Actor Naoto Ogata appeared on the NHK morning information program "Asaichi" (General) broadcast on January 31st. His high-tension "Asadora reception" attracted the attention of viewers.
Ogata-san is currently appearing in the Asadora drama "Omusubi" (Monday to Saturday at 8:00am and other times) in the role of "Nabebe", a shoemaker named Watanabe Takao. He started off by introducing himself with high energy while doing the "gal peace sign" gesture, saying "Good morning. I'm Ogata Naoto, playing the role of Watanabe Takao. Choage!"
When Hakata Daikichi, a member of the comedy duo "Hakata Hanamaru and Daikichi" who serves as the newscaster, said, "It was okay even if you refused," Ogata blushed and said, "That's right. They told me to do it..." Naoko Suzuki, an announcer for the same station, also seemed unable to hide her surprise, saying, "I never thought they would actually do it."
On social media, comments included, "Ogata-san's energy lol," "He's really into it," "I had the impression he wasn't much of a talkative person, but he's actually a very cheerful person," "My image of him has completely changed," and "I can't stop staring at Ogata Naoto's wonderful smile."
