Mitsuko Araragi

Lore & Background

In Monogatari Series Second Season, Araragi's Mother appears in a domestic context, interacting with her son Koyomi. She is not listed in the filmography under any other Monogatari entries, suggesting her role is confined to this season. The voice actress Ai Orikasa, born December 12, 1963, is known for a wide range of roles including young boys and mothers, such as Michiko Minamoto in Doraemon. Her casting as Araragi's Mother aligns with her experience playing maternal figures.

Reader's Guide

She is voiced by Ai Orikasa, a veteran actress who has played diverse roles from young girls to mothers and boys. The character does not appear in other listed Monogatari entries, such as the earlier seasons or films, indicating a limited presence in the franchise.

Did You Know?

• Ai Orikasa, who voices Araragi's Mother, also voiced Ryoko from the Tenchi Muyo! series, which she cites as her most memorable anime role.
• Orikasa made her voice acting debut in 1988 playing the main character Cedie in Little Lord Fauntleroy.
• Her stage name 'Ai Orikasa' was created by staff members while they were in the restroom, and it implies her wish to be loved by everyone.
• Orikasa left Production Baobab in September 2011 and moved to Toshiyuki Morikawa's agency Axlone.