Masahiro Motoki Discusses 60 Years of Life and Acting: Behind the Scenes of Cannes Film 'Black Fortress' and Thoughts on His 60th Birthday Photo Book, Appearing for 4 Consecutive Days on J-WAVE's 'TALK TO NEIGHBORS'

Actor Masahiro Motoki, J-WAVE 'TALK TO NEIGHBORS' Navigator Tomoko Chris

The program 'TALK TO NEIGHBORS' (Navigator: Tomoko Chris), broadcast on radio station J-WAVE (81.3FM) every Monday to Thursday from 13:00, will feature actor Masahiro Motoki as a guest for four days this week, from Monday, June 1 to Thursday, June 4.

'TALK TO NEIGHBORS' is a program where Tomoko Chris invites 'people she wants to meet or hear from now' and engages in a 30-minute in-depth conversation. Tomoko Chris, who has hosted many guests as a J-WAVE navigator, draws out words that can only be heard in that moment, developing a more intimate talk.

The broadcast on Monday, June 1, starts with the topic of the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, which Motoki attended for his starring film 'Black Fortress' (released on Friday, June 19). He talked about the atmosphere of Cannes, which was his first time, and his sense of achievement after the screening.

The broadcast on Tuesday, June 2, delves into his 60th birthday commemorative photo book 'awai 刹那と永遠のまにまに' (released on Friday, June 12). He discussed his relationship with photographer Kazuhiro Nakamura, whom he met in his 20s and reunited with just before turning 60, the photo shoots in Kyoto, Tokyo, and London—places significant to Motoki—and the world of words he himself wrote. He also revealed his personality and his thoughts on acting.

Today's broadcast on Wednesday, June 3, will feature more talk about the production background of the photo book. It will also cover behind-the-scenes stories of the photo shoot at a Kyoto hotel and his feelings about visiting India in his 20s. Furthermore, he will discuss a certain saying of his mother-in-law, Kirin Kiki, and his surprisingly fond habit of 'ego-searching'.

Then, on the final day, tomorrow, Thursday, June 4, the broadcast will focus on his starring film 'Black Fortress'. It will explore director Kiyoshi Kurosawa's vision for his first period drama, his direction of the cast, the now-rare studio filming, and the unique Kyoto locations, delving into the behind-the-scenes of the film.

Past broadcasts can be listened to via radiko time-free, and please enjoy the final day's broadcast as well.

Additionally, to commemorate the publication of Masahiro Motoki's 60th birthday photo book 'awai 刹那と永遠のまにまに', a photo exhibition titled '"awai" Masahiro Motoki × Kazuhiro Nakamura Photo Exhibition' will be held at NONLECTURE books/arts in Shibuya, Tokyo, starting Thursday, June 11.

Furthermore, ahead of the photo exhibition, a talk event featuring Masahiro Motoki and photographer Kazuhiro Nakamura will be held on Wednesday, June 10. The event will be moderated by Tomoko Chris, the navigator of 'TALK TO NEIGHBORS'.

The talk event will also be recorded and is scheduled to be distributed as a podcast of 'TALK TO NEIGHBORS' on Wednesday, June 17. Please check it out along with the broadcast.

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▼Program podcast version here

https://j-wave.podcast.sonicbowl.cloud/podcast/3f6ddcd0-befd-444f-9c03-73588c73bf8a/

【Program Overview】

Station: J-WAVE (81.3FM)

Program Name: TALK TO NEIGHBORS

Broadcast Date & Time: Monday, June 1 – Thursday, June 4, 2026, 13:00–13:30

Navigator: Tomoko Chris

Guest: Masahiro Motoki

Program Website: https://www.j-wave.co.jp/original/talktoneighbors/

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