[Arashi] Aiba - TV Guide PLUS vol. 22 - Spring 2016

[say_it_again]

I still have the TV Life series on the individual Shiyagare segments left to do (and promise to finish), but I couldn't resist translating this one first because it's an interview with the producer for Aiba Manabu. I always love hearing what the staff they work with have to say about the members and this is no different, especially considering Aiba

Comments

[lianoyume]

thank you so much for sharing this, i love him very much and this aiba manabu makes me love him more

[takakuflyme]

Thanks for sharing this interview!! Thinking back to the Mago Mago Arashi days, I believe that those experiences have really helped Aiba-kun in making connections with the locals and taking on surprising and laborious tasks. I agree with you in that Aiba Manabu is my favorite solo show. He strikes a wonderful balance of genuineness and professionalism.

[dyan1219]

Thank you so much for this! I always enjoy reading what the directors have to say about the guys.

He used to have this cuteness about him in the past, but 'cool' has really become a fitting term for him now.

Spot on! In recent years, we've seen Aiba grow and take a manlier presence - and I think Aiba Manabu has contributed much in shaping Aiba the way he is right now. Aiba Manabu is my favorite solo program too. There's just something about Aiba's interactions with different people and of course, Aiba's zest and curiosity that's always refreshing to see. Aiba Manabu has become this unique space for Aiba to strike a balance between being an adult who takes initiative, and being a kid who enjoys the little discoveries they make along the way.

[doriana186]

Thanks for translating! I haven't watched Aiba Manabu but now I'm interested in checking it out.

[butterflylaydee]

Thank you for translating. I really hav learned a lot through aiba manabu. Isnt it amazing how nice aiba is? Its not he do the things he do to b good to certain ppl,but its what he naturally do anywhere <3