Voice actors' comments after recording for the third and final chapter of "Initial D" have arrived!　Casting of Mako and Sayuki also revealed!

Voice actor comments for the final chapter of the anime film "Initial D," which will be released on February 6, 2016, have arrived.

Initial D" is an anime film based on the popular manga (author: Shuichi Shigeno), which was serialized in Weekly Young Magazine from 1995 to 2013 and has sold a total of 48.6 million copies of its 48 comics. The main character, who has the mark of a "young leaf," drives his father's old Hachi Roku (AE86 Sprinter Treno), which is owned by his father who runs a tofu shop, and engages in heated public road battles with other drivers from all over the country with his amazing drift driving skills... The story is told in 4 TV series + 1 movie version + several OVAs from 1998 to 2012. The series was a huge hit from 1998 to 2012, with four TV series, one theater version, and several OVAs produced. The new film version is produced by Sanzigen and Raidenfilm, which are known for their CG production techniques, and all the sounds of the cars in the film are reproduced by professional racing drivers. In addition, the cast has been completely redesigned to depict the battle between the "Rotary Takahashi Brothers" (older brother Ryosuke: FC3S RX-7 / younger brother Keisuke: FD3S RX-7), who claim to be the fastest in the Gunma area, and the main character Takumi Fujiwara, in a three-part series.

Voice actor comments for "Legend3-Yumegensen," which will be released on February 6, 2016, have now arrived. The cast members, who have witnessed the fateful battle, are sending out messages of excitement. In addition, the new cast members have also been released. Mako Sato is played by Yumi Hara and Sayuki by Kaya Okuno, who are the female duo of Mako and Sayuki, who drive the Silwatee.

--What are your impressions after the postrecording of "Lgend3-Yumegen-"?
Mamoru Miyano (Takumi Fujiwara): I feel a sense of accomplishment and loneliness as this third installment of the newly launched "Initial D" comes to an end, and I am very deeply moved. Our team strength and unity have grown tremendously, and I think we were able to complete the "Initial D" with an atmosphere that only we could create. It was really, really fun.
Daisuke Ono (Ryosuke Takahashi): Up until now, the Ryosuke I knew was a man who kept his passion inside. With this legend3, I have the feeling that this passion has been materialized all at once. A dream into reality. Men who pursue the "realization of dreams. They were just so passionate.
Yuichi Nakamura (Keisuke Takahashi): This time I recorded with Daisuke Ono. Actually, it was the first time for me to work with another actor, so I was especially happy that it was Ono-san playing Ryosuke. We spent a lot of time recording and it was a wonderful experience.
Marei Uchida (played by Natsuki Mogi): We didn't get to see each other very often in the second episode, but this time, whenever we went on a date, they seemed to be having fun in their own way, which made me happy too. This is the third time for me to record the scene, and I'm getting more and more addicted to Takumi-kun's absentmindedness. I'm getting more and more addicted to Takumi's dazed mood.
Minoru Shiraishi (Takeshi Takeuchi): I am half happy to have made it to the end, and half sad that it is already over. The recording sessions are still full of men who are all like a Han Festival, and in many ways it's a hot scene, but I'm very emotional thinking that I won't be able to experience this heat any more.
Junichi Suwabe (Takeshi Nakazato): I am enjoying the pleasant feeling of fatigue after a hot battle. It's like a cooled engine that has been turned off and is now cooling down...that is the cool down feeling.
Shuhei Sakaguchi (Shingo Shoji): My favorite title! It was fun! I love sports cars! I want to drive an RWD sports car with a manual transmission! I want to switch... No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no...! I'm going to have to change... No, no, no, no, no, no, no! Someday! ...something like this (laughs)...
Dai Tsuchida (who plays Koichiro Ikeya): I feel a deep sense of accomplishment after finishing the recording of this work, which marks a major milestone. I would like to thank all the cast and crew who put their passion into this work and took on the challenge. Thank you very much!
Tomoyuki Shimura (Yuichi Tachibana): Well, it was a hot scene with lots of guys...well, only guys, and only Bunta was involved (laughs)! It was a hot scene!
Anri Katsu (Kenji): It had not been that long since the last recording, but I was happy to be able to record with this group again. At the same time, it was the last episode of the trilogy, so I felt a sense of loneliness as if it was the last episode.
Yumi Hara (Mako Sato): I did the recording with Kana Okuno (Sasetsu), and the sound director, Mr. Shimizu, was very attentive in directing us. I played the role with an awareness of the perfect balance between Mako and Sasetsu.
Kaya Okuno (who plays Sayuki): I was surprised when she asked me, "Do you want some pudding from Fujiwara Tofu Shop? I was surprised to be asked "Do you want some pudding from Fujiwara Tofu Store? When we started postrecording, the atmosphere tightened and we learned a lot from her detailed guidance on the nuances of each line of dialogue. I got the image of a "no-compromise studio," so I was very happy when the sound director gave me the OK after I had said the lines over and over again.

--Please tell us about your impressions of the characters you play.
Mamoru Miyano (Takumi Fujiwara): After "Legend 1" and "Legend 2," there was a big change in Takumi's attitude toward running and as a "runner. And now, in "Legend 3," he is thinking about a new "change. And finally, when he meets his strong enemy, Ryosuke Takahashi, his thoughts are confirmed... Sorry I can't go into details because it would be a spoiler, and I'm sorry for being so abstract... (smiles) But.., Takumi definitely grows throughout this trilogy.
Daisuke Ono (Ryosuke Takahashi): As I mentioned earlier, I thought Ryosuke was the type of person who keeps his passion hidden, but he is someone who has been burning with passion for cars from the very beginning. That passion never changes. It has always been maxed out. This is the moment when it finally comes out. He is bold and bold with his thoughts and feelings. Intellectually and intensely. I was just on fire.
Yuichi Nakamura (Keisuke Takahashi): Keisuke is different from Takumi in that he grows from his defeat, and in the original story, he has a sort of "hero" side to him.
Marei Uchida (played by Natsuki Mogi): She is a little more mature than Takumi-kun and plays with him, but I was impressed that the two of them became closer this time and the atmosphere in which they were talking was much closer.
Minoru Shiraishi (who plays Takeuchi Ji): Ji is a cheerful and energetic character with intense ups and downs in his emotions, and is often called "noisy" during the recording (laugh). I think he really loves Takumi, but I was too careful with that part this time, and the sound director said "That makes him sound like a lover" and gave me a no-no (laugh).
Junichi Suwabe (Takeshi Nakazato): After a defeat, you truly recognize its strength. Nakazato in this trilogy was a warrior-like man.
Shuhei Sakaguchi (Shingo Shoji): After being defeated by Takumi in the previous film and saved by the SS members, I have become a Takumi fan (lol), but he still has a strong sense of humor...he was very tongue in cheek (lol).
Dai Tsuchida (played by Koichiro Ikeya): We recorded three films over a period of three years, but not much time passed in the film. It is a secret that I would like to do my best without turning it into a self-service station.
Tomoyuki Shimura (Yuichi Tachibana): Tachibana and Bunta also remind me of my youth when I saw Takumi and his friends. I thought it was kind of nice to be a local.
Anri Katsu (played by Kenji): I think Kenji was strongly inspired by Takumi, who was just a junior in his hometown, but then he woke up to running. As a result, both as a team and as individuals, their ambition to run rose, and I think the unity of the Speedsters also increased.
Yumi Hara (Mako Sato): Mako is a neat and honest girl. She and Saki's personalities are perfectly balanced, and I think they make a great duo! I think the gap between Mako in the original story and Mako in battle is even more appealing!
Kaya Okuno (Sasetsu): When I first saw Sasetsu's dialogue and pictures, I had the impression that she was a strong and mature woman. However, during the postrecording session, I was instructed to make her more manly and rough, and it took me a long time to express that "roughness" in my voice and acting. I thought they made a good pair because of the difference in character from the girlish Mako.

--What do you want people to pay attention to in the third feature film "Legend 3"?
Mamoru Miyano (Takumi Fujiwara): When Takumi fights Ryosuke, who has absolute strength, his passion explodes like never before! The battle scenes that push him to the edge of his limits are, of course, a highlight of the show! And one more thing to note... this time, there are plenty of date scenes with Natsuki! There are also plenty of date scenes with Natsuki! (Laughs)
Daisuke Ono (Ryosuke Takahashi): I think it's a bit of a wild guess to single out that one point (laughs)!
Yuichi Nakamura (Keisuke Takahashi): Ryosuke, who has had a strong presence from the time he first appeared, finally battles... Takumi or Ryosuke, whichever one wins,it will definitely be the biggest battle ever. It will be the culmination of the new theatrical version, including visuals and sound, so I hope people will pay attention to it.
Marei Uchida (played by Natsuki Mogi): The fact that she asks the boys if they are competing shows the distance between the two of them. I really like the way she asks if the boys are competing, because I think it shows the distance between the two. I thought it was very realistic that they were having a conversation without understanding each other.
Minoru Shiraishi (who plays the role of Takeshi Takeuchi): The long-awaited battle with Takahashi Ryosuke is naturally a highlight, but the human relationships that have been depicted in the past will come out more carefully. I hope you will once again experience the charm of the Initial D characters.
Junichi Suwabe (Takeshi Nakazato): I think the most notable point is the portrayal of the cars.
Shuhei Sakaguchi (Shingo Shoji): The battle with Ryosuke Takahashi! ...I mean, we didn't record it with a finished picture either, so I want to see it!
Tomoyuki Shimura (Yuichi Tachibana): I guess it's Takumi's change of consciousness.
Dai Tsuchida (played by Koichiro Ikeya): Naturally there are battle scenes in this work, but there are also many scenes depicting the conflicts of the people leading up to the battle scenes, so please pay attention to the atmosphere of the flow, which is a little different from the past.
Anri Katsu (played by Kenji): Of course, the climax of the film is the race with Ryosuke, but there are more conversations than any other part of the trilogy, so I hope you will take the time to see the feelings and backbone of each character.
Yumi Hara (who plays Mako Sato): I think the highlight of the film is the final battle between Takumi and Ryosuke! Watching this movie makes me want to get a driver's license and drive a car! It's such a hot battle that it makes me want to get a driver's license and drive a car!
Kaya Okuno (Sasetsu): Since Mako and Sasetsu pair appeared in the movie, I hope you will pay attention to the scene between them! Also, the car duel scene is really cool, so I want to go see it in the theater and enjoy the realism of it!

--Please give a message to those who are looking forward to seeing the film in theaters on February 6.
Mamoru Miyano (Takumi Fujiwara): The trilogy of the new theatrical version of "Initial D" will finally come to an end. The trilogy will finally come to an end. The staff and cast have put their hearts and souls into creating "Legend3-Yumegen-". Please feel our passion at the theater! Witness our journey! Thank you very much.
Daisuke Ono (Ryosuke Takahashi): We will never disappoint you. Please witness with your own eyes the dreams of the men who devoted everything to cars. I look forward to working with you.
Yuichi Nakamura (Keisuke Takahashi): This is the final film of the new theater version with the Ryosuke battle. However, the "Ini D" series has stood up many times. I believe that it will still continue with your continued support. Please enjoy this film in the theater and give us power for the next one! Thank you very much!
Marei Uchida (played by Natsuki Mogi): This is the last in the trilogy. I hope you will take the time to watch the Initial D, which is loved by everyone, all the way to the end. Thank you very much.
Minoru Shiraishi (played by Tatsuru Takeuchi): We've finally reached this point! The amazing fastest battle at the limit! Please take the time to watch it all the way to the end!
Junichi Suwabe (Takeshi Nakazato): Please enjoy the powerful battle on the big screen and with great sound in the theater. And please be careful when you drive immediately after watching the movie!
Shuhei Sakaguchi (Shingo Shoji): Cars are more than just a practical tool, they are a very attractive hobby, especially for men! I love vehicles, not just cars, and I feel a little sad about the current trend away from cars in Japan. I love cars, and not just cars, but all kinds of vehicles. I want to buy one! It would be great if more people saw Initial D and said, "I want to buy a sports car someday, too!
Tomoyuki Shimura (Yuichi Tachibana): I think that this year's production will be even hotter and more exciting than the last and previous productions. Please enjoy it as much as you can.
Dai Tsuchida (played by Koichiro Ikeya): We all love cars and driving, and I hope we can bring that passion to you. So, please enjoy Legend3 Yumeken!
Anri Katsu (played by Kenji): Finally, the new movie trilogy is complete! The content of the third film is worthy of the third film, so please enjoy it! I hope that everyone will support this trilogy and help us connect it to the next series! Thank you very much for your support!
Yumi Hara (Mako Sato): This is the final chapter of the trilogy, and the battles are very exciting and powerful. I hope you will be able to experience the power of the battles on the big screen in the theater.
Kaya Okuno (Sasetsu): I couldn't believe it when I was chosen to appear in "Initial D." I thought, "I'm going to be in such a famous work? !" I was so happy and nervous that I couldn't stop pounding my chest. During the postrecording, my hands were shaking a little from nervousness, but I did my best to play the role. To those of you who are eagerly awaiting the release of the third installment, I hope you will not only enjoy the story, but also take the time to listen to each and every line of dialogue from the characters and enjoy the world of Initial D! Thank you very much in advance!