The new drama 'どーする? ごはん SEASON2' stars ASTRO's JinJin and explores his journey in Nagoya, airing January 27, 2026.
December/17/2025 15:41
The main visual for the Japanese version of the joint production drama '오늘은 뭐묵지? SEASON2 (Japanese title: どーする? ごはん SEASON2)' produced by TV Aichi and Korea's Busan MBC has been completed. JinJin from the popular Korean idol group ASTRO stars, and the visuals are refreshing as they tour famous spots in Aichi. In SEASON2, JinU meets new people and gourmet food in Nagoya, depicting his journey to regain his lost passion for music. Masayuki Furuya, known as an MC for Korean events, makes his acting debut in the drama. Additionally, Aichi native Sumipon (Takakura Sumire) and former AKB48 member Miho Miyazaki play key roles as Japanese sisters. Other luxurious guests, including Kondo Kumiko from Nicche, Matsumoto Gorgo from TIM, and Kaoru Nagata from MAG!C☆PRINCE, will appear in each episode. 'どーする? ごはん SEASON2' will start airing on TV Aichi on January 27, 2026, at 24:30, with all 10 episodes including the Korean version. Moreover, a special project closely following the filming will be aired on the Korean information program 'Furuya Masayuki's Korean Wave Class' before the drama's broadcast. JinJin commented, 'Hello everyone watching TV Aichi! I'm Park JinU! I'm really happy to meet you again after Season 1. We had fun filming, so please show us a lot of interest and love! Please look forward to 'どーする? ごはん SEASON2'!' When asked about his most memorable moment during filming in Japan, JinJin said, 'Inuyama Castle was personally the most impressive. The view from the castle was so beautiful that I still remember it.' When asked about the tastiest food he had while filming in Japan, JinJin replied, 'The curry udon in a Tokoname-yaki bowl was the most delicious. The taste of the curry was very good, and I felt a deeper flavor because it was in pottery, so it remains the most memorable.' Sumipon (Takakura Sumire), who plays An Tsukishima, commented, 'The atmosphere on set was very warm, and I was able to approach it with peace of mind from the first day. Even in the casual 'meal' scenes, natural conversations arose with the cast, making it feel like we were in the world of the drama even when the camera wasn't rolling. I could feel the staff carefully creating each moment of the eating scenes nearby, and it was a wonderful time. Also, the filming took place in Aichi, my hometown, which made me very happy. It's a drama that will warm your heart and make you want to eat with someone after watching it. I hope you can savor it slowly!' Miho Miyazaki, who plays Mai Tsukishima, commented, 'I'm Miho Miyazaki, playing the role of Mai Tsukishima. This time, I have many lines in Korean, and I practiced a lot for the pronunciation. JinJin-san gave me various advice during filming, which was very reassuring. I was also happy to be involved in such a work since I had a period of activity in Korea. Please watch it a lot!' Masato Yoshihara (BOYS AND MEN), who plays Masato, commented, 'I was first surprised by how well JinJin-san's Japanese had improved! Our conversations during breaks were lively, and I think we became closer as friends, adding depth to our roles! Don't miss the upgraded SEASON2, with luxurious guests and delicious food!' Masayuki Furuya, who plays Hiroshi the bakery manager, commented, 'I've been active as an MC for about 30 years, but this time, I was honored to receive a role with proper lines as an actor. Moreover, I am just grateful to share time in the world of drama with JinJin-san, with whom I've worked many times since my debut. You should be able to feel the warmth he brings to the filming set throughout the drama. I hope you enjoy the atmosphere he creates rather than my acting.' Broadcast information: '오늘은 뭐묵지? SEASON2 (Japanese title: どーする? ごはん SEASON2)'. [Broadcast date] TV Aichi, January 27, 2026, at 24:30 - all 10 episodes including Korean production are scheduled to air (Busan MBC from November 27, 2025). [Production and copyright] Busan MBC, TV Aichi. [Main filming locations for the Japanese version] Centrair, Sakae, Arimatsu, Tokoname, Inuyama, Shinojima. [Catch-up distribution] Scheduled for TVer, Locipo. [Japanese version Episode 2] Kumiko Iwai, Masayuki Furuya, Kumiko Kondo (Nicche). [Japanese version Episode 3] Matsumoto Gorgo (TIM), Shoya Suganuma. [Japanese version Episode 4] Kaoru Nagata (MAG!C☆PRINCE), Yu Hamura, Myunghwa. [Japanese version Episode 5] Ryosuke Tadaki, Keiko Sakata. [Story] JinU, who aims to be a singer but struggles with results, continues to work part-time in Busan while troubled by his music activities. He receives an invitation from Japanese singer Masato, with whom he co-starred in the previous work, and lands in Nagoya again. JinU experiences various encounters and happenings in Aichi. Eating, traveling, and meeting people. The accumulation of small experiences in Japan strengthens his feelings for music, which he had lost confidence in. 'Furuya Masayuki's Korean Wave Class' [Broadcast date] January 7, 2026, at 24:00 - catch-up distribution on Locipo after broadcast. [Related links] Program homepage.
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