A Sweet Winter Date Brought to Life by Fan-Favorite Voice Actors
Fans of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba are in for a special treat! Popular voice actors Hiro Shimono (known for his role as Zenitsu Agatsuma) and Akari Kito (the voice of Nezuko Kamado) have teamed up for a swoon-worthy romantic video project produced by Toyota Motor Corporation.
Timed in celebration of Japan’s “Good Oshi Day” on November 4, Toyota released a shojo manga-inspired video titled “Love’s Punishment Kiss” across their official social media channels, including YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.
A Cozy Winter Romance with a Tech Twist
The cute commercial features a story of a couple returning to their car after a fun yet chilly winter drive date. Expecting the inside of the vehicle to be freezing, the heroine (voiced by Kito) is surprised to find the car already warm and cozy. When she wonders if it’s warmed up by the “power of love,” her partner (voiced by Shimono) delivers a dramatic line fit for a romance manga: “I just wanted to make sure it was spring wherever you are.”
The sweet secret behind his smooth gesture? He had cleverly turned on the car’s heater in advance using Toyota’s smartphone-connected “Remote Air Conditioner” feature!
Highlighting Famous Voice Talent
This cute collaboration highlights the incredible vocal charm of two of anime’s biggest stars:
- Hiro Shimono: Zenitsu Agatsuma (Demon Slayer), Dabi (My Hero Academia)
- Akari Kito: Nezuko Kamado (Demon Slayer), Hina Chono (Blue Box)
If you love classic shojo tropes and want to hear your favorite anime voice actors play out a cheesy yet romantic winter scenario, be sure to check out Toyota’s social media platforms to watch the full video!
Source: Yahoo News Japan