The latest episode of the popular Fuji TV talk show 'Bokura no Jidai' aired on January 5, engaging viewers with light-hearted banter among its guests and insights about the highly anticipated drama 'Nihon Ichi no Saitei Otoko', set to premiere on January 9.
Starring actors Shingo Katori and Jun Shison along with model-actress Ai Tominaga, the trio shared amusing anecdotes and personal experiences reflecting their lives both on and off screen. Katori kicked off the conversation mentioning his recent experience as a judge for the Junon Boys contest. "I found it interesting," he stated, which prompted Shison to inquire, "Aren't you interested in producing?" Katori's prompt response drew laughter from his co-stars: "That would mean managing a boy band or something? No way, I’d hate the responsibility!"
During the segment, Katori also opened up about his private life, explaining how he values his downtime. He remarked, "I tend to make sure I take at least one solid break each year, even during my time on ‘Waratte Iitomo!’ where you might find me absent. I usually travel, mainly abroad." This declaration guided the conversation toward casual pastimes among the guests.
Tominaga shared her tendency to keep things low-key, stating, "I'm not much for parties or hosting gatherings at home; I prefer to stay under the radar." Shison echoed her sentiments, adding, "I’m pretty introverted too." Katori humorously interjected, claiming, "Surprisingly, I’m quite the opposite! I have people coming and going all the time." Tominaga questioned this aspect of his lifestyle, and Katori clarified, "It’s true; they’re not from the entertainment world—they're just my non-showbiz friends."
Despite enjoying quieter social days away from the industry, Katori revealed another interesting twist: "Every day is like 'Daily Fun' for me!" This brought about more laughter, particularly when Tominaga wondered how Katori managed to memorize his lines amid all this enjoyable chaos. To which Katori remarked, "I don’t even bother to look at the script at home. I leave my work at work!"
Astonished, Tominaga countered, "But you have to memorize!" Katori shrugged off the remark, insisting, "Makeup artists say I read the script as soon as I get to the set, which is pretty impressive." Shison chimed in, pathing Katori, "That’s amazing!" Katori remained modest, saying it’s really not so remarkable.
This spontaneous atmosphere encapsulated the essence of the show, allowing both guests and viewers to connect more deeply with the stars' personalities. Each guest contributed to creating not only promotional excitement around their drama but also showcasing facets of their characters and lives beyond their public personas.
With its blend of humor and camaraderie, the episode perfectly set the stage for 'Nihon Ichi no Saitei Otoko', teasing elements of the drama's plot without divulging too much, keeping audiences eager for its debut. Engaging shows like this serve as reminders of the importance of personality and relatability, particularly for those working within the competitive entertainment industry.
This interaction not only highlights the undeniable chemistry between Katori, Shison, and Tominaga but also sets the tone for their collaborative energy moving forward as they promote their upcoming series. Fans eagerly anticipate how their palpable enthusiasm will translate on-screen as 'Nihon Ichi no Saitei Otoko' promises to deliver entertainment infused with this charm.