The seven-member idol group FRUITS ZIPPER has been confirmed to make their first appearance on "NHK Nodo Jiman" (NHK General TV, NHK AM, NHK FM, International Broadcasting, 12:15 PM JST) airing on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

"NHK Nodo Jiman," a long-running program with the theme "Your Town's, Everyone's Stage," delivers the singing voices of local residents nationwide via live broadcast. The September 27th broadcast will be from Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary as a city.

FRUITS ZIPPER, who made their debut at the "76th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen" last year and garnered attention for their performances that brought smiles and energy to Japan, will appear for the first time on this beloved national program for Sunday afternoons, enjoyed by a wide range of generations. They will listen to the contestants' singing and perform as guests.

FRUITS ZIPPER Mana Manaka Comment

I am very happy that FRUITS ZIPPER can participate in NHK's "Nodo Jiman," which has been running for 80 years.

As for myself, it's a program I watched with my whole family at my grandmother's house since I was little, so I'm really looking forward to hearing the wonderful singing voices of the participants in person!

Since we will also be performing, I will do my best to deliver a lot of "NEW KAWAII" not only to the participants but also to everyone watching!

Thank you very much.

<Event Outline>

Main Broadcast Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, 11:50 AM - 1:20 PM

Broadcast Schedule: Sunday, September 27, 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM (Live Broadcast) NHK General TV, NHK AM, NHK FM, International Broadcasting

*Simultaneous streaming and catch-up streaming (for one week after broadcast) will be available on NHK's internet service "NHK ONE."

*Broadcast schedule is subject to change.

Preliminary Audition: Saturday, September 26, 2026, Noon Start

Venue: Minamisoma Civic Cultural Hall Yumehat (2-28-1 Honcho, Haramachi Ward, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture)

Organizers: NHK Fukushima Broadcasting Station, Minamisoma City, Minamisoma City Cultural Promotion Foundation

Application URL: https://nhk.jp/fukushima

*FRUITS ZIPPER will not be participating in the preliminary audition held on Saturday, September 26th.

Program Official Website

https://www.nhk.jp/g/ts/N8GR183W9M/

<FRUITS ZIPPER Profile>

A seven-member idol group that debuted in April 2022 from ASOBISYSTEM's idol project "KAWAII LAB.", consisting of Amane Tsukiashi, Suzuka Chinzei, Yui Sakurai, Ruka Nakagawa, Mana Manaka, Karen Matsumoto, and Noel Hayase.

Their 2nd single "Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro" gained attention among Gen Z on TikTok, with approximately 3 billion views on TikTok and over 75 million views on the music video.

They have won the Japan Record Award for three consecutive years since 2023 and made their debut at the "76th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen."

In February 2026, they successfully held their first Tokyo Dome concert, and in June, they received the Best Girls Idol Culture Artist Award at the "MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026," Japan's largest international music award. They are currently on an arena tour visiting 13 cities and 16 venues since spring.

Official site: https://fruitszipper.asobisystem.com/

X: https://twitter.com/fruits_zipper

Instagram: https://instagram.com/fruits_zipper

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fruitszipper3040

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fruits_zipper

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FRUITSZIPPER/

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: エンタメ
  • Organizations: FRUITS ZIPPER / NHK / KAWAII LAB.