Voice actor Afumi Hashi, recognized by fans for her role as Mejiro Ryan in the popular Uma Musume Pretty Derby franchise, shared the news of her marriage to a non-celebrity partner this Tuesday. In a heartfelt statement posted to her social media, she expressed gratitude to her supporters, noting that her career in the industry has allowed her to lead a fulfilling life.

Maintaining her characteristic humor, Hashi addressed her fanbase with a clever play on the Japanese words for work (oshigoto) and the act of supporting one's favorite idol or character (oshigoto). She reassured her followers that she remains fully committed to both her professional voice acting career and her personal passions, aiming to continue providing energy and joy through her future performances.

The announcement has been met with an outpouring of support from the anime community, garnering over 18,000 likes and hundreds of well-wishes from both fans and industry colleagues. Beyond her work in Uma Musume, Hashi’s extensive resume includes roles such as Annette Bartoll in Fermat no Ryōri, Kaede in Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time, and Charlotte Godard in Undead Murder Farce.