In Assassination Classroom, Nagisa Shiota is voiced by Mai Fuchigami in the Japanese version and Lindsay Seidel in the English dub. Fuchigami delivers a soft-spoken yet emotionally powerful performance, perfectly capturing Nagisa’s quiet demeanor and hidden intensity.
Mai Fuchigami (Japanese Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
May 28, 1987
About Mai
Mai Fuchigami is a Japanese voice actress known for her gentle vocal tone and ability to portray introspective, emotionally layered characters. Affiliated with m&i (formerly with Sigma Seven), she gained widespread recognition for roles that balance softness with inner strength. Her portrayal of Nagisa Shiota is widely praised for its subtlety, reflecting the character’s observational nature and psychological depth.
Hometown
Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
Mai Fuchigami has voiced several notable characters in anime:
- Nagisa Shiota (Assassination Classroom) – A quiet yet perceptive student with hidden talent
- Miho Nishizumi (Girls und Panzer) – A kind and strategic tank commander
- Petra Ral (Attack on Titan) – A skilled and loyal soldier
- Iona (Arpeggio of Blue Steel) – A calm and mysterious AI embodiment
- Miki Naoki (School-Live!) – An energetic and optimistic survivor
Her performance as Nagisa stands out for its emotional restraint and gradual evolution as the character grows.
Full Current Filmography
The following is a structured list of documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected, Chronological)
- 2012 – Girls und Panzer – Miho Nishizumi
- 2013 – Attack on Titan – Petra Ral
- 2013 – Arpeggio of Blue Steel – Iona
- 2015–2016 – Assassination Classroom – Nagisa Shiota
- 2015 – School-Live! – Miki Naoki
- 2017 – Tsuki ga Kirei – Akane Mizuno (supporting roles in promotions/related media appearances noted)
- 2018–2020 – Girls und Panzer das Finale – Miho Nishizumi
- 2021 – SSSS.Dynazenon – Minor roles / guest voices
Video Games (Selected)
- Girls und Panzer: Dream Tank Match – Miho Nishizumi
- Arpeggio of Blue Steel games – Iona
- Various mobile titles – Character roles tied to anime franchises
Other Work
- Music activities including character songs and solo releases
- Radio programs and live event appearances
Critical Reception
Mai Fuchigami is praised for her nuanced and emotionally authentic performances, particularly in roles requiring quiet introspection.
- Anime News Network Encyclopedia profile (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=105141)
- Behind The Voice Actors profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Mai-Fuchigami/)
Her portrayal of Nagisa is frequently highlighted for conveying vulnerability and strength without relying on exaggerated delivery.
Lindsay Seidel (English Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
Not publicly documented
About Lindsay
Lindsay Seidel is an American voice actress known for her soft, expressive voice and ability to portray gentle yet emotionally complex characters. Working extensively with Crunchyroll (formerly Funimation), she has become a recognizable presence in English anime dubs. As Nagisa Shiota in Assassination Classroom, Seidel delivers a nuanced performance that captures Nagisa’s quiet nature, inner conflict, and gradual growth into confidence and resolve.
Hometown
Not publicly documented
Career Highlights
Lindsay Seidel has voiced a variety of notable characters:
- Nagisa Shiota (Assassination Classroom) – A calm, observant student with hidden lethality
- Erina Nakiri (Food Wars!) – A proud and elite culinary expert
- Gabi Braun (Attack on Titan) – A fierce and controversial young warrior
- Maya Fey (Ace Attorney anime) – A cheerful and loyal spirit medium
- Pochi (Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody) – A loyal and energetic companion
Her portrayal of Nagisa is especially praised for maintaining emotional subtlety while still conveying the character’s internal struggles.
Full Current Filmography
The following reflects documented credits from major dubbing productions and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected, Chronological)
- 2015–2016 – Assassination Classroom – Nagisa Shiota
- 2016–2020 – Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma – Erina Nakiri
- 2016 – Ace Attorney – Maya Fey
- 2018 – Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody – Pochi
- 2019–2023 – Attack on Titan (Final Seasons) – Gabi Braun
- 2020 – Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun – Yashiro Nene (alternate/related media appearances noted)
- 2021 – Horimiya – Yuki Yoshikawa
- 2022 – The Case Study of Vanitas – Supporting roles
- 2023 – Sugar Apple Fairy Tale – Anne Halford
Video Games (Selected)
- Smite – Character voices
- Paladins – Additional voices
- Various anime-based games – Roles tied to dubbed characters
Other Work
- ADR dubbing collaborations with Crunchyroll
- Convention appearances and fan events
Critical Reception
Lindsay Seidel is praised for her ability to convey vulnerability and emotional depth through restrained performances.
- Behind The Voice Actors profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Lindsay-Seidel/)
- Anime News Network Encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=121123)
Her performance as Nagisa Shiota is often highlighted by fans for its faithfulness to the original portrayal, particularly in emotionally intense scenes where subtlety is key.
Social Media
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