Despite appearing in only one major arc, Alice Nanase has a surprisingly enduring legacy in the fandom.
While Studio Ghibli famously keeps their voice cast under strict embargo until release (and often uses live-action actors rather than professional seiyuu), Nanase was confirmed to voice a supporting role in the film’s ensemble. This casting was a major signal that the industry’s old guard—led by Miyazaki and producer Toshio Suzuki—views Nanase not just as an "anime voice actor" but as a genuine dramatic performer capable of carrying the weight of Ghibli’s emotional subtext. alice nanase
| Metric (as of Oct 2024) | Figure | |------------------------|--------| | | 3.8 M | | Twitch followers | 1.1 M | | Average live‑stream concurrent viewers | 120 k–250 k (peak) | | Twitter/X followers | 2.2 M | | Instagram followers | 1.5 M | | Monthly merch revenue | ≈ US$ 350 k | | Charity funds raised (total) | ≈ US$ 1.2 M | Despite appearing in only one major arc, Alice