Voice Actor Power Couple: Uchida Maaya and Ishikawa Kaito Announce Marriage!
In exciting news for fans across the anime world, popular voice actors Uchida Maaya and Ishikawa Kaito have officially announced their marriage! The happy tidings were shared on September 30, 2025, via joint announcements on both of their official X (formerly Twitter) accounts. In their heartfelt message, the couple expressed their aspirations, stating, “We hope to cultivate richer experiences and sensibilities through our married life and utilize them in our future activities.” This union brings together two incredibly talented individuals who have graced many beloved anime productions.
Meet the Talented Voice Actors
Born on December 27 in Tokyo, Uchida Maaya is affiliated with I’m Enterprise. She is renowned for her versatile roles, bringing to life many memorable characters. Her prominent roles include Takanashi Rikka in Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! (also known as Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!), Katarina Claes in Otome Game no Hametsu Flag shika Nai Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei shiteshimatta… (also known as My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!), and Kanzaki Ranko in THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS. Her captivating performances have endeared her to a wide audience.
Ishikawa Kaito, born on October 13 in Tokyo, is represented by Stay Luck. He is known for his powerful and distinctive voice, taking on a variety of leading and supporting roles. His impressive credits include the passionate Kageyama Tobio in Haikyuu!!, the charismatic Azusagawa Sakuta in the Seishun Buta Yarou Series (also known as the Rascal Does Not Dream of… series), and the steadfast Iwatani Naofumi in Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari (also known as The Rising of the Shield Hero). His performances consistently leave a strong impression.
It’s worth noting that Uchida Maaya and Ishikawa Kaito have shared the stage in numerous productions, showcasing their incredible chemistry. Their impressive list of co-starred works includes popular series like the Seishun Buta Yarou Series and Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari. In fact, they even co-starred in Onmyou Kaiten Re:Birth during the July 2025 anime season, proving their enduring professional connection.
A Heartfelt Message to Their Beloved Fans
The announcement came in the form of an image of a joint statement, posted simultaneously by both Uchida Maaya and Ishikawa Kaito with the caption, “We have an announcement for everyone.” The letter began, “This is a sudden announcement, but Uchida Maaya and Ishikawa Kaito have gotten married.” They continued by expressing their profound gratitude, stating, “We are deeply thankful to all the fans who have always supported us and to all the staff members who have stood by us, allowing us to continue our entertainment careers. We have been able to walk this path until today thanks to the warm encouragement we have received from everyone.”
Delving into the reasons behind their decision, the couple wrote, “As individuals active in the same entertainment world, we are both precious presences who share mutual understanding and respect for each other’s work. As we spent more time together, we strongly felt that we wanted to walk through life together, and so we have decided to take a new step forward in the form of marriage.”
Looking ahead to their future endeavors, they conveyed their resolve: “As we embark on this new chapter in our lives, we will strive to grow both as individuals and as performers with an even greater sense of responsibility. We hope to cultivate richer experiences and sensibilities through our married life and utilize them in our future activities.” They concluded their message with a humble request: “We are still immature as a couple, but we kindly ask for your continued support and guidance. We would be grateful if you could watch over us warmly.”
A Wave of Congratulations from Fellow Voice Actors
Following the announcement, a heartwarming flood of congratulatory messages poured in from friends and colleagues. Uchida Yuuma, Uchida Maaya’s younger brother, took to his own X account to post, “Congratulations, Nee-san (Big Sister)! And welcome, Gikei-san (Brother-in-law)! (Your little brother).”
The well wishes didn’t stop there. Kaji Yuuki posted, “Kaito-kun, congratulations! Wishing you both everlasting happiness,” while Murase Ayumu exclaimed, “So happy for them!!” Many other voice acting companions, including Chiba Shouya and Kobayashi Yuusuke, also shared their celebratory comments, filling the timelines with joy for the newlywed couple.
Even artist Oishi Masayoshi sent his congratulations in response to Uchida Maaya’s post, highlighting the widespread joy felt across the industry.
Fans React to the Exciting News
Online, fans couldn’t contain their excitement. Comments like, “It’s so lovely that Maaya-chan, whom Yuuma-kun used to call ‘Nee-san’, is now a wife,” and “So he can’t call her ‘Nee-san’ anymore…” were widely shared. The unexpected family connection of Uchida Yuuma becoming Ishikawa Kaito’s brother-in-law also sparked numerous reactions, with users posting, “Could Yuuma-kun really be his brother-in-law?” and “Uchida Yuuma as a brother-in-law, that sounds fun!” Furthermore, with Uchida Yuuma having announced his marriage to voice actress Hidaka Rina in January 2024, many fans speculated with amusement, “Does this mean the Uchida family — Maaya-taso, Ishikawa Kaito-san, Uchida Yuuma-san, and Hidaka Rina-san — will all gather for New Year’s?” The exciting news has certainly created a buzz, celebrating this beloved couple’s new chapter.
Authored by Nakase Koutarou
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