In My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (2026), the energetic street idol Pop☆Step (Kazuho Haneyama) is voiced in Japanese by Ikumi Hasegawa. Known for her bright yet emotionally grounded performances, Hasegawa brings both charm and vulnerability to the character. As of now, an official English dub voice actor for Pop☆Step has not been publicly announced.
Japanese Voice Actor: Ikumi Hasegawa
Date of Birth
May 31 (year not publicly documented)
About Ikumi
Ikumi Hasegawa is a rising and highly respected voice actress known for her natural delivery and emotional nuance. She has gained recognition for portraying characters who balance warmth, determination, and subtle complexity. Her voice often carries a soft realism that makes her performances feel grounded—an ideal match for Pop☆Step, who blends idol-like energy with a more personal, human side.
Hometown
Tochigi Prefecture, Japan (publicly documented)
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Vladilena “Lena” Milizé in 86
- Voiced Ikuyo Kita in Bocchi the Rock!
- Played Desumi Magahara in Love After World Domination
- Known for roles that mix expressive energy with emotional sincerity
- Rapidly rising presence in modern anime casting
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime Series
- 86 (2021–2022) — Vladilena Milizé
- Bocchi the Rock! (2022) — Ikuyo Kita
- Love After World Domination (2022) — Desumi Magahara
- The Executioner and Her Way of Life (2022) — Menou
- My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (2026) — Pop☆Step (Kazuho Haneyama)
Anime Films
- Roles in recent anime films are limited or not widely documented in official sources
Video Games (Selected)
- Blue Archive — (voice role)
- Other mobile and game roles (various, not fully centralized in public listings)
Dubbing (Selected)
- Primarily active in original Japanese roles; limited widely documented dubbing credits
Critical Reception
Ikumi Hasegawa has been widely praised for her ability to convey both lighthearted charm and deeper emotional layers. Her performances often stand out for their authenticity and subtlety. Fans and critics alike have responded positively to her casting as Pop☆Step, noting that her vocal style aligns well with the character’s mix of idol energy and personal vulnerability.
Our Sources
- Crunchyroll News – My Hero Academia: Vigilantes announcements (https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/)
- Wikipedia – Ikumi Hasegawa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ikumi_Hasegawa)
- Behind The Voice Actors – Ikumi Hasegawa profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Ikumi-Hasegawa/)
Social Media
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ikumi_hasegawa
