Sayaka Ohara

Sayaka Ohara (大原 さやか, Ōhara Sayaka) is a prominent Japanese voice actress, currently associated with the talent agency Haikyō. With an extensive career in voice acting, her most notable performances include Layla Hamilton in the beloved anime Kaleido Star, Yūko Ichihara in the iconic series xxxHolic and its sequel Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicle, and Alicia Florence in the serene fantasy Aria. She is also recognized for her roles as Beatrice in the gripping visual novel Umineko no Naku Koro ni, Milly Ashford in the acclaimed Code Geass, and Erza Scarlet in the popular fantasy series Fairy Tail. Additionally, Ohara has lent her voice to Irisviel in the Fate/Zero and Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya series, as well as the character Gammisers in episodes 27-34 of Kamen Rider Ghost.

Her voice acting talents extend beyond anime; she has contributed to various video games and provided voices for live-action overseas dubbings. Ohara is also an accomplished radio show host, often discussing her voice acting projects and engaging with fans. In recognition of her exceptional work in the industry, she was honored with the Best Supporting Actress award at the 7th Seiyu Awards in 2013, solidifying her status as a respected figure in the realm of voice acting.