Artist Asaka Embraces Gravure Despite Mixed Opinions Surrounding Her Role in Yuru Camp △
Asaka, who sings the theme song for the TV anime "Yuru Can△" and plays the role of Espoir City in the app game "Uma Musume Pretty Derby," has been attracting attention for her first appearance in lingerie in the current issue of FRIDAY.
“I want people to understand the profession of being an anime song singer.”
After nearly two years, your gravure work is creating quite a buzz. How do you feel about the reaction?
“I knew there would be mixed opinions about a singer doing gravure, but this isn’t my first time, and I accepted the offer after considering it in my own way. I didn’t expect such a strong reaction… However, I’m really happy that so many people have complimented me with comments like, ‘So cute!’ and ‘You have a great tummy!’ I see my gravure work as part of my multifaceted activities, with the hope of raising awareness about the profession of being an anime song singer. I hope that those who become interested through this will also want to learn about my side as an artist.”
