Tag: Aoi Haru no Oto ga Kikoeru

Original URL: http://www.team-e.co.jp/spica/aoharu/special.html#vol4_03
Published: 2021/1/14

※Only Soma’s interview has been translated in this post.

Q: Please tell us your impressions of the story after reading the Vol.4 script.

I thought it was a really great story. I cried several times while checking the script. This volume depicts the aftermath for each character, and I think that Iriya’s story became a major key. I was truly glad that he met Nao and the others. The direction also leveraged the advantages of the medium. I think that this work could only exist as a drama CD. I’m looking forward to listening to the final product.

Q: Please tell us your impressions of the recording (what you felt was difficult or enjoyable about voicing your character).

My biggest concern was simply what was going to become of Iriya, so I was really relieved that his story reached a breakpoint and continued on. There were many memorable parts, but the biggest one has to be the conversation with Nao. We unfortunately couldn’t record it together, but Nao’s lines were recorded first, and I listened to his honest, passionate feelings as I performed mine. Then there was the conversation with Takaomi-san where Iriya could finally take a half step forward, and the touching graduation ceremony. Throughout the entire volume, instead of using a logical approach, I embraced Iriya’s bared feelings and acted to the best of my ability.

Q: The theme of Vol.4 was “each of their futures.” What did you think about the final development?

I teared up at how each character either had their dream granted or found their dream, and now they’re doing their best on their own paths. Personally, while I was surprised at what happened with Ayato and Ibuki with their dreams, I was even more surprised at Ren, and it was really satisfying *laughs*. High school is only a brief moment of their long lives, but being able to spend that irreplaceable time together is their greatest fortune.

Q: Which character left the biggest impression on you in Vol.4?

Since I read the story from Iriya’s perspective, he naturally leaves an impression on me, but… it has to be Ren *laughs*. I thought, “This is unfair!” in a good way. Due to various circumstances, we couldn’t record as a full group for this series, so I wish I could’ve had more in-person dialogues with the others. Since the latter half had especially heavy plot developments, I wish we could’ve had more fun together during the everyday life parts…!

Q: Please give us a message for the fans enjoying Aoharu.

Thank you again for supporting Aoharu up until now. I’m not going to say much here; instead I just hope you’ll immerse yourself in the world of this wonderful series. Personally, I was very happy to experience this sparkling yet painful, vivid adolescence with the boys. To be honest, I don’t want to graduate from this series…! Someday, somewhere, I hope I’ll be able to meet everyone again. Thank you for listening to Vol.4!

Original URL: http://www.team-e.co.jp/spica/aoharu/special.html#vol2_03
Published: 2020/11/25

※Only Soma’s interview has been translated in this post.

Q: Please tell us your impressions of the story after reading the Vol.2 script.

When I read Vol.1 I was eager to find out what happens next, so I first absorbed myself in reading Vol.2. Iriya talks more with his group and with Ayato, which was refreshing. He’s surprisingly cold to Ayato *laughs*. The reservations between Nao and Ayato are making progress, but on the other hand, new problems are cropping up with Iriya, Ibuki, and Ren… Anyway, I really want to read the next volume. I’m also interested in Nao’s singing! I want to hear the final product soon!

Q: Please tell us your impressions of the recording (what you felt was difficult or enjoyable about voicing your character).

This time I couldn’t record with Nao and Ayato, and I wish I could’ve, since Iriya had a lot of dialogues with them. Also, Iriya being who he is, his mental state has become more complicated from last time, and the non-straightforwardness was both difficult and fun. I think I managed to perceive his heart better than last time, and I hope I’ll be able to deepen that connection next time.

Q: This volume focuses on the relationship between Nao and Ayato. What did you think of it?

That’s the biggest highlight of this volume. For some reason I found myself empathizing with Ayato’s relationship with his mother in Vol.1, so I’m looking forward to listening thoroughly to how Nao softens Ayato’s stubborn heart and the wonderful things born from their clashes in the final product. It’s truly valuable to have a person like Nao who will confront you head-on. Ayato fought back, but in the end he’s touched by Nao’s pure feelings. It made me realize again how amazing Nao is.

Q: Which character left the biggest impression on you in Vol.2?

I’m still interested in Iriya, of course. His feelings have gotten more complicated from Vol.1, and they go back and forth quite a bit. I felt the complexity and fascination of this series. There’s also Ayato—I haven’t listened to the final product yet, but I teared up when I was reading his conversation with Nao at the end. I’m eager to find out how he gets involved with the rest of the characters in Vol.3 onwards.

Q: Please give us a message for the fans based on the story highlight of this volume.

The mystery presented in Vol.1 deepens, while other doubts are cleared… Quite a lot happens in Vol.2! There’s still a ways to go, though. I’m sure the remaining three will have their story told in Vol.3 and beyond. Anyway, personally I’m worried about whether Iriya will find solace! We cast members are also looking forward to how the five boys’ adolescence will progress. Thank you for your continued support!

Original URL: https://www.pashplus.jp/music_cd/197956/
Published: 2020/11/5

※Only Soma’s interview has been translated in this post.

Q: Please tell us what you thought about the concept and story.

I think it’s rare these days to release a 4-volume drama CD series—let alone for an original work. It also doesn’t stop at just a realistic high school youth story; there’s suspense too. I thought it was a really interesting initiative. The story’s still only just begun, but I personally love this style of content, so I’m eager to read the next part!

Q: Please tell us what you found difficult or enjoyable about voicing your character.

In Vol.1, it’s revealed that Iriya is shouldering quite a heavy burden. Despite that, he has great grades, he’s handsome, and he’s a good person who doesn’t act like someone he isn’t. I hope I was able to sense and convey that dual nature of his and his delicate fluctuations. In particular, during the series of heartrending scenes from the middle to the end, I was in sync with his feelings and ended up crying during the check. I truly felt how much of a savior Nao was to him.

Q: What did you think of the relationships between the Class 3-C group: Nao, Iriya, Ren, and Ibuki?

There’s Nao with his boundless optimism and Ibuki with his practical realism. Of course, since it’s a fictional story, the characters are exaggerated to a degree, but since groups like this really did exist, I felt like I could relate. However, for better or worse, these boys are modernistic, or rather, it feels like everyone has boundaries that they won’t cross (Nao aside). I’m looking forward to seeing how that affects things in the future.

Q: Which character left the biggest impression on you?

It’d have to be Iriya, who I voiced. I haven’t been through the same experience as him, and yet I still felt like I could relate to him. I’m really interested in finding out his story in Vol.2 and beyond.

Also, Nao. When I look at him from Iriya’s point of view, I can clearly see why Iriya spoils him so much. I’m also looking forward to seeing what inner struggles Ren, Ibuki, and Ayato will show us (although Ayato already had a painful scene).

Q: This is a question relating to this work’s abbreviated name and the group’s name, Aoharu aka adolescence. Looking back at your life, when was the most “aoharu” time for you?

That would be university. I’m still inexperienced, but back then, I was even more young and immature. Despite that, I thought I was as competent as anyone else. That was the most sparkling time for me. I still talk to my friends from back then, and I hope we’ll continue to be friends. But if I could go back in time, I’d want to enjoy it with all my strength. I should’ve done more with my youth. *laughs*

Q: Please give us a message for the fans.

The curtain has lifted on a familiar yet grand story of high school friends and their ordinary—with a splash of extraordinary—lives. The cast members are all close in age too, so I hope our atmosphere was transferred to them. I hope you’ll listen to Vol.1 and then continue to follow the series. Thank you for your support!