Jun Miruno is a Japanese voice actress, singer (active as "miru"), and a voice physical trainer. She is known for her versatility across anime, games, and dubbing, bringing energy and heartfelt emotion to every project. Miruno, originally from Nara Prefecture, has a background in musical theater and gospel singing before breaking into the voice acting industry in the mid-2000s. Outside of her professional life, she is recognized for her resilience in overcoming personal challenges and for her dedication to holistic wellness and communication skills.
Born on September 14, 1981, in Nara Prefecture, Jun Miruno (real name: Jun Kan-no) developed her interest in performing arts from a young age. She attended Osaka University of the Arts, studying in the Department of Performing Arts with a focus on acting and directing. As a child in 1991, she appeared as Tessie in the musical "Annie," an experience that laid the foundation for her skills in acting, dance, and singing.
Miruno’s career is a tapestry of diverse activities.
She began singing gospel in high school after responding to a newspaper call for choir members, performing under the mentorship of renowned names such as Lanny Lacker and Maiko Tashino.
In 2003, she won the "Gospel Awards 2003 - Best New Artist" prize.
Feeling she had accomplished what she wanted in gospel, Miruno moved to Tokyo and started her journey in voice acting in 2005.
Her notable anime roles include the voice of Maple Syrup-sensei in "Pururun! Shizuku-chan," Lumie Takaoka in "True Tears," and Nicole in "Kamiwaza Wanda," among others.
She is also active in web animations, drama CDs, and stage plays, consistently bringing a lively touch to her characters.
In games, Miruno has lent her voice to a wide variety of characters, such as Spica Neill in the "Ar tonelico" series, Valeria in "Agarest War," and Iroha in "Samurai Spirits."
Her dubbing works include prominent Western films ("Beauty and the Beast," "Nerve") and series ("The Bridge," "Vikings").
As a singer, under the name "miru," her repertoire includes songs for games and albums, with a focus on J-POP and game music.
She was also a member of Cy-Rim rev. (2005-2010), and contributed lyrics for other artists.
After being affiliated with Kekke Corporation, she became a freelancer before joining the entertainment agency Chatando in July 2024.
- Best New Artist at the Gospel Awards 2003.
- Extensive portfolio in anime, games, dubbing, and music releases.
- Notable involvement in both performing and writing (lyrics) in the Japanese entertainment industry.
Jun Miruno announced her marriage and the birth of her son in January 2016.
She prefers to keep much of her family life private but often shares positive glimpses through her blog and social media.
Miruno loves English conversation, cooking, Korean language and music, and gaming.
Her specialties include gospel singing, calligraphy, skiing, vocals, piano, and swimming.
She is certified as a psychological counselor and holds an RYT200 Yoga Alliance certification.
Throughout her school years, Miruno struggled with communication difficulties and later faced challenges with depression and panic disorder after moving to Tokyo.
She has since earned credentials in counseling and actively works to support others facing similar issues.
- Her nickname is "Miru-Miru," reflecting her cheerful and approachable personality.
- Miruno began as a musical theater actress before moving into voice acting and singing.
- She is passionate about holistic wellness and voice-based physical training.
She maintains a vibrant web presence, including an official website, social media accounts, and is involved in content creation through platforms like Lit.link and Note.
Miruno participated in the 2024 stage play "Pericles," demonstrating her ongoing commitment to live performance.
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