Naoto Takenaka as Guest on 'Takuya Kimura Flow'!

Takuya Kimura's regular radio program 'Takuya Kimura Flow' (broadcast every Sunday from 11:30 to 11:55 on TOKYO FM and 37 other JFN stations nationwide) will welcome actor, film director, and musician Naoto Takenaka as a guest for four consecutive weeks on July 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2026. Don't miss these lively and rich conversations!

For the July 2026 edition of 'Takuya Kimura Flow', the monthly guest is Naoto Takenaka, active as an actor, film director, and musician. It has been 23 years since they co-starred in the drama 'GOOD LUCK!!'. Now, 46-year-old Takenaka and 30-year-old Kimura at the time reunite, sharing memories from back then as well as their current activities—expect a full month of engaging dialogue.

The program will explore Takenaka's unique career path, from his days deeply immersed in filmmaking during art college, his breakout as an amateur comedian, joining a theater troupe, to starring in the historical drama 'Hideyoshi'. The conversation will also include anecdotes about interactions with major Showa-era actors—complete with impersonations—as well as stories about musicians like Seiji Kineko, and talk about his upcoming film 'Ghost of Ueno', set for release in August. Also not to be missed: each guest's personal 'philosophy of acting' and Takenaka's 'one song that defines his life'—distinctive content only 'Flow' can deliver!

[Program Information]

◇Title: 'Takuya Kimura Flow'

◇Network: JFN network, 38 stations nationwide including TOKYO FM

◇Broadcast Time: Every Sunday, 11:30–11:55

◇Host: Takuya Kimura

◇Sponsors: Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, ECC

◇Program Description: 'Takuya Kimura Flow' invites guests close to Takuya Kimura to explore how they navigate life with flexibility and resilience, uncovering the inner strength and charm each guest holds. The title 'Flow' refers to a term from Kimura's beloved surfing, symbolizing 'riding the waves with grace'.

◇Program Website: https://www.tfm.co.jp/flow/