A major change has been announced for Genshin Impact’s upcoming character Ifa, as his Japanese voice actor is being replaced before his official debut.
According to Gamerant, Showtaro Morikubo—who previously voiced Ifa in voice-over mentions—will be replaced by Junta Terashima in Version 5.5.
This unexpected change has sparked fan speculation about Morikubo’s potential retirement, especially since he recently stepped down from other major gaming roles.
Let’s break down why Ifa’s VA is being replaced, who his new actor is, and what this means for his upcoming release.
🎤 Who is Ifa’s New Voice Actor?
✔ Previous VA: Showtaro Morikubo 🎙️
✔ New VA: Junta Terashima 🎙️
✔ Reason for Change: Officially listed as “various circumstances” 🤔
💡 Terashima is best known for voicing:
- Code in Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
- Hyoga Yukimura in Inazuma Eleven
Why Fans Think Morikubo is Retiring
- Morikubo has been in anime and gaming voice acting for nearly three decades.
- He recently stepped down from another major gaming role in Arknights.
- His departure from Genshin Impact has fueled speculation that he may be retiring from the industry.
🎯 What This Means for Ifa: While his voice may change, Ifa’s design, story, and combat style remain the same.
🌪️ Ifa’s Role in Genshin Impact 5.6
✔ Element: Anemo 🌪️
✔ Model Type: Tall Male
✔ Aesthetic: Tech-inspired cowboy style
✔ Affiliation: Flower-Feather Clan (Saurian Veterinarian)
✔ Companion: Cacucu (a floating Qucusaurus assistant)
💡 Expected to debut in Genshin Impact 5.6, releasing May 7, 2025.
🔥 What Else is Coming in Genshin Impact 5.5?
✔ Varesa (5-star Electro Plunge DPS) & Iansan (4-star Electro Support) debut in Phase 1.
✔ A brand-new Natlan region – The Great Volcano of Tollan.
✔ Quality-of-life improvements, including quest tracking updates and Artifact system changes.
💡 Ifa’s first in-game appearance is set for 5.5, but he won’t be playable until 5.6!
📌 Final Thoughts – Does Ifa’s VA Change Matter?
✔ Junta Terashima is now the confirmed Japanese VA for Ifa.
✔ Showtaro Morikubo’s departure has sparked retirement rumors.
✔ Ifa is still set to debut in Genshin Impact 5.6, bringing a new Anemo playstyle to Natlan.
💬 Do you think this voice actor change will impact Ifa’s character? Are you excited for his release in 5.6? Let us know in the comments!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ifa’s VA Change in Genshin Impact
Why was Ifa’s Japanese voice actor replaced?
HoYoverse stated that Showtaro Morikubo was replaced due to ‘various circumstances,’ but did not give specific reasons.
Who is Ifa’s new Japanese voice actor?
Junta Terashima will now voice Ifa. He is known for roles such as Code in *Boruto* and Hyoga Yukimura in *Inazuma Eleven.*
When will Ifa be released in Genshin Impact?
Ifa will make his first in-game appearance in Version 5.5 but is expected to be a playable character in Version 5.6, launching May 7, 2025.
Will Ifa be playable in Genshin Impact 5.5?
No, Ifa will debut as an NPC in 5.5, but his playable version is expected in 5.6.
Is Showtaro Morikubo retiring from voice acting?
There is no official confirmation, but his recent departure from *Genshin Impact* and *Arknights* has sparked speculation about his retirement.
