Rie Murakawa

Rie Murakawa is a talented voice actress, singer, and radio personality hailing from Saitama Prefecture, Japan. She is associated with the talent agency Haikyō and has made a significant impact in the world of anime through her diverse roles. Notable characters she has portrayed include Hotaru Ichijō in the beloved series Non Non Biyori, Escha Malier in Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky, Ram in the popular Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World, and Anzu in Hinamatsuri.

Murakawa embarked on her music career with her solo debut on June 1, 2016, releasing the double A-side single "Sweet Sensation/Baby, My First Kiss" under the Nippon Columbia label. Her engaging presence also shines in the realm of radio, where she has hosted programs such as Etotama Radio ~ Soruraru Kure Nya! ~ and Non Non Biyori Web Radio Non Non Dayori Repeat!. Her efforts in radio earned her recognition at the 2nd Aniraji Awards in 2016, where she won accolades for Best Funny Radio (Rookie) and Best Comfort Radio (General). Following her initial success, she released her first solo album in January 2017, followed by her second album in February 2018, further solidifying her artistic versatility and popularity in the entertainment industry.