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Not sure if the news has been circulated around Tumblr, but I personally want Okamoto’s direct words, at least the very least, to be conveyed. It’s sad that his marriage news couldn’t be simply congratulatory. Still, I don’t think this one affair negates everything that we love about him in the past, and it is truly unfortunate that something personal like this (that should be dealt with in private) had to come out to the world because of a tabloid... but this is still news that I do care about, and I’m sure many do. 

[Bunshun source/s: 1, 2 & 3]

(copying and pasting my comment from Reddit)

Honestly still finding it hard to believe, especially because I respect him a lot as a voice actor. Although, it's probably unfair to blame him for the false expectations I put on him.

Felt the need to go through his statement and translate it myself so that I didn't misunderstand anything. So until someone else makes a proper translation of Okamoto's statement, here's a rough one:

応援してくださっている皆さんへ To the people who have been supporting me,

私事で大変申し訳ないのですが、ご報告があります。

I apologise for the fuss caused by my personal matters, but I have an announcement to make.

大亀あすかさんと婚姻していること含め、事実です。

The rumours (lit. “matters”), including me being married to Ogame Asuka, are indeed factual.

公表を控えていたこと、妻帯者であるにも関わらず、自覚なき行動をしてしまい、大変申し訳ありませんでした。

For holding off the official announcement, and also for the careless action I took despite being married with a wife, I deeply apologise.

妻には、当然ながらとても呆れられました。

Of course, my wife was especially disappointed.

これからを許してもらえるのならば、誠実に妻を支えられる人間になりたいと思います。

But if I am allowed to be forgiven, I would like to become a man who can support my wife in good faith from here on out.

関係各社には多大なるご迷惑をおかけしたことを深くお詫び申し上げます。

I deeply apologise for all the trouble caused to my affiliated companies.

また、ファンのみなさまの中には、嫌悪された方、裏切られたと思ったかた、沢山いらっしゃることと思います。

Further, I believe that among my fans, there are many who may have felt disgusted, or even betrayed.

本当に本当に申し訳ありません。

I am genuinely, genuinely sorry.

心よりお詫び申し上げます。

I offer my sincere apologies from the bottom of my heart.

人間としても役者としてもまだまだ至らぬところだらけですが、精いっぱい役者の仕事に向き合ってまいります。

Although I may be lacking in many aspects both as a person and an actor, I would like to face my work as an actor with my all.

[Source: Okamoto Nobuhiko Official LINE Blog (21/03/2020)]

“I want people to smile listening to this song.” 

Click into the link to read the full translation of his diary blog post. 

A little bit out of my character to translate something not Kaji-related, but this felt like a voice that needed to be heard. It took him a while to return since the loss, but this post means a lot because he’s taken another step forward. Feel free to check out this thread on r/seiyuu if you’re interested to have a little look into the voice actors’ perspective of the incident. 

［Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru］

Original Author: Kaji Yuki (Kawabe Shobo Shinsha) 

Manga Author: Tachibana Nozomi (Sho-Comi) 

The story of a man who runs at the forefront of the voice acting industry ―

The first book written by the voice actor renowned for his roles as numerous protagonists in various series, namely Eren Jaeger from Attack on Titan, Kaji Yuki ― ［Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru］.  

Since its release in May this year, the book has been a big hit that called for immediate reprints, and it will now be adapted as a manga in Sho-Comi!

Serialization will begin in Shogakukan’s Sho-Comi Vol. 24 (to be released on November 20th) 

Translated from: Sho-Comi official site & @Kawade_shobo

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Comment/s from author/s: 

Kaji Yuki [@KAJI_staff at 1:21AM (GMT+9) 05/11/2018]

“「Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru」’s Manga Adaptation

Once again, let me offer my gratitude to Sho-Comi who proposed the idea. 

I poured my heart and soul into writing this book. 

May this opportunity allow the message of this book to be conveyed to more people!”

Tachibana Nozomi [@nozomi07tachi at 10:18AM (GMT+9) 05/11/2018]

“The book written by the popular voice actor, Kaji Yuki 『Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru』will begin its manga serialization from November 20th in Vol.24 of Sho-Comi ✨✨

I’ll do my best so that both the people who’ve read the original book and the people who haven’t can enjoy it! Please support it 😆💖”

Note: Tachibana Nozomi is an active shoujo mangaka, her work(s) include the series “Kare to Date Now | 彼とデートなう” but from what I know, her manga hasn’t been translated. I don’t read too much shoujo manga in general but it’s kind of funny that according to Wikipedia, Sho-Comi is “seen to have more sexual content.” Though I doubt we’ll see that in this serialization ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

More about ItsuSube: 

Kaji Yuki to release a book (book description, summary, and background)  

Kaji Yuki's first book calls for 3rd reprint  (exceeding 30,000 copies, and comments from colleagues)

Voice Actor Yuki Kaji's First Book "Everything Becomes Your Power Someday" Gets Reprints Just in 2 Days (by Crunchyroll with rough translation of Kaji’s tweet) 

Yamashita Daiki gets 2 copies of Kaji’s book (more people have done that but I haven’t gotten around translating them)  

I don’t have enough information yet but, it looks like Kaji’s book (ItsuSube) is getting a manga adaptation (・∀・)

I’ll write up a proper post with translations of more details once @KAJI_staff makes an official announcement, or once Kaji talks about it personally, but at this stage, the only thing I know from the pictures taken from the magazine in the linked tweet is that the author Tachibana Nozomi is starting a new serialization in Sho-Comi (aka Shoujo Comics), adapting “the very popular voice actor, Kaji Yuki’s big hit essay book - Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru” (forgive me for my horrible-sounding direct translation lol) 

Well then, I’ll be back when more details are available (￣ー￣)ゞ

[Source]

This was my first attempt at “manga” translating, so please overlook my horrible photo editing skills or whatever it’s called (-”-;A

＊Author’s name is Harada Mariru, not Okada Mariru

This was so cute that I just HAD TO translate it, staying up till 5 am for this was definitely worth it, but I can’t guarantee quality because of that. Still doesn’t change the fact that Kaji is adorable so...

From the pen of an established voice actor, Kaji Yuki, known for his many roles in controversial works such as Eren Jaeger from Attack on Titan, Meliodas from Nanatsu no Taizai, Todoroki Shouto from Boku no Hero Academia, the book 『Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru』has called for a reprint on its second day of release, following with a 3rd reprint yesterday on the 15th. 

As of now, the total sales have reached 30,000 copies. 

Translated from: PR Times

Contents

Chapter 1: Back when I was 14 | 僕が14歳だった頃 

Chapter 2: What it means to pursue a dream | 夢に向かって進むということ

Chapter 3: What kind of job is a "voice actor"? | 「声優」って、どんな仕事？

Chapter 4: The meaning of professional | プロフェッショナルとは

Chapter 5: In order to continue being chosen | 選ばれ続けるために

More information

Comments from colleague/s:

Ishiguro Kyouhei (director of Your Lie in April, Occultic;Nine etc.)

“ Kaji-kun's book, 『Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru』was really good. On top of his views of life and his views as a voice actor, it was very interesting to read about the difference between live-action actors and voice actors. Speaking of which, in the bookshop I (Ishiguro) went to, for some odd reasons this book was placed in the Foreign Literature (海外文学) section, could this perhaps be foreign literature...? (^^;;   ”

Yashiro Taku (Hayato from Mayoiga, narrator of KAJI100 etc.)

“ Kaji-san's publication of 『Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru』benefited me a lot not only as a voice actor, but also as another human being! It goes without saying for the people interested in this industry, but it would be great for even people who are not to read it too! I've been motivated greatly! ”

Hatanaka Tasuku (Ikoma from Koutetsujou no Kabaneri, Kaminari Denki from Boku no Hero Academia etc.)

“『Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru』I became engrossed with it and read it all in one night at one go. Having finished reading it, my thoughts are "I'm somehow really excited." Meeting the various Kaji-sans in his teens, his twenties, and his thirties, all of which galvanized me, giving me encouragement. Now I too am proud to be in this profession!! It was an awesome book!!! ”

Source: @DaiKing_boy

そして頂いてしまいました！！

And I was given this!!

梶さん本！！いつかすべてが君の力になる…！！

Kaji-san’s book!! Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru...!!

これからしっかり読ませて頂きます！！ありがとうございます！！

I shall read it very closely after this!! Thank you very much!!

実は予約してて2冊目なんて言えないっ……！！

As if I could tell him that I’ve already pre-ordered it so this is actually my 2nd copy......!!

家に2冊の梶さんがくるぞ！！うおおお！！！

Now I have two books of Kaji-san at home!! UWOOO!!!

【 Tweeted by @KAJI_staff on 3/4/2018 】

From Kawade Shobo Shinsha Publishers’ popular series, titled Worldly Wisdom for 14 year olds, the release of the book “Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru” has been confirmed.

To be released early May 2018.

(※Pre-orders will be open from early April)

『 Itsuka Subete ga Kimi no Chikara ni Naru 』

- by Kaji Yūki -

Tankōbon 46 ● 188 Pages

ISBN：978-4-309-61713-8

C-Code：0376

Release Date：2018.05.11 (※to be published)

Price：¥1,404（¥1,300）

Publisher： Kawade Shobo Shinsha | 河出書房新社

Description：

From the pen of Kaji Yūki, an established voice actor known for voicing numerous protagonists of controversial works, namely Eren Jaeger from Attack on Titan. The book tells the story of the troubles he shared back in his early days, and how they now form his passion towards this occupation of “voice acting.” A toast to all who are working towards their dreams! What does it mean to hold a dream? And what do we do to make it a reality?

Comes along with original photogravures and a special interview with Sound Director Mima Masafumi!

(Sources: 1 & 2)

KanaHana: Well then! Sabaku-chan!

Kaji: “Well then, Sabaku-chan?” Yes?

Tosshi: Sabaku-chan!

Kaji: Yes?

KanaHana: So this time, your ti- first time as guest here...

Kaji: Even if you ask me “How was it?” Well... right?

KanaHana: How was it?

Kaji: How should I put this... I was scarred... more than I expected.

KanaHana: Actually I don’t think this radio is usually like that.

Kaji:  Right? I’m really sorry about that. 

KanaHana: Kaji- ah... I meant Sabaku-chan.

Kaji: You clearly said “Kaji- ah...”!!!

Tosshi: What’s more is that you said the whole thing “Kaji”

Kaji: Cause there’s only two vowels.

Tosshi: Yeah, it comes out quite easily.

Kaji: At least if it’s ‘Toyonaga’, it can go like

Kaji&Tosshi: Toyo- ah...

[......silence........]

KanaHana: What’s with these two!?

Kaji: Behold the atmosphere between us! 

Tosshi: Right~

Kaji: Right~

KanaHana: It was really fun for me though. Somehow, it felt like Toshi-kun got a friend.

Kaji: That’s true, somehow... it turned out that I was more connected to Tosshi than I thought.

Tosshi: Isn’t wonderful to have someone to share your scars with?

Kaji: It is wonderful.

KanaHana: But speaking of who’s bullied more in the studio, I believe that Kaji-san is being bullied way more. 

Tosshi: That’s true.

Kaji: I am.. being bullied, yes.

KanaHana: Right?

Tosshi: Also, Kazzi’s seat is close those people who likes to bully others.

Kaji: Right, that’s right. That’s why every time, in the midst of that, Hana-chan being in between us, makes me really uneasy if you’re dragged into the mess too.

KanaHana: No, not at all. It’s just that Kaji -san’s shirt is being stretched out each time. 

Kaji: Exactly! Hear me out! You know how everyone was messing around with my frugal shirt?

KanaHana: Yes they did.

Kaji: So the button’s been getting looser. In another studio, it’s not related to Durarara though, but Irino Miyu did the same thing, and the button came off.

KanaHana: Eh... So your (being bullied) positioning never changes? 

Kaji: Never changes. Yes but... I’m pretty sure Miyu-kun belongs to this side though... 

Tosshi: Miyu-kun belongs to this side.

Kaji: Yes.

Tosshi: I too, always making sure not to be involved in the mess, will quietly sneak away in the shadows.

KanaHana: You’re at the corner after all. 

Kaji: Well, of course it was fun in the studio, but the radio was fun too. 

KanaHana: Ah, that’s good to hear. Please come again.