20–21
2020 Adachi and Shimamura Akira Hino [48]
2021 Yo-kai Watch Jam – Yo-kai Academy Y: Close Encounters of the N Kind Chiyo Fukuda, Lana Amate [49]
2021 That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Hinata Sakaguchi [50]
2021 Seven Knights Revolution: Hero Successor Shirley [51]
2021 I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Beelzebub [52]
2022 She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man Hinata
2022 Shin Ikki Tousen Indara [53]
2022 Mamekichi Mameko NEET no Nichijō Tabi, A-chan [54]
2022 Legend of Mana: The Teardrop Crystal Diana [55]
2023 By the Grace of the Gods Season 2 Robelia [56]
2023 Alice Gear Aegis Expansion Yotsuyu Hirasaka [57]
2023 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc Tokitō siblings' mother [58]
2024 A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics Brenda Aisaki [59]

Film

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List of voice performances in anime
Year Series Role Notes Source[1]
2015 Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova DC Takao feature film [60]
2015 Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie Tsumugi (young) [61]
2015 Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn Clarion
2017 Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry Brandish μ

Video games

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List of voice performances in video games
Year Series Role Notes Source[1]
2009– The Idolmaster series Hibiki Ganaha Starting with The Idolmaster SP [30]
2009 Puzzle: Boku ra no 48-jiken senso
パズル－ぼくらの48時間戦争		 Keiko Takigawa
2012 Touch, Shot! Love Application
ja:たっち、しよっ! 〜Love Application〜		 Natsu
2012 WonderKing Online
2012 Mugen Souls Alys Levantine
2012 Atelier Elkrone: Dear for Otomate Kaya
2012 Kidō Senshi Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
2012 Agarest Senki Mariage
ja:アガレスト戦記 Mariage		 Ka Kaoru
2013 Demon Gaze Pine
2013 Mugen Souls Z Alys Levantine
2013 Killer Is Dead Scarlett
2013 Lord of Vermillion III Freya
2014 Dai ransō dasshu or dasshu! !
ja:大乱走ダッシュor奪取!!		 Ai Tensakamari
2014 ja:RE:VICE【D】 Violet
2014 Hanayamata: Yosakoi Live! Machi Tokiwa PS Vita [30][62]
2015 Tokyo Xanadu Rion Kugayama
2016 Tokyo Xanadu: eX+ Rion Kugayama
2016 Girls' Frontline AN-94, FP6 Mobile Games [63]
2017 Azur Lane Benson, Dorsetshire, Sovetskaya Rossiya, Surcouf
2018- Princess Connect Re:Dive Tamaki / Tamaki Miyasaka
2019 Another Eden Rosetta
2019 Sakura Wars Lancelot
2021 Blue Archive Karin Kakudate
2021 Counter:Side Estarossa de Chevalier
2022 Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream Katrina Balbastre [64]
2025 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Liesel [65]

Audio dramas

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List of voice dub performances in audio drama productions
Series Role Notes Source[1]
Puchimasu! Petit Idolmaster Drama CD Hibiki Ganaha
Star Mine Kazami Hoshino
Super Star: Me to Me Mika Tachibana

Overseas dubbing

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List of voice dub performances in overseas productions
Series Role Notes Source[1]
August
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The Pacific

Discography

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Character albums

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List of character albums, extended plays and singles, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak positions
JPN
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The Idolmaster Master Artist 2 -First Season- 02 Ganaha Hibiki
(as Hibiki Ganaha)
  • Released: November 3, 2010
  • Label: Nippon Columbia
  • Cat. No.: COCX-36511
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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The Idolmaster Master Artist 3 02 Ganaha Hibiki
(as Hibiki Ganaha)
  • Released: April 22, 2015
  • Label: Nippon Columbia
  • Cat. No.: COCX-39142
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Petit Idolmaster Twelve Seasons! Vol. 10: Ganaha Hibiki & Chibiki
(as Hikibi Ganaha)
  • Released: March 6, 2013
  • Label: Frontier Works
  • Cat. No.: MFCZ-1037
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Ongaku Shoujo「Rock the Hero」
(as Haru Chitose)
  • Released: March 29, 2013
  • Label: Cosmic Record
  • Cat. No.: CORE-00012
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Yosakoi Song Series Go Machi
Yui Hama gakuen chūgaku yo-sa koi bu Tokiwa Machi
  • Released: November 19, 2014
  • Label: Diveii Entertainment
  • Cat. No.: AVCA-74544
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Manami Numakura (沼倉 愛美, Numakura Manami; born April 15, 1988) is a Japanese voice actress and former singer affiliated with the talent agency Arts Vision. Numakura was born in , , and developed an interest in during high school after listening to drama CDs. She made her professional debut in 2008, landing the role of the cheerful idol Hibiki Ganaha in the multimedia franchise , which marked her breakthrough and led to widespread recognition in the and gaming industries. Over the years, she has voiced a diverse array of characters in prominent series, including the inventive Kohaku in , the composed Pieck Finger in , the energetic Takao in Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova, and the mischievous Rio Nakamura in . Her performances often highlight her versatile range, from lively and optimistic personalities to more nuanced and strategic roles. In addition to , Numakura pursued a singing career, making her solo music debut in 2016 with the single "Sakebe", the opening theme for the anime . She released several singles and albums under the FlyingDog label before announcing the end of her solo singing activities in November 2019, following the release of her final compilation album COMPLETE BEST "Minna de!" in February 2020. On a personal note, Numakura married fellow voice actor in October 2019, and the couple welcomed their first child, a , in December 2021. She continues to be active in the industry, voicing characters in projects including the second season of I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level, which aired in 2025.

Early life and education

Birth and family background

Manami Numakura was born on April 15, 1988, in , , . Information about her family background, including her parents' professions, remains private, though she has mentioned having siblings in interviews. She spent her early years in the urbanized environment of , a region adjacent to known for its blend of residential and industrial areas.

Schooling and early interests

Numakura attended local high schools in her hometown of , , graduating around March 2007. During her high school years, she balanced academics with part-time work at a shoe store to fund her burgeoning interest in , while also participating in auditions for talent agencies that tested her determination through early rejections. Her passion for and began in elementary school, when a friend lent her a CD for in the fourth grade, introducing her to the expressive world of seiyuu and sparking a lifelong fascination. By middle school, she immersed herself in , frequently renting titles from TSUTAYA video stores, and was particularly influenced by , admiring voice actresses such as Yoshiko Sakakibara for their versatile performances in drama CDs and series. These experiences, combined with her exposure to music from artists like and the band , fueled her creative interests and motivated her to interview for a voice acting training program in her second year of high school, entering the institute during her third year to hone her skills alongside diverse classmates. After high school graduation, Numakura relocated to to dedicate herself fully to training, navigating the competitive environment where she acknowledged not being the standout student, an experience that cultivated her resilience and commitment to self-improvement. In late 2006, while still in school, she auditioned for THE IDOLM@STER, passing in December 2006 and marking a pivotal step in her pre-professional journey, though she continued refining her craft amid ongoing challenges.

Career

Voice acting beginnings and development

Numakura entered the voice acting industry in 2008 by joining the talent agency Arts Vision after passing an audition for a role in the Idolmaster multimedia franchise. Her professional debut came in 2008, landing the role of the cheerful idol Hibiki Ganaha in the multimedia franchise , which marked her breakthrough and led to widespread recognition. These early opportunities focused on character work that honed her skills in delivering energetic and expressive performances, setting the stage for her growth within the seiyuu community. From 2012 onward, Numakura experienced a significant breakthrough, securing lead roles in action-fantasy that highlighted her versatility and dynamic . She garnered praise for her ability to portray strong, multifaceted characters with emotional depth and high energy, particularly in genres blending supernatural elements and intense narratives. By the mid-2010s, her career trajectory shifted toward more prominent protagonist positions, including contributions to major franchises such as series, which solidified her reputation as a reliable talent in high-profile productions. In recent years, Numakura has continued to expand her portfolio with ongoing involvement in established series and new ventures, such as voicing in the 2025 second season of I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level and her role in the 2025 anime adaptation of Tougen Anki. Following her retirement from solo singing activities in 2020, she has emphasized deeper character exploration in her voice work, balancing professional demands with personal commitments like marriage and family. Her contributions to seiyuu culture include active participation in fan events and collaborative projects, fostering stronger connections between voice actors and audiences through interactive concerts and promotional activities.

Music career and transition

Numakura's entry into music began in 2013 when she joined the voice acting unit alongside Mai Fuchigami and , formed to perform the ending theme "Blue Field" for the Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova under the Flying Dog label. The group released several singles and albums, including their debut single in November 2013 and a final album BLUE in February 2016, while conducting live performances that highlighted their synchronized performances tied to their character roles. disbanded on April 3, 2016, following the conclusion of their promotional activities, allowing Numakura to transition toward individual pursuits as her profile grew through prominent roles. Following the unit's dissolution, Numakura made her solo music debut in 2016 with the single "Sakebe" (), released on November 2 as the opening theme for the anime , marking her first release under her own name with Flying Dog. This debut was positioned to complement her seiyuu work, blending original songs with ties to her anime characters, and she performed it live at events like Animelo Summer Live 2016. Her solo career peaked from 2016 to 2019, encompassing multiple singles, full-length albums such as My LIVE (2017) and Ai (2019), and solo concerts that showcased her and stage presence, often drawing on themes of aspiration and connection reflective of her acting endeavors. On November 25, 2019, Numakura announced the end of her solo singing career via her official blog, effective after her final releases and performance in 2020, stating it was a personal decision to move forward in her professional path. She cited a desire to deepen her focus on , amid her recent marriage to fellow voice actor Ryota in October 2019, which also influenced her prioritization of family alongside career balance. Her concluding activities included the Numakura Manami COMPLETE BEST "Minna de!" on February 12, 2020, featuring 33 tracks from her solo discography plus a new song and music videos, followed by her farewell concert FINAL LIVE "Minna de!" at PIT on February 16, 2020, which served as a celebratory close to her five-year solo tenure. Since retiring from solo music in 2020, Numakura has limited her singing to occasional character songs for anime and games, such as contributions to Dr. Stone and The Idolmaster projects, while maintaining no independent solo releases or tours as of 2025, allowing her to concentrate fully on voice acting roles.

Personal life

Marriage

On October 23, 2019, Manami Numakura married fellow voice actor Ryōta Ōsaka. In a joint statement via their agencies, they expressed their commitment to continuing their careers while growing together, stating, "As partners, we will endeavor to respect each other and deliver many great works. We still have much to learn but we hope that you can watch over us." The announcement was made publicly on the same day through the official websites of their talent agencies, Early Wing (representing Ōsaka) and Arts Vision (representing Numakura), marking a significant personal milestone for both. No details about the wedding event, including photos or public celebrations, were shared, reflecting the couple's preference for privacy amid their high-profile careers. Ōsaka, born August 2, 1986, in , is a prominent voice actor affiliated with Early Wing, best known for roles such as Eijun Sawamura in , Sadao Maō in The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Keiji Akaashi in Haikyu!!, and Nariyuki Yuiga in . The marriage coincided with a transitional period in Numakura's professional life; just over a month later, on November 25, 2019, she announced the end of her solo music career following a final album and concert in February 2020.

Family

Numakura and her husband welcomed their first child, a son, on December 19, 2021. She publicly announced the birth via her official account on December 20, 2021, stating that the "very, very energetic boy" had arrived a few days earlier and describing the event as a private matter for the family. The family has since maintained a low profile, with Numakura consistently avoiding the sharing of family photos or personal details in public forums to safeguard their privacy. This approach aligns with the initial announcement's emphasis on discretion regarding private life. No additional children have been announced as of November 2025. She stated that her body was recovering well due to support from her agency and others, and that she would gradually resume work.

Filmography

Anime television series

Numakura's voice acting career in anime television series began with minor roles in 2009, including a student character in Gintama. Over the years, she has taken on a variety of supporting and leading roles across genres, from action and fantasy to slice-of-life and idol productions. Her breakthrough came with prominent parts in the early 2010s, establishing her as a versatile performer in the industry. The following table enumerates her notable roles in anime television series, listed chronologically by the year of initial broadcast. It includes major and recurring characters, with episode ranges noted where applicable; ongoing series are indicated as such.
YearTitleCharacterNotes
2009StudentMinor role in a single episode
2011The iDOLM@STERHibiki GanahaRecurring guest appearances
2013Riko KurahashiMain role
2014HanayamataMachi TokiwaMain role
2015Rika JougasakiMain role; ongoing series
2015Rio NakamuraMain role across two seasons (2015–2016)
2015AlfreedSupporting role
2016Saya EndōMain role
2017Renai BoukunAkane HiyamaMain role
2018Brandish μSupporting role; reprise in 2024's Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest
2019KohakuMain role; ongoing through 2025's Dr. Stone: Science Future cour
2019Pieck Finger / Cart TitanSupporting role in seasons 4–final (2019–2023)
2020Akira HinoMain role
2020Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken (Season 2)Hinata SakaguchiSupporting role; reprises in later seasons (2023–2024)
2024A Salad Bowl of EccentricsBrenda AisakiSupporting role
2025Tougen AnkiKuinaEpisodes 7 onward (ongoing as of November 2025)
2025Slime Taoshite 300-nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level Max ni Nattemashita (Season 2)Reprise as supporting role (ongoing)
2025KohakuMain role (ongoing)
2025ClosureSupporting role (TV, 10 eps)

Anime films

Manami Numakura has contributed her voice to a variety of films, including theatrical releases, compilation movies, and OVAs, often portraying complex female characters in genres spanning action, fantasy, and . Her film roles began in the mid-2010s with contributions to idol and features, evolving to include prominent parts in high-profile adaptations of popular series. The following table lists her selected anime film roles in chronological order, focusing on feature-length productions:
YearTitleCharacterNotes
2014Aikatsu! The MovieYurika TōdōTheatrical film produced by Bandai Namco Pictures.
2014HarmonieMayumiShort animated film directed by Takashi Yamazaki.
2015The Idolmaster Movie: Beyond the Brilliant Future!Hibiki GanahaTheatrical idol film by A-1 Pictures.
2015Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova DCTakaoCompilation OVA film by Sanzigen.
2015Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova CadenzaTakaoTheatrical sequel film by Sanzigen.
2015Ghost in the Shell: The New MovieTsumugiTheatrical film by Production I.G.
2016Assassination Classroom: The Time of 365 DaysRio NakamuraTheatrical sequel film by Lara International.
2016Aikatsu! Aiming at the Diamond CrownYurika TōdōTheatrical film by Bandai Namco Pictures.
2017Fairy Tail: Dragon CryBrandish μTheatrical film by A-1 Pictures and Bridge.
2017Overlord: The Undead KingNarberal GammaCompilation film by Madhouse.
2017Overlord: The Dark HeroNarberal GammaCompilation film by Madhouse.
2017Overlord: Ple Ple PleiadesNarberal GammaShort comedic OVA film by Maruyama Studio.
2019Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: The Animation - Mirai Kara Shinsoku no ALFA-X!Akita OgaTheatrical film by Production I.G.
2019Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - CollisionElizabeth von BraunschweigTheatrical compilation film by Production I.G.
2021Words Bubble Up Like Soda PopMiyukiOriginal theatrical film by Kyoto Animation.
2023Aikatsu! 10th Story: Starway to the FutureYurika TōdōAnniversary theatrical film by Bandai Namco Pictures.
2024Attack on Titan: The Last AttackPieck FingerTheatrical finale film by MAPPA, compiling final season content.
As of November 2025, no additional film roles for Numakura have been confirmed beyond these, though she continues to reprise characters in compilation releases where applicable.

Video games

Numakura entered the in with her debut role as Hibiki Ganaha in The Dearly Stars, marking the beginning of her extensive involvement in the Idolmaster franchise. This role showcased her ability to portray lively, character-driven idols in interactive rhythm and simulation gameplay on the platform. She continued voicing Hibiki Ganaha in subsequent entries, including The SP (2011) and The 2 (2011), both for , contributing to the series' emphasis on player-idol interactions and performance mechanics. A pivotal role came in 2011 with Rika Jougasaki in , an arcade game that expanded the franchise's mobile and social elements, where Numakura's performance highlighted the character's personality in branching storylines and live events. She has reprised this across multiple platforms and spin-offs, including the mobile (2015, /Android), underscoring her ongoing contribution to the series' gacha-style progression and community-driven content. Beyond the Idolmaster series, Numakura has delivered notable performances in action RPGs and mobile gachas, often voicing strong-willed female leads or support characters that enhance player immersion through dynamic dialogues and combat voice lines. In Killer is Dead (2013, PlayStation 3/Xbox 360), she voiced Scarlett, adding emotional depth to the game's noir-inspired narrative. Her role as Rion Kugayama in Tokyo Xanadu (2015, PlayStation Vita/4) brought a schoolgirl fighter's determination to life in its dungeon-crawling action. In mobile titles, she has voiced multiple ship girls in Azur Lane (2017, iOS/Android), including Benson, Dorsetshire, Surcouf, and Sovetskaya Rossiya, supporting fleet-building strategies with spirited battle cries. Similarly, as AN-94 and FP-6 in Girls' Frontline (2016, iOS/Android), her portrayals emphasized tactical doll personalities in squad-based tactics. More recently, in Blue Archive (2021, iOS/Android), she voices Kakudate Karin, a tactical instructor whose commanding presence fits the game's school-themed RPG battles. Numakura has also appeared in collaboration events, such as voicing Kohaku from Dr. Stone in the Last Cloudia crossover (2020, iOS/Android), where her energetic delivery complemented the science-themed quests integrated into the main RPG storyline.
YearTitleCharacterPlatform Notes
2009The Idolmaster Dearly StarsHibiki GanahaNintendo DS; simulation RPG with rhythm elements
2011The Idolmaster SPHibiki GanahaPlayStation Portable; expanded idol management
2011The Idolmaster 2Hibiki GanahaPlayStation Portable; multiplayer-focused updates
2011–presentThe Idolmaster Cinderella Girls (various)Rika JougasakiArcade, mobile (Starlight Stage, 2015, iOS/Android); gacha rhythm game
2013Monster MonpieceFiaPlayStation Vita; card battle with monster girl training
2013Killer is DeadScarlettPlayStation 3, Xbox 360; action-adventure hack-and-slash
2015Tokyo XanaduRion KugayamaPlayStation Vita, later PC; action RPG with dungeon exploration
2016Girls' FrontlineAN-94, FP-6iOS, Android; tactical strategy with doll customization
2017Azur LaneBenson, Dorsetshire, Surcouf, Sovetskaya RossiyaiOS, Android; side-scrolling shooter with gacha fleet building
2021Blue ArchiveKakudate KariniOS, Android; tactical RPG in a school setting
2020Last Cloudia (Dr. Stone collab.)KohakuiOS, Android; event quests in main MMORPG

Audio dramas

Numakura's involvement in audio dramas dates back to the late , with prominent roles in the THE IDOLM@STER franchise's drama CDs, where she voiced the energetic idol Hibiki Ganaha. These releases, such as THE IDOLM@STER DRAMA CD01 (2008, CD) and THE IDOLM@STER DRAMA CD02: Producer no Kyuujitsu (2008, CD), featured narrative extensions of the game's storylines, emphasizing character interactions in non-visual formats. Her performances in these early audio stories highlighted her versatility in portraying lively, supportive personalities tied to light novel-inspired idol themes. In the mid-2010s, Numakura contributed to drama CDs adapted from light novels and manga, including a maid character in Shōnen Hanayome vol. 5: Hana to Kaoboku no Yoi (2015, CD bundled with limited edition novel). She also appeared in JIHAI Jikai Third World / Another Pain (2009, CD) as Kaede, part of a sci-fi series exploring magnetic seas and human emotions. These works showcased her ability to convey subtle emotional depth in compact audio narratives. Notable later roles include voicing Nekomata in the Ayakashiko drama CD (2019, CD bundled with manga vol. 6 special edition), a supernatural comedy about a high school girl cohabiting with yokai, where her performance captured the mischievous cat spirit's playful tone. In the Attack on Titan radio drama segments, she reprised Pieck Finger during a guest appearance on episode 98 of the official radio show (2022, online broadcast), extending the character's calm demeanor from the anime in interactive discussions. For Wonderland Wars, she featured in the side story drama CD Chapter No. 3 (2015, CD), contributing to the mobile game's lore through ensemble voice acting. Numakura has also been active in radio hosting, particularly within the THE IDOLM@STER ecosystem. She co-hosted THE IDOLM@STER STATION!!! (2010–2014, online via Nico Nico), which included original drama skits like "Luxury White" in the 2014 winter memories compilation CD, blending talk segments with scripted stories. The show continued as THE IDOLM@STER STATION!!+ (2014–2018, online), maintaining drama elements focused on idol life. Additionally, she solo-hosted THE IDOLM@STER MUSIC ON THE RADIO (2018–, online via Nico Nico), featuring music commentary and occasional narrative previews. More recent contributions include the drama CD Mizugi ni Matsuwaru Et cetera (2023, CD), where she voiced Yotsuyu Hirasaka in a swimsuit-themed story expanding the game's battles into lighthearted interpersonal drama. No major audio drama releases were announced for Numakura in 2024 or 2025 as of November 2025.
YearTitleCharacterMedium
2008THE IDOLM@STER DRAMA CD02: Producer no KyuujitsuHibiki GanahaCD
2009JIHAI Jikai Third World / Another PainKaedeCD
2015Shōnen Hanayome vol. 5: Hana to Kaoboku no YoiMaidCD (novel bundle)
2015Wonderland Wars Drama CD Side Story Chapter No. 3Supporting roleCD
2019Ayakashiko Drama CDCD ( bundle)
2022 Radio (ep. 98 guest)Pieck FingerOnline broadcast
2023 Mizugi ni Matsuwaru Et ceteraYotsuyu HirasakaCD

Overseas dubbing

Manami Numakura has participated in the Japanese of select foreign media, extending her expertise to international films and animations. Her contributions in this area began in the early with supporting roles in Hollywood productions and have continued into the with dubs for Asian animations. In 2012, Numakura provided additional voices for the Japanese dub of the 2011 American financial thriller Margin Call, directed by and focusing on the events leading to the . The film was released in Japan by Culture Publishers, highlighting her early involvement in live-action foreign dubbing. More recently, in 2024, she voiced the character Mikuni Sara in the Japanese dub of the Chinese animated series Dixia You Miao (titled 下の階には澪がいる in Japanese), a romantic comedy adapted from a Korean webtoon. Numakura's portrayal of the outgoing and flirtatious Sara appears in key scenes involving social interactions, with the dubbed version premiering on Japanese television starting July 3, 2024, produced by bilibili. This role underscores her adaptability to non-Japanese animation styles.
YearOriginal TitleDubbed CharacterJapanese Release Notes
2011Margin CallAdditional voicesDubbed version released in 2012 by Culture Publishers; thriller film on Wall Street crisis.
2024Dixia You Miao (下の階には澪がいる)Mikuni SaraChinese animation dubbed for Japanese TV broadcast starting July 2024; romantic comedy based on Korean webtoon.

Discography

Solo releases

Manami Numakura debuted as a solo artist in 2016 under the FlyingDog label, releasing music that blended elements with themes of determination, emotion, and personal expression, often tied to her career but performed independently. Her solo output included four main singles, two limited singles, and three albums, with chart performance reflecting a dedicated but niche fanbase in the seiyuu music scene.

Singles

Numakura's main solo singles were released between 2016 and 2018, frequently serving as opening or ending themes for series while showcasing her in energetic rock-infused tracks and ballads. She also released two venue-limited singles. The following table lists her main solo singles, including release dates and weekly chart peaks:
TitleRelease Date PeakNotes
Sakebe (叫べ)November 2, 2016#19Debut single; opening theme for ; first-week sales of 6,834 copies.
Climber's High!February 8, 2017#20Upbeat track emphasizing perseverance; opening theme for Fuuka.
color (彩 -color-)June 6, 2018#25Ending theme for Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits; explores emotional depth and color metaphors.
DesiresOctober 31, 2018#23Ending theme for Conception; 3 tracks.
Limited singles:
  • Come on New World!! (April 15, 2018, venue-limited at "Nūmin no Tsudoi")
  • Watashitachi (わたしたち) (September 29, 2018, venue-limited at "Nūmin no Tsudoi -nikai me-")
These singles generally charted in the top 30 on , indicating solid reception among and voice actor fans, though without major awards.

Albums

Numakura released three solo albums during her music career, each compiling original tracks and singles with a focus on introspective and motivational themes. My LIVE (June 14, 2017), her debut album, contains 12 tracks and peaked at #7 on the weekly album chart, marking her highest charting release. Ai (アイ, February 20, 2019) features 11 tracks centered on love and relationships and peaked at #31 on . Her final release, the compilation best album Minna de! (みんなで！, February 12, 2020), includes 34 tracks spanning her career, running over 2 hours, and peaked at #30 on albums, serving as a before her .

Concerts and Live Events

From 2017 to 2020, Numakura held several solo live tours and events, allowing fans to experience her performances in intimate settings and building on her album themes of connection and energy. These included her 1st LIVE TOUR "My LIVE" across three venues in 2017 and 2nd Live Tour "Ai" across four cities in 2019. Her final solo concert, titled "Manami Numakura Final Live 'Minna de!'" took place on February 16, 2020, at Toyosu Pit in , drawing a full house and marking the emotional conclusion to her five-year solo music career. Overall metrics for her solo releases show modest commercial success, with total sales in the tens of thousands across her catalog and no major industry awards, but strong fan reception evidenced by consistent Oricon entries and sold-out lives among seiyuu enthusiasts. Following her announced retirement from solo singing in November 2019, Numakura has released no new solo music as of 2025, shifting focus to voice acting while continuing contributions to character songs.

Character and unit releases

Numakura's involvement in character and unit releases primarily revolved around collaborative projects linked to her roles in and video games, often featuring group performances or songs performed in character. These releases distinguished themselves from her solo work by emphasizing ensemble dynamics and narrative ties to specific series. A prominent example was her membership in the voice actress unit , formed in 2013 for the Aoki Hagane no : , where she voiced Takao alongside Mai Fuchigami () and (Haruna). The unit debuted with the ending theme "Blue Field," which peaked at #12 on the weekly singles chart. Trident released several singles and albums until their disbandment in 2016, blending pop and electronic styles reflective of the series' themes. In the franchise, Numakura voiced Hibiki Ganaha, contributing to numerous character-specific songs and unit tracks across sub-series like Million Live!. These included solo character singles and group performances in albums such as THE IDOLM@STER MASTERPR@CTICE 02 Ganaha Hibiki (2011) and SPECIAL SOLO RECORDS Hibiki Ganaha from THE IDOLM@STER MILLION LIVE! (2013), often charting within the top 20 on . Her contributions highlighted upbeat, motivational idol themes integral to the game's idol training concept. Other notable unit and character releases spanned various anime and games, including contributions to ensemble tracks in Show by Rock!! as Cyan (Plasmagica unit) and collaborative songs in Arknights tie-ins as Closure (2024-2025 game events). Compilations like DOLLS' FRONTLINE CHARACTER SONGS COLLECTION: ECHOES (2021) and ilLUmiNAte! (2024) featured her characters alongside other voice actors, focusing on thematic soundtracks for tactical RPGs.
YearTitleAssociated Role/UnitChart Position (Oricon Weekly)
2013Blue FieldTrident (Takao)#12
2014Purest BlueTrident (album)#14
2015Seishun wa Non-Stop!Plasmagica (Cyan, Show by Rock!!)-
2015Blue DestinyTrident (mini-album)-
2016BLUETrident#25
2021blurry shadowVarious characters (comp.)-
2022KING of SPADESHADE OF SPADE (Hibiki Ganaha unit)-
2024ilLUmiNAte!Various characters (comp., Arknights tie-in)-

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