■Daigo Nishihata looks full of spirit in his first topknot look! “I want to keep up with Matsudaira-san.”
Naniwa Danshi’s Daigo Nishihata will appear in the drama “New Abarenbo Shogun” starring Ken Matsudaira, which will start airing on TV Asahi from January 4th.
Nishihata plays Ieshige, the eldest son of the main character, Tokugawa Yoshimune (Matsudaira). He takes on the “difficult role” of blocking his dominant hand and demonstrating unique maneuverability with his left arm.
■Is the “mysterious man” who freely wields a western sword rapier the eldest son of Yoshimune, Ieshige?
Ieshige, played by Nishihata, is the eldest son of a candidate for the next general, but due to illness he cannot move his right arm and is unable to speak smoothly.
Due to the frustration of not being able to speak or speak properly, I tend to stay in my villa. He showed no interest in politics, and as a result, there were voices within the castle recommending that his second son, who was both a literary and military expert, become his successor, and Yoshimune was also worried about the issue of succession.
One day, Yoshimune goes into town as Shinnosuke, encounters a commotion, and meets a man who freely wields a Western sword, the Rapier. The man who calls himself “Tokunaga Fukutaro”, the third son of a merchant family in a polite tone, is none other than his son, Ieshige.
Did you know that he had secretly slipped out of the castle and interacted with the common people just like you? What’s more, Ieshige, who was supposed to be incapable of even holding a sword, was able to mow down the thugs with his flexible movements and speak the Edo language fluently. are speaking. Yoshimune is shocked by this sudden and unbelievable situation, but what exactly happened to Ieshige?
■Daigo Nishihata challenges a left-handed sword fight! “I’ll show you how to fight overlapping houses”
While working as a member of Naniwa Danshi, Nishihata has also shown his presence as an actor in a variety of dramas and movies, including morning dramas and the movie Doctor X FINAL, which has just been released nationwide.
His experience with period dramas was in “Hissatsu Jobinin” (2022/TV Asahi/Asahi Broadcasting), where he played the role of a young painter, but in this work he plays the heir of the Shogun family. When he received the offer, he said, “I never expected to be chosen to play the eldest son of Yoshimune, played by Mr. Matsudaira, so I was really surprised.However, I am very happy to be able to join a historical work that has been loved for a long time.” ”He revealed that he was surprised but decided to take on the challenge.
This is the first time she’s worn a topknot, but says, “I feel relaxed by wearing habutae (the cloth that serves as the base of the wig).Especially when shooting early in the morning, I feel like my eyes open up.” “I’m helping you,” he said with great enthusiasm.
In addition to acting, Nishihata also focuses on the sword fight scenes, which are one of the highlights of this work. Ieshige has a disability in his right hand, so he has to use his left arm to wield the sword, and Nishihata says, “At first, I was worried whether I would be able to perform a sword fight with my left hand without using my dominant right hand.” I’m confused too.
At that time, he was overwhelmed when he saw Matsudaira’s powerful sword fight, and was inspired to keep up. He trains steadily, consciously using his left hand even in his daily life, and is working hard to show him how to fight in an overlapping manner.
■I want to keep up with my first collaboration with Ken Matsudaira! Matsudaira also praised Nishihata’s sincere acting!
This is the first time he has co-starred with Matsudaira, who plays the lead role, and he said, “Every word has weight, and he plays a role that makes you feel the history of playing Yoshimune for many years.I feel like I have to follow along.” He has great respect for his dignified “father.”
Regarding director Takashi Miike, who will be working with him for the first time, he says, “At first I thought he looked scary (lol),” but added, “When I talked to him, he was a very frank person and gave me useful advice. I am truly grateful for all the support,” he said, expressing his gratitude. “Despite being physically disabled and the eldest son of the shogunate, Ieshige is not well-regarded by those around him.Every day I think about how well I can express his feelings as he lives with various burdens on his shoulders. “I’m taking on the challenge of filming,” he says, facing the role of Ieshige with all his heart.
Regarding Nishihata, Matsudaira said, “Mr. Nishihata has an elegant appearance and is perfect for the role of a family executive.When he goes out into town as Fukutaro, his crisp acting is also wonderful, and he breathes a fresh breeze into the work.” .
“His left-handed sword fighting was also a masterpiece.He took on the difficult role with sincerity, and I feel like, “I’m so happy right now,”” he said, quoting a line from the movie, and praising him from his father’s perspective. was.
In the drama, the deep and heartbreaking feud between Yoshimune and Ieshige causes great turmoil, and eventually a terrifying conspiracy approaches the Shogun family. Be sure to check out the broadcast on January 4th to find out what kind of incident will happen.
In addition to Nishihata, this work also features a gorgeous cast, befitting a New Year’s drama. Additional cast members will be announced from time to time.
■Comments from Daigo Nishihata (role of Ieshige Tokugawa/Fukutaro Tokunaga)
Q: Please tell me how you felt when you received the offer.
I never expected to be chosen as the eldest son of Yoshimune, played by Ken Matsudaira, so I was really surprised. I am very happy to be able to be a part of this historical work that has been loved for so long.
Ieshige, the character I play, has a physical disability and is not well-received by those around him, despite being the eldest son of the Shogun family. Every day, I take on the challenge of photographing, thinking about how well I can express the feelings of a man who lives with various burdens on his shoulders.Q: Please tell us your impressions of co-starring with Matsudaira Ken, the lead actor, for the first time.
Mr. Matsudaira’s every word carries weight, and his acting gives a sense of his long history of playing Yoshimune. I am trying my best to keep up with this.Q: This is your first time showing off your topknot. How do you feel about it?
This is my first time appearing in a historical drama wearing a habutae (the cloth that serves as the base for a wig). At first, it was difficult to adjust the eyebrows, and I had a hard time because I was sometimes warned not to raise my eyebrows. However, wearing habutae makes me feel calmer. Especially when shooting early in the morning, I feel like my eyes open up quickly, which is helpful.Q: You have been involved in a unique sword fight in which you wield a Western sword with your left hand. How do you feel about it?
Ieshige fights with a Western sword called a rapier, but at first I was very nervous about whether he would be able to perform sword fights with his left hand instead of using his right hand. At that time, when I saw Matsudaira-san’s sword fight scene, it was so amazing that it was just as expected… I realized that I had to keep up, and since then I have been conscious of using my left hand in my life. I want to firmly show how Iedagi fights and the justice of Iedagi.Q: This is your first meeting with director Takashi Miike, what is your impression of him?
I had seen many of Miike’s works, so I thought it was a great honor, but Miike’s works are violent and he’s a scary person, so at first I thought it looked scary (lol). However, when I talked to him, he was a very frank and soft-hearted person. I’m really grateful that he gave me a lot of useful advice on set, such as “I want you to look like this” and “I want you to look at me from this angle.”Q: Please give a message to the viewers.
I’m glad to know that “Abarenbo Shogun” is such a flashy and interesting work and to be a part of it. Whether you’re seeing “Abarenbo Shogun” for the first time or you’ve been supporting it for a long time, I think it’s a work that you’ll enjoy, so please take a look.
Program information
tv asahi Drama Premium “New Abarenbo Shogun”
2025
01/04 (Sat) 21:00~
Starring: Ken Matsudaira, Daigo Nishihata (Naniwa Danshi), and others
Screenplay: Mika Omori
Director: Takashi Miike
Production: TV Asahi Toei
“New Abarenbo Shogun” program site
https://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/abarenbo-shogun/
Naniwa Danshi OFFICIAL SITE
https://starto.jp/s/p/artist/56
https://www.storm-labels.co.jp/s/js/artist/J0011
