Megumi Hayashibara (林原 めぐみ) is a Japanese voice actress, singer, lyricist and radio personality from Kita ward in Tokyo and is affiliated with self-founded Woodpark Office.
One of the most prominent Japanese voice actresses of the 1990s, Hayashibara is best known for her roles in Love Hina, Saber Marionette J, Ranma ½, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Cowboy Bebop, Slayers, Detective Conan, Pokémon, All Purpose Cultural Catgirl Nuku Nuku, Video Girl Ai, Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony, and Shaman King. Megumi is also known for being the voice for Hello Kitty in various Sanrio media including Hello Kitty: Ringo no Mori no Fantasy.