Who is the voice actress for MEM-cho in "Oshi no Ko"? An in-depth analysis of how Rumi Ōkubo voices this little devil-type YouTuber
ANIHK 編輯部In the phenomenal anime "Oshi no Ko," the new "B-Komachi" member MEM Chō quickly became a beloved character among fans with her lively and cute image and strong social media operation skills. She wears little devil horns, appearing innocent and carefree, but in reality, she is thoughtful and meticulous. The one who breathes life into this charming character is the talented Japanese voice actress—Rumi Ōkubo.
Perfect Voice Acting: How Rumi Ōkubo Portrays MEM Chō's Dual Charm
In the story, MEM Chō is a YouTuber who lies about her age, presenting herself as an 18-year-old active high school girl, while her actual age is 25. This setting requires the voice actress not only to showcase the character's lively, slightly "devilish" influencer persona but also to appropriately reveal the maturity, gentleness, and consideration of the "older member" within the team.
Rumi Ōkubo excelled at this task. Using a slightly playful and sweet voice, she perfectly captured MEM Chō's YouTuber persona, allowing the audience to immediately feel her approachability. At the same time, when the plot demands it, her tone can become steady, showing MEM Chō's inner resilience and understanding as someone who works hard for her family and dreams. In interviews, Rumi Ōkubo also mentioned that she believes MEM Chō is a character who deeply understands how to care for others and acts for their sake, and this gentleness was a key focus of her portrayal.
