What did rookie instructor "Machida" say to problem child "Kanata"...? Boat Race 2026 CM Series "Zero to Pro: The Story of Instructor Machida" Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro"
The BOATRACE Promotion Association will release Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" of the 2026 Boat Race CM series "Zero to Pro: The Story of Instructor Machida," starring Keita Machida and others, from May 1st. It depicts the bond between problem child Kanata and rookie instructor Machida, and includes cast interviews and a campaign.
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The BOATRACE Promotion Association (Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo) will release Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" of the Boat Race 2026 CM series "Zero to Pro: The Story of Instructor Machida," starring Keita Machida, First Summer Uika, Katsuhisa Namase, Kanata Hosoda, Seira Anzai, and Haruto Yoshida, from Friday, May 1, 2026.
Kanata's clumsy but straightforward feelings, and the passionate guidance of the instructors are also noteworthy!
Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" centers on the story of problem child "Kanata" and rookie instructor "Machida." Despite his big talk, "Kanata" struggles to keep up with the training at the academy. How will "Machida", as an instructor, accept "Kanata"'s straightforward desire to desperately cling on? Machida and Hosoda powerfully portray the instructor and trainee who formed a "bond" after an accident. Also, pay attention to the enthusiastic guidance of female instructor "Uika" and veteran instructor "Namase."
In a post-filming interview, Machida, Hosoda, and Anzai, who enlivened Episode 5, talked about their "experiences overcoming weaknesses." Please also pay attention to this.
■CM Story
Kanata, who entered the academy boasting, "I came here to become a prize king!" struggled not only in academic classes but also in boat training. Rookie instructor Machida, while bewildered, carefully watched Kanata's situation. Kanata, eager to become a professional no matter what, desperately sought guidance from female instructor Uika and chief instructor Namase.
Despite his earnest efforts, Kanata capsized again during boat training that day, inadvertently revealing his frustration. Machida, who rushed to the rescue boat, asked, "You're going to be a prize king, aren't you?" and extended a hand to Kanata. "...Yes!" Kanata replied powerfully, grasping Machida's hand. It was the moment a "bond" was formed between the straightforward rookie instructor and the big-mouthed problem child.
Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" Overview
■Title: "Zero to Pro: The Story of Instructor Machida" Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" (12 episodes in total)
■Broadcast Start Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
■Broadcast Area: Nationwide
■Music: BLUE ENCOUNT "Genjitsu" (newly written)
■CM Site: https://lets-boatrace.jp/entertainment/cm/
■Viewing URL: https://youtu.be/3liY4GQ8H3Y?si=HO0-IxCXPELh8VPJ
■CM Cuts
Cast Interview (excerpt)
■Please tell us about your "experiences overcoming weaknesses."
Hosoda-san:
When I was little, I couldn't stand the smell of cars. You know that stuffy, car-specific smell?
Anzai-san:
How did you overcome it?
Hosoda-san:
It's familiarity (everyone laughs). When I was in elementary school, I couldn't stand that smell and easily got carsick. I guess I started riding in cars more often when I became a high school student. My tolerance for the smell started to build up, and now I don't get carsick anymore.
Anzai-san:
I used to be bad at waking up in the morning. But I was late only once in my life, a really big delay.
Machida-san:
So bad at it (laughs). How did you overcome it?
Anzai-san:
I learned the hard way once (everyone laughs). I realized I'd get scolded, or cause trouble for others, so I became able to wake up immediately (gesturing to wake up quickly). I couldn't get on a plane for two and a half hours because of a big delay. I thought, "Oh no, oh no!" and caused trouble for those around me.
Machida-san:
For me... printed words (laughs). I'm not good at reading books, and I enjoy moving my body more. I've always done that, but for some reason, I ended up in this job where I read a lot of books (everyone laughs).
Hosoda-san:
Is it like you got used to it through scripts?
Machida-san:
When it came to doing it, I had to read. And also, I hadn't read many books before, but when I tried reading them, I thought, "It's interesting, isn't it?" When I encounter such works a few times, reading becomes much more interesting from then on.
CM Release Campaign
A campaign is being held where you can win "Takashimaya Rose Selection The BEST GIFT WJ Course (tax included 22,990 yen equivalent, including system fee)" and "Amazon Gift Card 3,000 yen"! You can apply from various official SNS accounts during the period from Friday, May 1, 2026, to Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6 PM. For details, please visit the campaign site!
URL: https://lets-boatrace.jp/entertainment/cm/cp/2026episode/
Keywords:
Kanata's clumsy but straightforward feelings, and the passionate guidance of the instructors are also noteworthy!
Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" centers on the story of problem child "Kanata" and rookie instructor "Machida." Despite his big talk, "Kanata" struggles to keep up with the training at the academy. How will "Machida", as an instructor, accept "Kanata"'s straightforward desire to desperately cling on? Machida and Hosoda powerfully portray the instructor and trainee who formed a "bond" after an accident. Also, pay attention to the enthusiastic guidance of female instructor "Uika" and veteran instructor "Namase."
In a post-filming interview, Machida, Hosoda, and Anzai, who enlivened Episode 5, talked about their "experiences overcoming weaknesses." Please also pay attention to this.
■CM Story
Kanata, who entered the academy boasting, "I came here to become a prize king!" struggled not only in academic classes but also in boat training. Rookie instructor Machida, while bewildered, carefully watched Kanata's situation. Kanata, eager to become a professional no matter what, desperately sought guidance from female instructor Uika and chief instructor Namase.
Despite his earnest efforts, Kanata capsized again during boat training that day, inadvertently revealing his frustration. Machida, who rushed to the rescue boat, asked, "You're going to be a prize king, aren't you?" and extended a hand to Kanata. "...Yes!" Kanata replied powerfully, grasping Machida's hand. It was the moment a "bond" was formed between the straightforward rookie instructor and the big-mouthed problem child.
Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" Overview
■Title: "Zero to Pro: The Story of Instructor Machida" Episode 5 "Aspiration to be a Pro" (12 episodes in total)
■Broadcast Start Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
■Broadcast Area: Nationwide
■Music: BLUE ENCOUNT "Genjitsu" (newly written)
■CM Site: https://lets-boatrace.jp/entertainment/cm/
■Viewing URL: https://youtu.be/3liY4GQ8H3Y?si=HO0-IxCXPELh8VPJ
■CM Cuts
Cast Interview (excerpt)
■Please tell us about your "experiences overcoming weaknesses."
Hosoda-san:
When I was little, I couldn't stand the smell of cars. You know that stuffy, car-specific smell?
Anzai-san:
How did you overcome it?
Hosoda-san:
It's familiarity (everyone laughs). When I was in elementary school, I couldn't stand that smell and easily got carsick. I guess I started riding in cars more often when I became a high school student. My tolerance for the smell started to build up, and now I don't get carsick anymore.
Anzai-san:
I used to be bad at waking up in the morning. But I was late only once in my life, a really big delay.
Machida-san:
So bad at it (laughs). How did you overcome it?
Anzai-san:
I learned the hard way once (everyone laughs). I realized I'd get scolded, or cause trouble for others, so I became able to wake up immediately (gesturing to wake up quickly). I couldn't get on a plane for two and a half hours because of a big delay. I thought, "Oh no, oh no!" and caused trouble for those around me.
Machida-san:
For me... printed words (laughs). I'm not good at reading books, and I enjoy moving my body more. I've always done that, but for some reason, I ended up in this job where I read a lot of books (everyone laughs).
Hosoda-san:
Is it like you got used to it through scripts?
Machida-san:
When it came to doing it, I had to read. And also, I hadn't read many books before, but when I tried reading them, I thought, "It's interesting, isn't it?" When I encounter such works a few times, reading becomes much more interesting from then on.
CM Release Campaign
A campaign is being held where you can win "Takashimaya Rose Selection The BEST GIFT WJ Course (tax included 22,990 yen equivalent, including system fee)" and "Amazon Gift Card 3,000 yen"! You can apply from various official SNS accounts during the period from Friday, May 1, 2026, to Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6 PM. For details, please visit the campaign site!
URL: https://lets-boatrace.jp/entertainment/cm/cp/2026episode/
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