The 'W Jinai' Duo Together — Takanori Jinnai & Tomonori Jinai! 'Negative news is when we get mixed up the most' — The truth behind constant mix-ups over one character difference, spring strolling through Tondabayashi's leisure spots

Strong personalities, no holds barred, saying whatever they please! A street-walking location show starring the ossan (middle-aged men) beloved by Osaka locals and bursting with bold individuality. Messenger Kuroda — a comedian with both talking chops and a down-to-earth sensibility — joins two 'guest ossans' for a stroll through Osaka's distinctive neighborhoods. What kind of chemistry will emerge from '3 ossans' × 'the streets of Osaka'?!

Cast: Kuroda Yu (Messenger) Jinnai Takanori Jinai Tomonori

Program website: https://www.tv-osaka.co.jp/ip4/ossampo/ TVer page (free catch-up streaming after broadcast): https://tver.jp/series/sr8p2y7g9m

Episode content: This episode is set in Tondabayashi, located in southern Osaka. The Jinaichō district in particular retains its Edo-period townscape and has been selected as one of Japan's 'Top 100 Roads.' The area is also dotted with cultural and natural highlights, including Taki-dani Fudo-son — one of Japan's three great Fudo temples — and Savor Farm, where visitors can enjoy agricultural experiences.

The guests are the 'W Jinai' — Jinnai Takanori and Jinai Tomonori! Their names differ by just one character, fueling rumors that they might be relatives, but they share absolutely no connection. What's more, their names are frequently mixed up online, and Takanori laments, 'It's always negative news where we get confused.' Meanwhile, both are meeting Kuroda for the first time. Takanori, a huge fan of the NHK morning drama Boogie Woogie in which Kuroda appeared, is thrilled: 'I've always wanted to meet you.'