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Everyone knows about Tanjiro Kamado fromDemon Slayer, but have you heard about Natsuki Hanae? He is the voice actor behind Tanjiro. They are the less-praised heroes who bring life to fictional characters. Recently, he shared the unexpected journey of theDemon Slayerseries from a promising new series to a global phenomenon.
Hanae reflected on the workings of the anime industry that often lead to the unanticipated nature of audience reception. While Hanae’s faith in the quality ofDemon Slayerwas relentless from the outset, his surprise at its meteoric rise to fame confluence the factors that contributed to an anime reaching global recognition.
Natsuki Hanae’s Journey with Tanjiro Kamado
In an exclusive interview viaTimesEntertainment, Natsuki Hanae shared his thoughts on the series. Even though Hanae trusted in the quality ofDemon Slayer, he was caught off guard by its global fame.
Hanae remarked:
I thought that ‘Kimetsu no Yaiba’ was a really good anime, so of course, I had hoped that it would be a hit… But I never imagined its popularity would reach this level, so sometimes I am still shocked to see how popular it is.
According to him,the core themesof familial love and friendship resonate with fans all over the world. Hanae mostly loves the brother-sister bond betweenTanjiroandNezuko. This acts as a pillar of strength for the series that has struck a chord with viewers worldwide.
Hanae’s voicing of Tanjiro has evolved alongside the character’s evolution. He explained his shift from desperate determination to a more balanced passion and cool-headedness. This was particularly apparent in the Swordsmith Village Arc.
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Speaking about the Swordsmith Village Arc, Hanae expressed his excitement, as it presented the new challenges to Tanjiro.
In the Swordsmith Village Arc, I tried to focus on the sense that he had burning passion in his heart, but he also possessed cool-headedness and space in his mind when he faced adversaries.
This arc not only showcased Tanjiro’s growing mastery of Water Breathing and Hinokami Kagura techniques but also allowed Hanae to explore new depths in his vocal performance.
The Human Touch Behind Tanjiro Kamado’s Voice
Hanae is committed to his craft which shines through his emotional preparation for crucial scenes. When discussing the moment of Nezuko conquering sunlight, he lets out all his emotions through Tanjiro’s feelings.
I focused more on thinking about my own family, my kids, and everyone precious to me so that I could bring myself closer to how Tanjiro was feeling when I played this scene.
Hanae finds immense joy in fan interactions, especially cherishing handwritten letters from young admirers. He keeps remembering the smiles of fans even after their interactions. These kinds of moments have encouraged his performance and the series as a whole.
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With the conclusion of the Hashira Training arc, his fondness towards the series journey was overwhelming. He also encourages fans and viewers to keep supporting the series because without their support the series is nothing.
Demon Slayeris currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.
Akihito Chakma
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Holding a Master’s degree in English, Akihito is a dedicated Content Writer at FandomWire. He has a keen focus on the ongoing anime series, classic series and new releases. With his passion for anime and writing skills, Akihito keeps fans informed and entertained through his work.
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