Seiyu Awards, Japan’s Biggest Voice Actor Awards, Set for March 2027

The 21st Seiyu Awards, one of Japan's major events celebrating voice actors, will hold its awards ceremony on March 13, 2027. Ahead of the ceremony, voting for the fan-selected MVS (Most Valuable Seiyu) category will begin on November 1, 2026.

Quick Summary

- The 21st Seiyu Awards ceremony will take place on March 13, 2027.
- Voting for MVS (Most Valuable Seiyu), a fan-selected category, opens on November 1, 2026.
- Winners across 14 categories, including the Lead Voice Actor Award and Supporting Voice Actor Award, will be announced at the ceremony and on the official website.
- At the 20th Seiyu Awards, Kikunosuke Toya and Shion Wakayama received the Lead Voice Actor Award, while Akira Ishida won MVS.

Fan-Voted MVS Opens Ahead of the 21st Seiyu Awards

The Seiyu Awards have been held every March since 2007, recognizing voice actors who have distinguished themselves during the year as well as veteran performers with long careers in the industry.

A total of 14 award categories are presented, including the Lead Voice Actor Award, Supporting Voice Actor Award, New Voice Actor Award, Singing Award and Game Award. Winners are announced during the awards ceremony and through the official website.

Among the categories, MVS (Most Valuable Seiyu) is selected through fan voting. Voting for the 21st awards will begin on November 1, 2026.

At the previous 20th Seiyu Awards, Kikunosuke Toya and Shion Wakayama received the Lead Voice Actor Award. Akira Ishida was selected as the MVS, while awards were also presented in categories covering music, games, foreign films and dramas, and long-standing contributions to the voice acting industry.

FAQ

Q1: When will the 21st Seiyu Awards be held?
A1: The awards ceremony is scheduled for March 13, 2027.

Q2: When does voting for MVS begin?
A2: Voting for MVS (Most Valuable Seiyu) begins on November 1, 2026.

Q3: What is MVS at the Seiyu Awards?
A3: MVS stands for Most Valuable Seiyu and is a category selected by fan voting.

Q4: How many categories are included in the Seiyu Awards?
A4: The awards feature 14 categories, with winners announced at the ceremony and on the official website.

Source : ORICON NEWS