JAPANESE VOICE ACTOR: Ayahi Takagaki
Lisbeth, whose real name is Rika Shinozaki, is voiced by Ayahi Takagaki in the Japanese version of Sword Art Online. As one of Aincrad’s top blacksmiths and one of Asuna’s closest friends, Lisbeth quickly became a fan-favorite character thanks to her energetic personality, loyalty, and memorable relationship with Kirito. Takagaki’s performance helped establish Lisbeth as one of the most beloved supporting characters in the franchise.
Date of Birth
October 25, 1985.
About Ayahi
Ayahi Takagaki is a Japanese voice actress and singer affiliated with Music Ray’n. She is also a member of the vocal unit Sphere, alongside Haruka Tomatsu, Aki Toyosaki, and Minako Kotobuki. Known for her powerful vocal range and emotionally expressive performances, Takagaki has voiced major characters across fantasy, action, romance, and science-fiction anime. Her portrayal of Lisbeth balances comedy, determination, and emotional sincerity throughout the Sword Art Online series.
Hometown
Tokyo, Japan.
Career Highlights
- Lisbeth / Rika Shinozaki — Sword Art Online
- Chris Yukine — Symphogear
- Erica Blandelli — Campione!
- Feldt Grace — Mobile Suit Gundam 00
- Mikoto Uchiha — Naruto franchise appearances
- Takanuva — Bionicle: The Legend Reborn (Japanese dub)
Full Current Filmography
The following reflects documented major credits and may not be exhaustive.
Television Anime
- Sword Art Online — Lisbeth / Rika Shinozaki
- Sword Art Online II — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online: Alicization — Lisbeth
- Mobile Suit Gundam 00 — Feldt Grace
- Symphogear series — Chris Yukine
- Campione! — Erica Blandelli
- Durarara!! — Erika Karisawa
- Daitoshokan no Hitsujikai — Kyōko Mochizuki
- Venus Versus Virus — Lucia Nahashi
Anime Films
- Sword Art Online The Movie: Ordinal Scale — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online Progressive: Scherzo of Deep Night — Lisbeth
- Various Symphogear and franchise-related projects.
Video Games
- Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online: Lost Song — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online: Last Recollection — Lisbeth
- Multiple Sword Art Online franchise games.
Critical Reception
Ayahi Takagaki’s performance is frequently praised for bringing warmth and authenticity to Lisbeth. Fans often highlight her chemistry with Kirito during the “Warmth of the Heart” storyline, one of the character’s most emotional arcs in the original Aincrad saga.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors — Lisbeth / Rika Shinozaki Voice Cast (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Sword-Art-Online/Lisbeth-Rika-Shinozaki/)
- Sword Art Online Wiki — Shinozaki Rika (https://swordartonline.fandom.com/wiki/Shinozaki_Rika)
- AniBase — Rika Shinozaki (Lisbeth) (https://anibase.net/en/character/mEg63/Rika-Shinozaki-%28Lisbeth%29)
ENGLISH VOICE ACTOR: Sarah Anne Williams
In the English dub of Sword Art Online, Lisbeth is voiced by Sarah Anne Williams. Her energetic and expressive performance helped make Lisbeth one of the most recognizable supporting characters in the English adaptation. Williams has portrayed Lisbeth across the anime series, films, and multiple game-related appearances.
Date of Birth
Not publicly documented in major official biographical sources.
About Sarah
Sarah Anne Williams is an American voice actress known for anime, animation, and video game roles. Since the late 2000s, she has built an extensive career voicing energetic heroines, comedic characters, and emotionally complex supporting roles. Her portrayal of Lisbeth captures the character’s confidence, humor, and hidden vulnerability.
Hometown
Indiana, United States.
Career Highlights
- Lisbeth / Rika Shinozaki — Sword Art Online
- Nonon Jakuzure — Kill la Kill
- Sayaka Miki — Puella Magi Madoka Magica
- Neferpitou — Hunter × Hunter
- Felix Argyle — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- Jinx — League of Legends
- Peacock — Skullgirls
Full Current Filmography
The following reflects documented major credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime Series
- Sword Art Online — Lisbeth / Rika Shinozaki
- Sword Art Online II — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online: Alicization — Lisbeth
- Kill la Kill — Nonon Jakuzure
- Puella Magi Madoka Magica — Sayaka Miki
- Hunter × Hunter — Neferpitou
- Re:ZERO — Felix Argyle
- Yuki Yuna Is a Hero — Karin Miyoshi
- Edens Zero — E.M. Pino
Anime Films
- Sword Art Online The Movie: Ordinal Scale — Lisbeth
- Sword Art Online Progressive film series — Lisbeth
- Various Puella Magi Madoka Magica film appearances — Sayaka Miki.
Video Games
- League of Legends — Jinx
- Persona 5 — Chihaya Mifune
- Skullgirls — Peacock
- Fire Emblem Heroes — Mist
- Sword Art Online game franchise — Lisbeth
- Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse — Jack Frost
Critical Reception
Sarah Anne Williams’ portrayal of Lisbeth has been praised for matching the character’s energetic personality while effectively handling her emotional scenes. Many English dub viewers consider her performance one of the strongest supporting roles in the Sword Art Online cast.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors — Lisbeth Voice Cast (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Sword-Art-Online/Lisbeth-Rika-Shinozaki/)
- Behind The Voice Actors — Sword Art Online: Alicization Cast (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Sword-Art-Online-Alicization/Lisbeth-Rika-Shinozaki/)
- Wikipedia — Sarah Anne Williams (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Anne_Williams)
Social Media
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/SarahAnneWillia
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwilliamsvoice/
- Official Website: https://www.sarahwilliamsvoice.com/
