In Japan, voice actresses are as popular as music idols, fashion models, and gravure idols. Despite only displaying their vocal talents on the screen, fans adore these ladies, and it’s why so many of them have developed lucrative side lines in event appearances and photo books.
Rikako Aida (逢田梨香子) is one examples of a voice actress. Previously known by the stage name Rikako Ito, she is now 31 years old and entering jukujo territory (despite her eternally youthful elfin looks, but this hasn’t diminished her fandom.
Also a singer, Aida is is best know for her role as Riko Sakurauchi in the Love Live! Sunshine!! franchise.
In late March, she will release a new photo book, following a previous one in 2018. It was shot in Nagasaki features the alluring idol wrapped in a towel while enjoying the hot springs in the region.
A few preview images from the as-yet untitled photo book have been released.
