Kadokawa has announced the addition of two new voice actresses, Nozomi Yamamoto and Kyōka Moriya, to the cast of the upcoming anime television adaptation of Shirohi’s “Gorilla no Kami Kara Kago Sareta Reijō wa Ōritsu Kishidan de Kawaigareru” (The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl), a “never-before-seen gorilla romantic comedy” set to premiere on April 6, 2025. This fantasy series unfolds in a world where individuals receive blessings from various animal gods upon turning 16, focusing on Sofia Reeler, a timid earl’s daughter blessed by the powerful Gorilla God.
Nozomi Yamamoto and Kyōka Moriya Join the Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl Anime
The addition of Nozomi Yamamoto and Kyōka Moriya expands the already stellar cast.
Nozomi Yamamoto: A Veteran Voice Actress
Nozomi Yamamoto is a Japanese voice actress known for her roles in various anime and video games.
Some of her notable roles include:
- Julie Sigtuna in Absolute Duo
- Yukimura Kusunoki in Haganai
- Irisdina Bernhard in Schwarzesmarken
- Shizuka Kagamihara in Laid-Back Camp Movie
- Estelle in Arknights
- Yukino Bijin in Uma Musume Pretty Derby
- Viola in The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak
- Regulus in Reverse: 1999
Yamamoto was born on August 9, 1988, in Aomori Prefecture, Japan.
Kyōka Moriya: Rising Star in Anime
Kyōka Moriya is a Japanese voice actress with a growing list of credits in anime and video games.
Some of her notable roles include:
- Rui in Aria the Scarlet Ammo AA
- Hemo Midori in Ochikobore Fruit Tart
- Reporter in Love After World Domination
- Shiho Kano in Cue!
- Nasuka Kanai in My Stepmom’s Daughter Is My Ex
Moriya was born on May 22, 1995, in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
She is also a member of the voice actress unit DIALOGUE+.
“Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl”: What to Expect
“Gorilla no Kami Kara Kago Sareta Reijō wa Ōritsu Kishidan de Kawaigareru” is directed by Fumitoshi Oizaki (“Deaimon: Recipe for Happiness”) at Kachigarasu, with Hitomi Amamiya (“A Condition Called Love”) handling series composition and Sakae Shibuya (“Magical Girl Site”) designing the characters. The music is composed by Seima Iwahashi (“Quality Assurance in Another World”).
Story and Premise
The anime follows Sofia Reeler, a timid daughter of an earl, who receives a blessing from the Gorilla God, granting her immense strength. This blessing leads her to be scouted by the Royal Knight Order, turning her peaceful life into one filled with chaos as she juggles school, knightly duties, and her newfound power.
Main Cast
The previously announced main cast includes:
- Kanna Nakamura as Sofia Reeler
- Takeo Ōtsuka as Louis Scarrel
- Reiji Kawashima as Isaac Sean
- Takuma Nagatsuka as Eddie Pheles
- Shugo Nakamura as Arshent Adler
- Shunichi Toki as Shin Kuvare
- Hinata Tadokoro as Victor Volk
- Yūichirō Umehara as Leohart
Production Staff
- Director: Fumitoshi Oizaki
- Series Composition/Script: Hitomi Amamiya
- Character Design: Sakae Shibuya
- Music: Seima Iwahashi (Elements Garden)
- Sound Director: Yayoi Tateishi
- Animation Production: Kachigarasu
- Animation Production Assistance: diomedéa
Theme Songs
The opening theme song, “Illuminate,” is performed by Shugo Nakamura, while the ending theme song, “Serendipity,” is performed by Megumi Ogata.
Collaboration with Go Go Curry
To further promote the anime, a collaboration with Go Go Curry, a popular Japanese restaurant chain, is taking place. Kanna Nakamura, the lead voice actress, has created a special “May You Also Be Blessed ♡ Gorilla God Face Curry” dish that will be available at select Tokyo branches from April 1 to April 30.
