Sora Amamiya, born August 28, 1993, in Tokyo, Japan, is a highly acclaimed voice actress, singer, and songwriter who has become one of the most recognizable talents in the Japanese entertainment industry. She is best known for her versatile vocal range and ability to bring both comedic and dramatic characters to life, having voiced leading roles in major anime franchises such as Elizabeth Liones in The Seven Deadly Sins, Aqua in KonoSuba, and Akame in Akame ga Kill!. Her career, which began in 2012 after she passed an audition held by the talent agency Music Ray'n, has been marked by rapid ascent and critical recognition, culminating in her winning the Best Rookie Actress Award at the 9th Seiyu Awards.
Amamiya's early breakthrough came with her first leading role as Kaori Fujimiya in the anime series One Week Friends, which established her as a promising newcomer. She quickly followed this with a string of high-profile performances, including the tragic Asseylum Vers Allusia in Aldnoah.Zero and the resilient Touka Kirishima in Tokyo Ghoul. Her portrayal of the perpetually useless but endearing goddess Aqua in KonoSuba became a fan favorite, showcasing her comedic timing and solidifying her status as a major voice actress. She further demonstrated her range with the emotionally charged role of the android Isla in Plastic Memories and the complex Sumire Yoshizawa in the video game Persona 5 Royal. More recently, she has taken on leading roles such as the determined Chizuru Ichinose in Rent-A-Girlfriend and the nocturnal vampire Nazuna Nanakusa in Call of the Night, proving her continued relevance in the industry.
Beyond her voice acting, Amamiya is a prominent figure in the music industry. She is a member of the successful music unit TrySail, alongside fellow voice actresses Momo Asakura and Shiina Natsukawa, with whom she has performed numerous theme songs and held sold-out concerts. Simultaneously, she has built a thriving solo career as a singer and songwriter, releasing four original albums, three compilation albums, and two cover albums as of 2025. Her music is influenced by a wide range of inspirations, including foreign musical styles and distinctive album cover art, allowing her to craft a unique artistic identity that complements her acting work. She frequently performs theme songs for the anime series in which she stars, further blurring the line between her two creative professions. With a career spanning over a decade, Sora Amamiya continues to be a dynamic and influential force in both voice acting and music, captivating audiences with her talent and versatility.