‘Naomi Farm,’ a weekly program aired every Thursday at 10 PM on BS Nippon TV, closely follows actress Naomi Zaizen’s authentic country life. The August 13 (Thu) 10 PM broadcast features the Zaizen family’s summer break! This year’s annual tradition of nagashi somen includes a new addition—the watermelon splitting tournament! Experience a delightful slice of summer.

The Zaizen Family’s Nagashi Somen Starts with Cutting Bamboo!

At Naomi Farm in Oita Prefecture, this summer is scorching hot—so the family wraps up farming early to cool off! We bring you a heartwarming summer moment as the Zaizen family enjoys handmade nagashi somen and watermelon splitting.

It all begins with cutting bamboo! The bamboo selected by Grandpa’s expert eye isn’t just used for flowing noodles—it’s cut, shaved, roasted, and polished into bowls and chopsticks.

They enjoy the somen with a special plum soy sauce—an absolute delicacy! This magical sauce makes even the hottest, appetite-lacking days enjoyable, encouraging everyone to eat more.

An Unexpected Incident During Watermelon Splitting!?

After the meal comes watermelon splitting! Blindfolded, holding a stick, spinning around… it turns out to be surprisingly difficult.

Finally, the watermelon cracks open—time to sprinkle salt and dig in… when suddenly, an unexpected incident occurs!?

Laughter never stops—join the Zaizen family for another joyful day.

About 'Naomi Farm'

Amid the pandemic and work-style reforms, terms like slow living, countryside life, and dual-residence lifestyles have become mainstream, rapidly transforming modern lifestyles. Actress Naomi Zaizen has already been practicing this lifestyle in her hometown of Oita for over 15 years, drawing widespread attention. This program offers full, uncensored access to the Zaizen family—no scripts, no plans. What does their authentic life truly look like?

[Program Overview]

Program Name: Naomi Farm

Broadcast Date & Time: August 13, 2026 (Thu), 10:00–10:30 PM

Broadcast Channel: BS Nippon TV / BS Nippon TV 4K

Cast: Naomi Zaizen, JP (Narrator)

Program Content: A lifestyle documentary offering unscripted, unplanned glimpses into actress Naomi Zaizen and her family’s slow living in their hometown of Oita.

Official Website: https://www.bs4.jp/naominouen/

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