Lemi Duncan

She has an extensive record of narration and appearances, including NHK Radio Language Course “Basic English 3” as a studio partner (2018–2019), NHK WORLD “BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life” as a regular reporter/narrator, NHK General “Arita P Omotenasu”, the film “Andalucia” (English narration), English educational materials (Eiken, Obunsha, Sanseido, etc.), corporate VP and web videos (Shiseido, ANA, Panasonic, KANSAI COLLECTION, etc.), and live concert narrations (THE LAST ROCKSTARS, L’Arc~en~Ciel), among many others.

A bilingual narrator and talent, she is half Japanese and half American, speaking both English and Japanese at a native level. She is highly versatile, covering TV, commercials, radio, games, web videos, and event MC work. She holds TOEIC 990, Eiken Grade 1, and JLPT N1 certifications, and also works as an interpreter and English supervisor.

With a long-standing career as a talent, her clear and radiant presence has also made her a popular choice for bridal shoots, frequently appearing as a model for brides.

[Bilingual Talent / Narrator / Reporter / MC / Actor]

Nationality: Japanese-American
Languages: Native-level Japanese & English
Specialties: Television & film reporting, narration, voice-over, on-camera talent, live MC, bilingual hosting, acting, corporate & educational videos

Overview

A highly experienced bilingual talent fluent in both Japanese and English, active as a narrator, reporter, TV personality, MC, and voice actor. Recognized for professionalism, versatility, and ability to perform across a wide range of genres including corporate presentations, live events, educational content, commercials, and drama.

NHK Radio Language Courses: Studio Partner for Basic English 3 (2018–2019).

Television / Reporting

NHK WORLD: Journeys in Japan (Reporter), Great Gear (Regular Reporter, 2017–2020), BOSAI: Science that can save your life (Regular Reporter, 2020–), Science View: Autonomous Driving to a Driverless Future (2023), Doctor’s Insight (Regular Reporter, 2021–), At One with Nature: National Parks of Japan Ise-Shima (2021), Japanology Plus (Reporter)

NHK / E-Tele: High School Communication English I, Omotenashi Immediate Response English (2020), Usable! Communicable Japanese

Other TV / Hosting: TV Asahi Onegai Ranking, Nikkei CNBC CHANNEL JAPAN US Special (Host), Nico Nico Channel YOSHIKI CHANNEL (Host / Interpreter / Reporter), BS Asahi CNN Saturday Night (Navigator/Reporter), Fuji TV Waratte Iitomo

Commercials / Web Ads
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (Cinema CM)
Coca-Cola Burn
Bel Blanche Tendo
Shiseido Hair Kitchen
TAKAMI Skin Peel
Japan National Consumer Affairs Center
2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo

Film / Acting
She’s Just a Shadow (Reporter)
TOKYO FANTASTY ~ SEKAI NO OWARI (Fukase’s Friend)
The INVESTOR (Lucy Brown)
English narration: Andalucia

Voice / Narration
NHK WORLD: Great Gear, Direct Talk, BOSAI, Shiroi Tsue no Ryugakusei, 3-Day Dare Devils, Saving Pristine Shores, Tokyo Life: In the Time of Corona, NINJA TRUTH, Her Story, Biz Stream
NHK General: Arita P Omotenasu, Versailles Palace in 2 Hours
Golf Network CS: Titles & Announcements
Hikari TV, BS Asahi, Fuji TV: Various narration & voice-over
TV & web commercial narration for ANA, Ajinomoto, Aflac, Sony, Softbank, Panasonic, Mitsui, JNTO, Kansai Collection, Kyoto University, and many more
Audio guides / in-house announcements for railways, museums, and commercial facilities

Radio
NHK Radio 2: Basic English 3 (2018–2019), High School Communication English III
NHK FM: Radio CrossOver (Sound Logo)
Hawaiian Airlines (Radio CM)

MC / Live Hosting
X JAPAN YOSHIKI YOSHIKI CHANNEL (2018–present) – Host & Interpreter
Corporate & Embassy Events (Abeam Consulting, EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 Japan, Globnar Place, Fujitsu Online Events)
Concert Narration: L’Arc~en~Ciel, THE LAST ROCKSTARS
Game live-stream MC: Last Cloudia TV, multiple collaboration specials

Modeling / Print Work
Bridal campaigns: Art Hotel Asahikawa, Agnes Aizu, Zenkyu Hotels, Bell Blanche, Rockheart Castle
Magazine / Catalogs: Axes Femme, Walker Plus, CASIO, Canon Medical Systems, Triumph, Nikon Digitutor, Pearlish, Blinky Lash, Milbon, LINE, Love Chrome
Educational / Corporate Video
English language materials: AEON, ECC, English Central, Tokyo Shoseki, Kirihara, JETRO, Eiken, Sanseido, Shufunotomo, Sundai
Corporate: Ajinomoto, NEC, NTT Docomo, ANA, Sony, Fujitsu, Mitsui, Kansai Collection, Kyoto University, JICA, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Video Games / Anime / Audiobooks
VALIANT TACTICS (Albert), Raid Lancer, Belluna – English CV
Last Cloudia (Sevia)
Nintendo Fishing Spirits
Audiobooks: Three Words in English, Life’s Relay Baton
Interpreter / English Supervision
English pronunciation coaching for films, music recording, live TV, and international guests (10+ years)
Panel interpreter: Wizard World Virtual Experiences (Marvel’s Runaways, GOTHAM), live filming, weddings, corporate meetings

Certifications & Skills
TOEIC 990, Eiken Grade 1, JLPT N1
Driver License (MT), Advanced Life Support Certification
PADI Rescue Diver
Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate (eCornell, 2019)
Hobbies & Interests
Travel, Kickboxing / Muay Thai (8 yrs), Boxing (7 yrs), Fitness, Diving, Vegan Lifestyle, Environmental Sustainability, Soccer & Futsal, Reading, Music & Film, Picnics