I'd read that Takagaki Ayahi (Noe in True Tears) was supposed to be a fan of pro wrestling, but now she is going to co-host a wrestling-focused radio program.The show is called "Hustle Every Night" (夜ナ夜ナハッスル), and is produced by a wrestling group called "Hustle Fighting Opera." The purpose of the show is to cater to female and young fans. The group photo shows her with her co-host, the president of the wrestling group (a wrestler himself), and the group's "PR lady."I've been disappointed that Takagaki-san is not getting more roles, but at least here she has a chance to make a bit of money. I thought she was outstanding as a voice and as an actress both in True Tears and in Da Capo II Second Season (in which she played Otome).A number of seiyuu are said to be fans of pro wrestling, but I always thought that was a bit of a joke. Perhaps not.I found this info on her blog, where I was looking at a charming photo of her standing on the breakwater that features so prominently in True Tears. She was on a visit to Toyama, where the anime was set. Ayahime in real life appears to be a tiny dynamo.This fall, Ayahime has two comparatively minor roles, one in Gundam00, and one in Kyou no Go no Ni (Today in Class 5-2).
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