Ayano Mashiro - up-and-rising anisong singer to watch

Ayano Mashiro performed overseas for the first time in Singapore

Ayano Mashiro has a deep love for anime culture and her fans

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She has been in love with anime culture since young and is finally living the dream.Hokkaido-born singer Ayano Mashiro held her first performance outside of Japan over the weekend of June 20th and 21st, at the inauguralanime, comics and games (ACG) convention in Singapore. The up-and-rising singer has been invited to perform atin Los Angeles next, on July 4th.Making her major debut in 2014 with "", the opening tois the next big anisong singer to watch. She followed her debut with "", the opening theme to theanime and is set to release her third single, "" in the summer.We spoke to Ayano Mashiro about her, herand herThank you! I have previously performed live at many events in Japan. That was my first time performing overseas, and in Singapore too. Initially, I was very nervous.Personally, I like to get closer to my fans. I knew that anime culture was popular here but I had no idea what to expect. Thoughts were buzzing about in my head. "How would the turnout be? I can't speak English. What should I do?"However, my nervousness wore off once I felt the ardour and zest of the Singaporean fans.I got the feeling that many anime culture fans had been eagerly looking forward to my performance. I enjoyed myself and had a lot of fun.The title was decided by the lyricist. There was an emphasis to include the word "" in the title to reflect my name "".As for the word "ideal", it is a target for me to strive towards- to give my best in everything that I do.Yes, I absolutely loved singing when I was young. I also used to watch many animes and listen to many anisongs when I was younger. Anime has become a part of my being.I'm very thankful that I can be an anisong singer now. It is a dream come true for me.I feel that anime fans treasure the culture a lot. I like that they hold it as something special and close to their hearts. I hope that my songs will hold a special place in people's hearts toosomething that can change their lives.Singing anisongs also gives me a broader world view. I want to get closer to the world and the many anime fans around the globe.Hmm, let me recall... The first CD which I purchased was Nami Tamaki's "Believe" (Gundam Seed's opening). I think that marked the beginning of my anisong journey. I'm glad that I could make it to where I am today- singing anisongs for a career.I'm also delighted to be able to meet so many happy fans at every event. I find it amazing hearing how people can be so deeply impacted by anisongs.Definitely! I would love to sing for Gundam if I get the chance to!I watch anime quite frequently. Occasionally, I would head out to(manga cafes) to read manga and books.I also love watching movies! Sometimes, I would watch movies alone. I do many activites by myself most of the time.I love Singapore! It has grown on me a lot! I would love to return here, perform at more events and meet my fans!I hope that more people will come to enjoy anime culture and enjoy my live performance. I will do my best to be back here again!We sure hope to see Ayano Mashiro back in Singapore again soon! Not next year, but this year! With her energetic performance and powerful vocals, she never fails at commanding a crowd. Not to mention that she is really adorable and cute too!If there's one important thing she taught us, it's "" (Very Fun!)for ourof Ayano's first overseas live performance in Singapore in the days ahead!--Interview article by XDantheManX Online Interview pictures taken by Roaming Dog Stage pictures copyright CharaExpo 2015 Zaku picture copyright Ayano Mashiro's Twitter