JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind Main Cast Talks About JoJo

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind began airing on 6 October 2018, 1:05 (JST). During one of their recording sessions, the six members of the main cast (Kensho Ono, Yuichi Nakamura, Junichi Suwabe, Kosuke Toriumi, Daiki Yamashita and Junya Enoki) sat down to answer four questions. All six of them were asked the same questions, so let’s take a look at their answers!

The anime is also part of our weekly reviews. You can check our review for Episode 1 here:

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Golden Wind Episode 1 Review: Golden Wind

Kensho Ono, voice of Giorno Giovanna

What is your impression of Giorno Giovanna?

Giorno is a cool character because he always looks calmly and composed and he speaks politely. Behind that cool facade is a strong sense of will justice. His passion burns just as strongly as the JoJos before him.

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

During the recordings, we mostly talked about JoJo. The first time I came to the studio I got to record together with Yuki Kaji, who voices Koichi Hirose [a main character from the previous series], so it was very easy to grasp the atmosphere of the JoJo-series.

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

Among the JoJo-series, Golden Wind is one that stays stubbornly independent, so that even if there are things you don’t know from the previous seasons, everybody will still be able to enjoy it. I want everybody to see the strong will and good character of these guys who try to fulfil their dreams.

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

While the team is definitely inheriting the success the JoJo-series has built up, they are also going on a completely new adventure. For me personally just that effort as a team is enough. (We go out together to eat every week [laugh]) I would be happy if everybody is looking forward to the broadcasting. Thank you for your support.

Yuichi Nakamura, voice of Bruno Bucciarati

What is your impression of Bruno Bucciarati?

He is a character that experiences a different growth (or should I say ‘change’?) than the main character Giorno. From the time I read the original for the first time I was strongly attracted to his belief and ability to take action. I think he is another main character in this part of the story.

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

I felt like we are working quick with good tension. Every week I head to the studio with a variety of emotions as I look forward to the tough development and worry about how far I will be able to work hard this time. After work, everybody often goes out to eat. I think this also contributes to the good teamwork on-site.

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

It is full of unexpected developments and not only the good guys but also the enemies are characters that grab your attention, so I think there is something for everybody to get interested in. I would be glad if those who enter the world of JoJo through this anime would end up reading the manga as well. There are things that anime can show best while other things manga show best and that means that both kinds of media could be enjoyed separately.

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

For me personally, this fifth season seems like a turning point in the JoJo-series. I want to exceed the expectations of the fans who have been waiting for this series and for those who start it now I will work hard to make them fall in love with it. I hope you will support us all the way even if it’s a bit long.

Junichi Suwabe, voice of Leone Abbacchio

What is your impression of Leone Abbacchio?

He’s bellissimo, someone who has the reputation of a man who’d rather sip his special tea than recognize someone entering the room and greeting them. He doesn’t trust other people, but he trusts completely in someone once he recognizes them as worthy. If you were to compare him to a dog, he would be like a Doberman.

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

The enthusiasm is amazing! There are many JoJo-related voice actors in the industry and us regular cast members as well as the guests who come in for the enemy Stand-users. They always come into the studio with a lot of enthusiasm!

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

The series is a strangely formed stone mask and for whatever reason you simply cannot suppress the urge to wear it. You can stop thinking about why you like it because it’s just as unexplainable as the universe expanding endlessly. It’s a bottomless pit!

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

We voice all the characters by pouring all our passion into it! I hope you will enjoy the fights of the Bucciarati team and their way of living! Please look forward to it!

Kosuke Toriumi, voice of Guido Mista

What is your impression of Guido Mista?

Within the team I would say he is seems like the mood-maker. He’s loud, he does uncool stuff, does cool stuff… He’s a rather busy person! [laugh]

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

The recording ends rather early. It feels like the recording time is really short as we concentrate. Within that time there are lots of laughs but also a lot of sweat.

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

It is so hard to convey it with words… It is a unique world with unique conversations… Just watch it and also read the manga! That’s all I can say…

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

I myself am looking forward to it so much and I am sure all the fans are also very much looking forward to it. Please make your favorite pose while you wait for it to begin.

Daiki Yamashita, voice of Narancia Ghirga

What is your impression of Narancia Ghirga?

He is 17 years old but has the intelligence of an elementary school student and has more intense feelings than anybody. I think he does look like a pure, cute boy but when he does something, he does it full force! I think that’s what’s amazing about him.

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

I thought that the lines from the original manga really are cherished. Even the tiniest letters were taken from the manga and put in the script. Even if the letter isn’t being read aloud, it’s written there. [laugh] I could feel the JoJo-ness from the script!

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

JoJo’s world is one that it doesn’t matter if you read other manga or not; once you get a taste of it you want to eat it again. The manga itself might be a bit old already but I want everybody to feel as if it will release a unique personality in everybody, no matter their age!

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

I was shouting out loud from the time I auditioned for this series for the character of Narancia. I want to keep shouting with him until the end. I will pursue my own Borabora.

Junya Enoki, voice of Pannacotta Fugo

What is your impression of Pannacotta Fugo?

The words he uses are polite, and he gives off a refined aura but somehow he also gives the impression that he is always on the verge of exploding. I think that is at the same time what makes him so attractive.

Please tell us something about your work in the studio!

At first the studio is very peaceful but once the recording starts everything gets serious. Nearly every time after the recordings, everybody goes out to eat to strengthen the teamwork.

Explain one charm of JoJo for those who haven’t seen any of the previous seasons.

It’s an amazing, deep story!!!!!!

Do you have a message for the fans who are looking forward to the start of the series?

JoJo is a series loved by many fans so we are working hard to meet those fans’ expectations. You should definitely look forward to the series!