The third season of "Laid-Back Camp△," a story about high school girls who enjoy camping, is scheduled to air in April 2024. Both the first and second seasons of the anime were well-received, and the movie adaptation also garnered popularity. The live-action TV drama also garnered attention. Famous actresses star in the drama, drawing attention even from those who haven't seen the anime. This time, we'd like to introduce the cast of the drama! Read on for background information if you haven't seen it yet, or a refresher if you've already seen it.
Laid-Back Camp△ TV Drama
The first season aired in January 2020, and the second season began airing in April 2021. The film's faithful reproduction of the original manga and anime series has garnered attention, with Yumiri Hanamori, who played Nadeshiko Kagamihara in the anime, commenting that she was "healed by her smile." Additionally, there are numerous scenes showcasing the beauty of nature, making the most of the live-action film's strengths. The high level of authenticity has garnered positive feedback, and the production staff and cast seem delighted. Next, we'll introduce the five main characters!
Haruka Fukuhara (Rin Shima)
Haruka Fukuhara has been active since her childhood, starring in the NHK morning drama "Maiagare!" She apparently studied the original manga and anime diligently even before filming began for the drama. She admitted that it was her first time playing a cool character like Shima Rin, and initially struggled to adapt to the role. She continued to work diligently to convey the feeling of being familiar with camping, and as a result, she received high praise from viewers and staff.
Ohara Yuno (Kagamihara Nadeshiko)
Ohara Yuno appeared as a child actor on "Tensai Terebikun" and also made headlines for singing the theme song for "Yo-kai Watch" as a member of Dream5. She began working as an actress in high school and also began her career as a gravure idol. She also attracted attention for her appearances on variety shows such as "Ariyoshi Hanseikai."
Tanabe Momoko (Oogaki Chiaki)
Tanabe Momoko was particularly notable among the cast for her high level of accuracy in portraying the character. Not only did she perfectly capture the character's appearance, but she also faithfully recreated Chiaki Oogaki's words, actions, and mannerisms, earning her the nickname "Oogaki in Oogaki's role." While filming the second season, she was also simultaneously filming "Girl Gun Lady" and "Rikokan," both of which have received critical acclaim. Her performance as the heroine's rival in "Rikokatsu" is particularly noteworthy. Recently, she has expanded her range of activities, throwing the ceremonial first pitch at a professional baseball game between the Yakult Swallows and Hiroshima Carp.
Yuna Yanai (Aoi Inuyama)
Yuna Yanai was once a finalist in the Miss Seventeen contest. She was later scouted and began working as a model and actress. She made her debut as a lead in "Snow Flower" and also appeared in "Class 3-A." Incidentally, Haruka Fukuhara also appeared in "Class 3-A." She became a hot topic after appearing as a Degawa Girl on the variety show "Sekai no Hate Made Itte Q!"
Sara Shida (Ena Saito)
Sara Shida was scouted and entered the entertainment industry when she was in the sixth grade of elementary school. After modeling, she began appearing in dramas and films as an actress. She also gained recognition for her role in the popular drama "Dragon Zakura," about a high school student aiming to enter Tokyo University. She has said that her dream is to become an actress who has no specific color and can transform into any color, and given Shida's range of acting, it seems that this dream is steadily coming true.
Summary of the Drama Cast
Looking at the cast of the drama version, you can see that the level of reproduction and perfection is extremely high. Combined with the actors' excellent acting skills, the drama is sure to be enjoyable for fans of the original manga and anime. Many of the actors have been active since they were child actors, and I believe their childhood experiences are put to good use in their acting. You can also enjoy the beauty of the scenery that only a live-action film can capture, so if you're interested, be sure to check out the drama version!
