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V-Storage<\/em> is a free promotional magazine from Bandai Visual, given away wherever home video is sold in Japan. On September 14, 2017, they published an interview with Yuki Mori\u2019s voice actor Houko Kuwashima. On October 13, the online version of the interview was published with extra content.<\/p>\n Read the magazine interview here<\/a>. The extra content is presented below. Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> Many cast members appearing in Yamato 2202<\/em> were in the previous work. What\u2019s that like?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> The production process for 2199<\/em> was very synchronized with the journey of Yamato<\/em>. Can we return to Earth safely? (Will we make it to the last episode?) In spite of being an employee, I worked with a deep feeling of time running out. (Laughs) There was then a gap of three years, and when the familiar actors were reunited, it really became like returning to the bridge of Yamato<\/em>. The difference from 2199<\/em> is that we don\u2019t see much of Takayuki Sugao (Captain Okita), but he has a real presence because he\u2019s in all our hearts and I still have the feeling that he is there. I think this work also has a power that acts upon the site.<\/p>\n Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> What memorable episodes can you tell me about the voice recording?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> I think it\u2019s a wonderfully balanced site, from veterans to mid-level actors to the youngsters. You can enjoy hearing the seniors talking happily and peacefully, and it warms my heart. I\u2019m grateful to be able to participate in this kind of treasure.<\/p>\n Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> Chapter 3 is titled Pure Love Chapter<\/em>, the whole story infused not only with Kodai and Yuki, but with various kinds of love throughout. What do you yourself think of an awkward man like Kodai?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> I think being awkward is not at all a bad thing. Kodai is rather natural, and from the female viewpoint, there\u2019s a place where I honestly think, \u201caww.\u201d (Laughs) He\u2019s popular because he has a good face, takes responsibility at his post, and also has the characteristics of a star. But I wonder what it\u2019s like to be a lover of someone who goes around looking good. I think I\u2019d be likely to worry if they keep going out all the time. I myself would back away. But then there\u2019s Yuki Mori. Everyone looks at that couple and admits Kodai is the only one for Yuki, and Yuki is the only one for Kodai. I have no choice but to believe it, so I perform it!<\/p>\n Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> Yuki plays an important role in Chapter 3. What is your favorite scene?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> Her appearance in Episode 8 is an important point, including her hairstyle and costume. And in Episode 7 she is reflected only for a moment without my voice, so please look for that scene. (Laughs)<\/p>\n Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> I\u2019m also very anxious about Chapter 4. What do you expect in terms of future development?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> How about a spinoff with the Yamato<\/em> females? (Laughs) In 2199<\/em> they talked about their troubles in the bath, and I\u2019ll be glad if there\u2019s such a scene that makes me feel relief. It doesn\u2019t have to be in the main story, but it would be good on a bonus drama CD. The main enemy is too strong, and I\u2019m very anxious about how Yamato<\/em> will fight them, so I’m tense all the time. Also, I always gravitate toward Hijikata\u2019s lines, and I feel the soul of Yamato<\/em> very much from that place. I think those who watch it also expect that. And I\u2019m looking forward to the music side as well.<\/p>\n Interviewer:<\/em><\/span> What does the work called Space Battleship Yamato<\/em> mean to you?<\/p>\n Kuwashima:<\/em><\/span> I think it\u2019s a work and it\u2019s a role that must be met by mobilizing all the experience I\u2019ve had doing various characters as a voice actor. The work will suffer if we don\u2019t tackle it with such a feeling, and I definitely want it to rise to the level of a masterpiece. As long as I\u2019m involved with Yamato<\/em>, I take the lines seriously and want to perform with no regrets at voice recordings every day. It would be nice if those feelings propel the soul of the work just a little.<\/p>\n
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