AS ONE: Anime Film Adds Four New Voice Stars

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The official website of the anime film AS ONE announced today the addition of four new members to the voice cast, in addition to the already confirmed Ruki Shiroiwa (member of JO1), who will play the male lead Yoh.


Among the new additions is Haruka Shiraishi (Reiko Kujirai in KOWLOON GENERIC ROMANCE), who will give life to Rako, a young robot mechanic who resides on the floating planet MeguriboshiShunsuke Takeuchi (Alexander Yamato in KING OF PRISM) will play Vigo, a member of Team Purgard and a brotherly figure to Rako.



Yoko Hikasa (Mio Akiyama in K-ON!) will play Kizana, an enigmatic key investigator in the story. Finally, Ryuhei Maruyama, a member of the group SUPER EIGHT (formerly Kanjani Eight), will make his debut as a voice actor playing Leroy, Rako's father.


Ryuhei Maruyama's acting debut


At 41 years old, Ryuhei Maruyama launches himself into the world of voice acting for the first time. In his own words: "I'm happy to have had the opportunity to experience something totally new in my career. Participating in a modern Japanese anime film with such a high standard demanded a lot of courage from me. The main themes of this story are 'connecting emotions' and 'believing in yourself'. Although this was my debut, my character required particular acting skills. It's an enigmatic role, both as a person and in the story itself. I hope you enjoy this mysterious but warm film."


A high-caliber team and a history with roots in gaming


AS ONE will be released in Japanese theaters on August 22, 2025 (UTC+2). The direction is in charge of Kobun Shizuno, known for his work in the Detective Conan film saga. The character design is in the hands of Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (Neon Genesis EvangelionThe Girl Who Jumped Through Time), while the mechanical design is led by Ippei Gyoubu (Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded OrphansGundam: The Witch from Mercury).


The film is based on Square Enix's arcade game Starwing Paradox, released in Japan in November 2018. AS ONE will act as a prequel set 20 years before the events of the game, offering a new perspective to the original universe.

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