In the upcoming anime Goodbye, Lara (2026), the character Grace—the banished witch who curses Lara—is voiced in Japanese by Rika Fukami.
While English dub casting has not been officially announced yet, Fukami’s involvement has already drawn attention due to her long-standing legacy in anime.
Japanese Voice Actor: Rika Fukami
Date of Birth
January 8, 1963 (publicly documented)
About Rika
Rika Fukami is a veteran Japanese voice actress known for her distinctive, mature vocal tone and her ability to portray both elegant and morally complex characters. Over decades in the industry, she has become especially recognized for roles that balance authority, charm, and emotional depth—making her a fitting choice for Grace, a character defined by bitterness, power, and narrative significance.
Hometown
Saitama Prefecture, Japan (publicly documented)
Career Highlights
- Active in the anime and voice acting industry since the 1980s
- Best known for voicing Minako Aino / Sailor Venus in Sailor Moon
- Frequently cast in roles involving refined, mysterious, or antagonistic women
- Has worked across anime, video games, and dubbing for international media
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of verifiable roles from reputable sources; it reflects documented credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected Notable Roles)
- Sailor Moon (1992–1997) — Minako Aino / Sailor Venus
- Sailor Moon Crystal (2014–2016) — Minako Aino / Sailor Venus
- Magic Knight Rayearth (1994–1995) — (supporting roles)
- Fushigi Yûgi (1995–1996) — Yui Hongo’s mother (supporting)
- Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex — (guest roles)
- Goodbye, Lara (2026) — Grace
Video Games (Selected)
- Sailor Moon game adaptations — Minako Aino / Sailor Venus
- Various Japanese game titles (supporting and character roles)
Note: A complete role-by-role listing across all media is not fully centralized in a single official database; the above reflects widely documented credits from anime industry sources.
Critical Reception
Rika Fukami is widely respected for her longevity and consistency in the industry. Critics and fans often highlight her ability to bring nuance to characters who might otherwise feel archetypal—particularly in roles involving inner conflict or emotional restraint. Her casting as Grace has been positively received, especially given the character’s darker, more complex narrative role in Goodbye, Lara.
Our Sources
- Crunchyroll News – Goodbye, Lara casting announcement (https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/27/goodbye-lara-anime-july-premiere-new-trailer-grace-luca-casting)
- Wikipedia – Goodbye, Lara anime overview (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goodbye%2C_Lara)
Social Media
No verified official public social media accounts are consistently documented for Rika Fukami.
