[NHK Culture] Character Designer Isao Tsuge Talk Series Vol. 3! Guest: Actress/Model Marie Iitoyo!

Isao Tsuge is a 'Character Designer' who has comprehensively created the charm of characters, including character concepts, costumes, and hair/makeup, for numerous topical works such as NHK's popular drama series 'Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan,' Taiga dramas, and the Netflix film '10DANCE.'

Marie Iitoyo appeared as Kyoka Izumi in 'Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan,' where Tsuge was in charge of character design. In the latest series 'Kyoka Izumi Doesn't Keep Quiet,' Kyoka Izumi, played by Ms. Iitoyo, becomes the protagonist. This is an original story written by Tomotaro Seki and Kentaro Hirase of the globally acclaimed director collective '5 Gatsu,' with cooperation on the script from the original author, Hirohiko Araki.

In this talk, they will unravel the essence of beauty and their respective views on beauty through their experiences and episodes of working on the production together. They will specifically discuss the costumes of Kyoka Izumi, which attract attention in every episode. The venue will also feature an exhibition of Kyoka Izumi's costumes and design drawings.

Drama Broadcast Information: [NHK General] May 4, 2026 (Mon/Holiday) 9:30 PM - 10:30 PM 'Kyoka Izumi Doesn't Keep Quiet'

Event Details: Character Designer Isao Tsuge Talk Series 'Bjin Hyakuyo - Unraveling Beauty' Lecturer: Isao Tsuge (Character Designer) Guest: Marie Iitoyo (Actress/Model) Format: Venue & Online Venue: NHK Culture Center Aoyama Classroom Date: May 12, 2026 (Tue) 19:00 - 20:30 Fees: Classroom Attendance: Member 6,300 yen / General 7,000 yen Online Participation: 4,400 yen