Yui Horie

As a voice actress and singer, Yui Horie began her career by voicing characters in various anime series, including Naru Narusegawa in Love Hina and Tohru Honda in Fruits Basket. Her early roles helped establish her as one of a handful of Japanese idol voice actors who gained widespread recognition in the 2000s through their dedication to their fan bases rather than solely relying on physical appearance. This approach contributed to her enduring popularity and led to performances at prominent venues like the Nippon Budokan and the Yoyogi National Gymnasium's First Stadium.