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Yuki Kaji’s acceptance speech for Best Leading Actor in the 7th Seiyu Awards

“I am Yuki Kaji and I have been awarded Best Leading Actor. It is an unimaginable honour to me and I’m overjoyed. I have had numerous opportunities to play many wonderful roles in the past year. This year just about marks the tenth year since I began voice acting. It was only a few years ago that I was at a period where I was unable to focus on acting and simply ate a lot. The thought that I would even receive such an award is a surprise to myself. It fills me with joy.

I had thought about what I should say today but could not think of anything befitting of this award. Instead what came to mind were the characters I have played. Most of them shared a common trait, which is how they were unable to do anything by themselves but by bonding with the many wonderful people around them they’re able to acquire unbelievable powers. I thought about how often I’ve played such people.

That trait is something that also applies to myself. Just like them I can’t do anything on my own and have little confidence in myself. However I am also surrounded by magnificent people, a fact this award has once again made me realise. Which is why I will accept this award on their behalf as I feel that it rightfully belongs to them. As such, please allow me to show my gratitude towards them.

To all my seniors, colleagues, juniors and also the people behind the works I have been in, family, friends and lastly everyone who showed faith and support towards an unconfident person such as myself, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Congratulations on winning Best Leading Actor.

From here on I will continue giving my all and try my very best. Thank you so much for today!”