Chinami Hashimoto is a talented and versatile voice actress from Nagano, Japan, and is affiliated with VIMS. Since her debut in 2014, Chinami has brought to life numerous beloved characters in anime, video games, and radio dramas. She's best known for her roles in hits like "Recently, My Sister is Unusual," "Prison School," "Lostorage incited WIXOSS," and "Uma Musume Pretty Derby." Warmly nicknamed Chinamin or Chii-chan by her fans, she stands out for her genuine love of radio and her quirky, approachable personality that resonates with both colleagues and fans alike.
Chinami Hashimoto was born on July 17, 1992, in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
From a young age, she was captivated by anime, particularly after attending a concert for "Di Gi Charat," which inspired her to become a voice actress.
Her admiration for that experience marked the beginning of her journey into the voice acting world.
She attended and graduated from the Japan Narration Acting Institute, laying a strong foundation for her acting skills.
Chinami is known to be diligent, having obtained various qualifications such as a secretary certification and a standard driving license.
She describes herself as an enthusiastic fan of radio, preferring to absorb the sounds of her environment when out and about rather than listening to music exclusively through earphones.
Chinami's career took off in 2014 when she made her main role debut as Mitsuki Kanzaki in "Recently, My Sister is Unusual."
Since then, she's voiced a wide range of characters—many of which are central roles.
Notable anime roles include Chiyo Kurihara in "Prison School," Suzuko Homura in "Lostorage incited WIXOSS," and Fine Motion in "Uma Musume Pretty Derby."
She continued to gain recognition through roles in "Magical Girl Site Asuka," "Extreme Hearts," "Azur Lane" (as Prince of Wales), and many others.
Her career isn't just limited to anime; she has contributed her voice to various popular games such as "Princess Connect! Re:Dive" (as Eriko), "Fire Emblem Heroes," "Azur Lane," and "Uma Musume Pretty Derby."
Chinami has also been active in radio, podcasting, live events, and drama CDs—she loves sharing her passion for radio with her listeners.
She continues to be a familiar voice in the anime and gaming worlds, frequently invited to be the main or supporting cast for major franchises.
Within her agency, VIMS, Chinami is part of a close-knit group alongside Sho Nogami, Taku Yashiro, Minami Shinoda, and Asuna Tomari.
She has a particularly strong friendship with freelance announcer Momoka Saito, and they often interact on radio shows and social media.
In May 2025, Chinami announced her marriage to the delight of her fans.
She shared the joyful news on her social media, expressing her gratitude for being blessed with a wonderful partner.
Chinami is affectionately known as "Chinamin" or "Chii-chan" to fans and friends.
Her hobbies include listening to music and radio, as well as swimming, which she considers both a leisure activity and a talent.
She is passionate about radio, claiming to follow some programs from their first episodes.
Among her favorite programs is "Yobun no Koto," which she never misses.
She holds a certification in secretarial skills (Grade 2) and a driving license.
Her typing speed is impressive, scoring over 1000 points in the Key Touch 2000 test.
She believes in being attentive to the world around her, often going outdoors without using headphones to better observe her surroundings.
Chinami's love for radio shows is so strong that she launched her own jam sessions revolving around radio as the main theme.
She often appears on radio shows with a cheerful and spontaneous demeanor, quickly endearing herself to listeners.
Her first major anime audition landed her a main role—an unusual feat in the industry.
Chinami's dedication to her craft includes not only voice acting but involvement in stage events, internet broadcasts, and CD releases.
She's a part of various music projects, performing character songs and theme tracks for the series she stars in.
She's known for her quirky sense of humor and sincere communication style, making her a favorite among fans and industry colleagues.
Chinami's expanding repertoire includes theater animation, web anime, OVAs, dubbing, character songs, and even appearances in pachinko and slot machine games.
She also lends her voice to commercial content, such as LINE stamps and promotional videos.
Her approachable nature and steady growth continue to cement her reputation as a rising star in the Japanese voice acting scene.
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