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Learn voice acting from a pro | RD, a voice acting agency in the Animate Group | 1-1.5 hours | Regularly held (Ikebukuro, Tokyo)
Diverse participants and a friendly Japanese guide welcoming them to the professional voice acting studio in Ikebukuro, excited for their anime dubbing experience.
The spacious, professional recording studio in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, featuring multiple microphones, audio equipment, and seating ready for voice acting workshops.
Learn voice acting from a pro | RD, a voice acting agency in the Animate Group | 1-1.5 hours | Regularly held (Ikebukuro, Tokyo)
Diverse participants in a Tokyo voice acting studio, attentively listening to the professional instructor's guidance before practicing their lines.
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Learn voice acting from a pro | RD, a voice acting agency in the Animate Group | 1-1.5 hours | Regularly held (Ikebukuro, Tokyo)

Japan-Kanto , Tokyo , Ikebukuro
5.0Excellent
Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)
Duration:1 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語 / 中文
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
Experience authentic voice acting from professional voice actors in Ikebukuro, a mecca for subculture!
- Voice actors belonging to "RD," a voice acting agency within the Animate Group, will serve as instructors.
・You can learn voice acting techniques directly using the same equipment and environment as in actual recording studios.

Photos and videos are allowed during the experience! Capture your memories on camera!
You are free to film them as they fully immerse themselves in their voice acting roles, facing the microphone, and enjoying themselves.
・Guaranteed to be Instagram-worthy! Be sure to capture the experience of being in a professional studio, a special space, in videos and photos.
*We may ask you to take precautions to ensure that the instructor's face is not visible in your photos. Further details will be provided by the guide on the day of the event.

[Optional] Create a unique "voice" for you. Professionally edited data is available for purchase. For those who wish, we will sell you special audio data mixed by a professional operator using your voice (optional). The data will be delivered at a later date.
・Get a one-of-a-kind premium animation that comes to life with your voice!

*For an additional fee, we can accommodate private bookings for families and friends. If the scheduled date is inconvenient, we may be able to arrange an alternative date. Please contact us for details.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Product Info

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

This is an experiential program where you can learn directly from currently active voice actors.
You will learn the basics of voice acting, such as how to stand in front of the microphone, how to hold the script, and tips for matching your voice to the video.
Choose your favorite character and try recording while receiving advice from professionals.
・Don't worry if you don't speak Japanese! Our guides will interpret and provide careful support with intonation and emotional expression.
◯ A one-of-a-kind, moving experience created together with the participants - a unique sense of unity is born among participants through the interactions between 3 to 6 characters.
Overcome the thrilling and suspenseful tension and give your voice to the characters!
Experience the sense of accomplishment and emotion you feel when your teammates come together and a scene from the anime is completed!
◯ A professional studio recording experience: Approximately 75 minutes. Includes lecture and warm-up by a professional voice actor, microphone practice, acting instruction, and recording by a professional operator. You will try recording 3-4 scenes.
・Commemorative photos & reflections◯ Photography is allowed! Enjoy feeling like a voice actor.・You are free to take photos of the practice sessions and inside the studio.
Enjoy capturing a scene that feels just like a real voice acting debut, while taking photos with your friends and family.
◯ [Option] Capture your memories. You can purchase professional-grade recording data. The audio from your recording session, edited by an operator, will be sent to you via email at a later date. Many participants purchase this as a memento of their trip!
You can rewatch the animation, where the character moves in sync with your voice, anytime, anywhere.
・If you wish to do so, please select it from the options when making your reservation.

*For an additional fee, we can accommodate private bookings for families and friends. If the scheduled date is inconvenient, we may be able to arrange an alternative date. Please contact us for details.

Intro

What You Can Expect

Duration: 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

1 Day

  • Meet in front of Animate Ikebukuro main store. Your guide will be waiting with a sign that says "Abracadabra Tours." Your guide will be in cosplay, so you should be able to find him easily!
    Meet in front of Animate Ikebukuro main store. Your guide will be waiting with a sign that says "Abracadabra Tours." Your guide will be in cosplay, so you should be able to find him easily!
  • A studio in a place like this?! We will guide you through a secret route that can only be accessed on this tour!
  • A full-scale studio used by professionals for recording! You have to take off your shoes before entering the studio!
    Diverse participants and a friendly Japanese guide welcoming them to the professional voice acting studio in Ikebukuro, excited for their anime dubbing experience.
  • First, the guide will give you a lecture on the things to be careful of in the studio and the program contents, so even first-timers can participate with confidence.
    First, the guide will give you a lecture on the things to be careful of in the studio and the program contents, so even first-timers can participate with confidence.
  • The guide will be there to support you throughout the program, so it's okay if you don't understand Japanese!
    The guide will be there to support you throughout the program, so it's okay if you don't understand Japanese!
  • Now, let's introduce today's instructor! I'm excited to see what kind of lesson it will be!
    Participants interact with the sound engineer through the studio window, gaining insight into the professional recording process in Ikebukuro.
  • First, let's warm up! Once you've been taught how to use your voice, it's time to actually try it out!
    First, let's warm up! Once you've been taught how to use your voice, it's time to actually try it out!
  • Sing it loud and from your stomach! Everyone, this is great!
    Diverse participants in a Tokyo voice acting studio, attentively listening to the professional instructor's guidance before practicing their lines.
  • Your teacher will give you some helpful advice!
    Your teacher will give you some helpful advice!
  • The teacher will give a lecture on the script. It will be revealed how to record voice into silent images...?! Please look forward to the program to find out the secret...!
    The teacher will give a lecture on the script. It will be revealed how to record voice into silent images...?! Please look forward to the program to find out the secret...!
  • We will practice together while looking at the script! Don't be shy, try speaking out loud!
    We will practice together while looking at the script! Don't be shy, try speaking out loud!
  • Standing in front of the microphone, it's time to practice! Everyone is serious!
    Standing in front of the microphone, it's time to practice! Everyone is serious!
  • Professional operators will also assist you with adjusting the equipment! You'll feel like a real voice actor!
    Professional operators will also assist you with adjusting the equipment! You'll feel like a real voice actor!
  • The teacher demonstrates how to do it! "Ohhh!" erupts in cheers!
    The teacher demonstrates how to do it! "Ohhh!" erupts in cheers!
  • After practicing a few times, it was finally time to record! It was a tense moment!
    After practicing a few times, it was finally time to record! It was a tense moment!
  • Put your thoughts into your voice and breathe life into your characters!
    Put your thoughts into your voice and breathe life into your characters!
  • Let's listen to our own voices right there! "Oh, so that's what my voice sounds like?!"
    Engaged participants attentively seated, observing and learning from the professional voice acting instructors during their workshop in Tokyo.
  • It's fun to have the character move in sync with your voice!
    A focused participant practices voice acting, reading a script into a microphone while watching an animated scene during the Tokyo workshop.
  • The program ended in a flash. Thank you, teacher!
    Participants and instructors respectfully bowing in the studio, marking the successful conclusion of the immersive voice acting workshop in Ikebukuro.

Purchase Notice

*After you make a reservation, we will reconfirm the studio and instructor's schedules to finalize your booking. Please note that we may need to suggest a different date if a recording is suddenly scheduled or if recording adjustments are being made.
English and Chinese language support is available. Please select your preferred language when making your reservation.
• The tour will proceed with a minimum of 3 participants. In case of cancellation, we will contact you at least 3 days in advance and issue a full refund. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to check the number of participants.
• Target age: 7 years and older. *Children aged 7-11 must be accompanied by a guardian.
• Access to the studio on the second floor is via stairs. Please note that there are no elevators or escalators.
• The program may be combined with other programs offered by our company.

Includes/Excludes

  • Consumption tax
  • English guide
  • Venue fee
  • Experience fee
  • Other costs not listed

Reminders

  • If you do not arrive at the meeting place by the designated time, it will be considered a no-show and a cancellation fee will be charged.

  • ・We are not responsible for any accidents or injuries that may occur to participants during this program (however, if we are found to be at fault, we will compensate for direct and ordinary damages up to the amount of the program participation fee). If you wish to purchase insurance to prepare for any accidents or injuries, please do so at your own discretion.

  • There is limited space for luggage. Please store large items such as suitcases in lockers and refrain from bringing them on board.

  • Please bring a drink as we will be using our voices. (You are welcome to hydrate as needed in the studio, but eating is prohibited.)

  • • The recording studio contains equipment used for actual recordings. Please refrain from touching it.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Meeting Point

Location Name: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store

Address: 1-20-7 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
How to Get There
5 minutes walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 3 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 60% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

FAQ

1. What does the Animate Group RD voice acting program involve for beginners?

The Animate Group RD voice acting program offers a hands-on experience led by professional voice actors. Participants learn fundamental techniques like pronunciation, intonation, and emotional expression. You will choose a character role, record lines in a professional studio, and bring anime characters to life with your voice. This experience provides a full-fledged introduction for those new to voice acting.

2. Is the Animate Group RD voice acting experience in Ikebukuro suitable for all ages and experience levels?

Yes, the Animate Group RD voice acting experience is designed to be accessible for a wide range of participants, including beginners with no prior voice acting or Japanese language experience. It is open to foreign tourists visiting Japan and Japanese residents. The program focuses on making the experience enjoyable and educational for everyone, regardless of age or background.

3. Do participants need to understand Japanese to fully engage in the Animate Group RD voice acting program?

No, participants do not need to understand Japanese. The program includes a dedicated English guide who provides real-time translation and support throughout the lesson. While the lines to be recorded are in simple Japanese, pronunciation and expression are practiced together. All scripts and key materials are primarily in English, ensuring a smooth and comprehensible experience for non-Japanese speakers.

4. What kind of guidance do professional voice actors provide during the Animate Group RD experience?

Professional voice actors guide participants through every step of the recording process. They provide unique lectures, offer expert tips on vocal techniques, teach proper pronunciation, intonation, and how to effectively convey emotions through voice. The instructors ensure a supportive learning environment, helping participants practice and refine their performance before recording in the actual studio.

5. How can I book the Animate Group RD voice acting program in Tokyo?

You can conveniently book the Animate Group RD voice acting program through KKday. Booking through KKday allows you to easily view available dates and secure your spot in advance, ensuring a hassle-free reservation process for this popular experience. Private bookings for families and friends can also be arranged through KKday for an additional fee, offering flexible scheduling options.

6. What unique take-home items do participants receive after the Animate Group RD voice acting experience?

After completing the Animate Group RD voice acting experience, participants will receive their recorded audio performance as digital files. This allows you to cherish and share your voice acting debut, reflecting the professional studio experience. It's a unique souvenir that captures your moment of bringing an anime character to life with your own voice.

7. What insights into the Japanese voice acting industry can be gained from the Animate Group RD program?

The Animate Group RD program, led by an active professional voice actor, offers a direct glimpse into the Japanese voice acting industry. Participants receive lectures unique to the profession, learning about the demands and artistry involved. This experience provides valuable context about how professional voice actors work and contribute to the subculture, fostering a deeper appreciation for anime and voice acting.

8. Where is the Animate Group RD voice acting studio located in Ikebukuro, Tokyo?

The Animate Group RD voice acting studio is situated in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, a renowned hub for subculture. For an added sense of adventure and privacy, participants are guided to the studio via a "secret route." While the exact address isn't publicly disclosed to maintain this unique experience, the meeting point is conveniently located within Ikebukuro, ensuring easy access for participants.

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