by Voice actress Masako Nozawa (87) took the podium on the 1st at the presentation ceremony for the 71st Kikuchi Kan Award, which is given to individuals and organizations that have made creative achievements in cultural activities such as literature, film/theatre, newspapers, and broadcasting.
Nozawa is a pioneer representing Japanese voice actors, starting with his appearance in the first domestically produced TV animation series ” Astro Boy ” in 1963 and going on to play leading roles in famous works such as ” GeGeGe no Kitaro,” ” Galaxy Express 999″ and “Dragon Ball.” The selection was because it continues to be loved by generations.
In her speech, Nozawa said, I’m surprised to hear my name called. I’m so happy to have received such an outstanding award, but I think there’s probably someone more deserving than me.” Although she was pleased, she remained humble. Said the words. In the end, Nozawa declared that she loves her job as a voice actress.” Regarding the future, ” “I plan to live until I’m 182 years old.”
The number “182” came out of nowhere, but I immensely like it. I want to live until I’m 182 years old, and I want to live until I’m 182 years old so that everyone can hear it. I want to continue speaking the language,” he said. This award was established in 1952 to commemorate the achievements of novelist and founder of Bungeishunju, Hiroshi Kikuchi, in various areas of Japanese culture.
This award is given to individuals and organizations with creative achievements in cultural activities such as literature, film/theatre, newspapers, and broadcasting. Other award winners this time include Mr. Nizaemon Kataoka 15th, Mr. Hideki Kuriyama, the Shinano Mainichi Shimbun newspaper’s Mobius of Five Colors” reporting team, and NHK’sCentury of Image Butterfly Effect.”
The selection advisors were Sawako Agawa, Akira Ikegami, Masayasu Hosaka, and Takeshi Yoro. Also on stage at the presentation ceremony were Keigo Higashino (65), who received the award, and Keiichi Ozawa, a reporter for the Tokyo Shimbun.
