{"id":890507,"date":"2026-02-06T03:20:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T09:20:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/06\/interview-with-kaf-of-kamitsubaki-city-under-construction\/"},"modified":"2026-02-06T03:20:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T09:20:02","slug":"interview-with-kaf-of-kamitsubaki-city-under-construction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/06\/interview-with-kaf-of-kamitsubaki-city-under-construction\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with KAF of KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Interview with KAF of KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tby Brianna Fox-Priest<\/a>
\n <\/i> August 28, 2025 <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

After our <\/span>interview in October 2024<\/span><\/a>, Otaku USA caught up with KAF about the airing of the new <\/span>KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION<\/span><\/i> anime on Crunchyroll.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read the full interview with KAF to learn more about her creative process and experience on her first anime credit.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a9KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO\/SINKA ANIMATION PROJECT<\/span><\/p>\n

Congratulations on the airing of <\/b>KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION <\/i><\/b>on Crunchyroll and your recent music releases!\u3000<\/b>
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How has the launch of <\/b>KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION <\/i><\/b>been received? How do you and your castmates feel now that the show is finally online for audiences across the globe to watch?<\/b><\/p>\n

Being shared across all manner of media, the story of \u201cKAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION\u201d becoming an anime was, both to KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO and myself as a fledgling voice actor, a massive undertaking. The anime itself has been in the works for years, and it really feels like it\u2019s finally here! Me and my fellow V.W.P members have been deeply moved since its release.<\/span><\/p>\n

With everything going on in the anime every week, I\u2019ve been enjoying watching the reactions from everyone on X and other platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n

What parts of this project did you find most challenging, and which parts do you find most rewarding?<\/b><\/p>\n

It was honestly difficult for me to convey the emotion of \u201cjoy\u201d in a natural way. At first, I was finding myself lost in the unfamiliarity of everything that I had to worry about, but as I slowly began imagining how Kafu as a character would think, the more I was able to think, \u201cThis is how I want it to be heard!\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Unlike when I\u2019m making music, the voice recordings were done as a group, so it almost had to be done in one shot, which was both nerve-wracking and challenging. At the same time, though, there was a feeling of doing this together as a team, which felt very rewarding.<\/span>
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You mentioned in our last interview that you were working towards MCing in English. The Episode 0 Ending Theme Song from V.W.P \u201cChase the Day\u201d is sung completely in English. How did you prepare for the recording?<\/b><\/p>\n

I checked my pronunciation so many times at home, and really tried to figure out what sounded like Japanese-English. When I speak normally, I tend to give priority to conveying my message, and pronunciation usually becomes a secondary concern, but it\u2019s not like that when I\u2019m singing. \u201cChase the Day\u201d is such a lovely ballad with this flowing melody, so I tried my best to make my vocalization with smoothness in mind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you have a favorite song from this series? If so, what about this particular song is your favorite?<\/b><\/p>\n

I love the a cappella performance of \u201cClosing one\u2019s eyes\u201d that plays when Koko embraces Kugel. It\u2019s one of my favorite singing scenes in the series, showcasing the mysterious bond between the Familier and the witch\u2019s daughter, born from their contract, as a simple, warm, loving, and precious relationship. It makes you feel as though there\u2019s a world only the two of them can understand.<\/span><\/p>\n

You also recently released your fourth remix album, \u201cFable \u03b3\u201d, collaborating with 13 artists. What were some of your favorite memories from creating this album? Are there any songs you are particularly excited for people to listen to?<\/b><\/p>\n

Since I didn\u2019t re-record the songs, I don\u2019t have many memories of the actual production of it, but I\u2019m overwhelmed with emotion because Vocaloid producers, alongside other wonderful artists who had been listening to my songs for a long time, helped create this wonderful remix album. I hope you\u2019ll listen to all the songs [laughs]. I think you\u2019ll see a different side to the songs from the original versions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lately, I\u2019ve been listening a lot to \u201cReplaceable Goodbye,\u201d remixed by KAIRUI. At the beginning, you can hear the sound of rain, which completely changes the image of the original, which is like a dazzling sunrise that\u2019s so bright it hurts your eyes. While the loneliness of the song remains, it feels like a completely different scene.<\/span><\/p>\n

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And not to mention your collaboration with CHiCO on \u201cBreak Out\u201d! What was collaborating on this project like?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

I\u2019ve been listening to CHiCO\u2019s songs since I was in elementary school. The songs created by honeyworks, which CHiCO teamed up with at the time, were among my formative musical experiences, and it was a dream come true to be able to sing with a singer I\u2019d admired for so long. I wish I could tell my 10-year-old self, but I don\u2019t think she\u2019d believe me. [laughs]\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I was also very happy that we were able to sing a song written by Ryuto Seiri. It\u2019s a wonderful tune, standing on its own yet evocative of a unique feeling, with delicate and sharp language and a sound that makes you feel warm and want to dance from the soul. The difference in our vocal qualities complement each other and blend together, creating a feeling of unity that\u2019s very satisfying.<\/span><\/p>\n

As more virtual and traditional artists collaborate, what do you hope for the future? Is there an artist you would like to sing with next or in the future?<\/b><\/p>\n

It doesn\u2019t matter if it\u2019s real or virtual! Rather than a perfect fusion, I hope we can create a relationship where we can create an even more amazing and fresh experience through synergy, while retaining the limitations, advantages, and charms of each world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But as someone who works virtually, I long to perform at an outdoor live event! I\u2019d love to sing under a blue sky, or even in the rain.<\/span><\/p>\n

What projects are you looking forward to working on for the remainder of the year?<\/b><\/p>\n

In November, I\u2019ll take part in a big event with all of my labelmates. It\u2019s called KAMITSUBAKI FES 2025, and I\u2019m looking forward to that a whole lot.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you have blended your singing career with anime production, do you aspire to work on more anime projects in the future?<\/b><\/p>\n

I really enjoy acting. If the opportunity arises, I\u2019d love to try it again.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s next for KAF?<\/b><\/p>\n

I intend to continue working diligently on each and every task in front of me so that myself and everyone else at KAMITSUBAKI can continue our activities for a long time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you again KAF!<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Brianna Fox-Priest
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