Terrace House: Tokyo 2019–2020
Terrace House: Tokyo 2019–2020 (Japanese: テラスハウス Tokyo 2019-2020, Hepburn: Terasu Hausu Tōkyō Nī Zero Ichi Kyū Nī Zero Nī Zero) is a Japanese reality television series and the fifth installment of the Terrace House franchise. It follows three men and three women as they temporarily live together in a house in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo, Japan.[1] It premiered on Netflix Japan as a Netflix Original on May 14, 2019.[2]
Terrace House: Tokyo 2019–2020 | |
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Genre | Reality |
Presented by | You, Reina Triendl, Yoshimi Tokui, Azusa Babazono, Ryota Yamasato, Shono Hayama |
Opening theme | Japan: "Graves" by Chvrches International: "Divers in a Hurricane" by Eleventyseven |
Ending theme | Japan: "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol
International: "No Guarantees" by Sammy Isaac |
Country of origin | Japan |
Original language(s) | Japanese |
Production | |
Production location(s) | Japan |
Release | |
Original network | Fuji Television, Netflix |
Original release | May 14, 2019 – May 19, 2020 |
Chronology | |
Preceded by | Terrace House: Opening New Doors |
In April 2020, the production of the show was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Japan.[3] The show resumed airing episodes that were filmed prior to the suspension of production in May 2020 with Ryota Yamasato hosting the commentary segments,[4] but the release of new episodes was again suspended following the suicide of cast member Hana Kimura on May 23, 2020.[5][6]
Following Kimura's death, Fuji Television announced their decision to cancel the season on May 27, 2020, leaving the final two produced episodes of the show unaired.[7][8]
Cast
Main cast[9]
№ | Name | Occupation | Birth date | Age* | Appearance | |||
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English | Japanese | Nickname | Eps | # | ||||
01 | Kaori Watanabe | 渡邉香織 | Illustrator | June 25, 1990 | 28 | 01 - 20 | 20 | |
02 | Shohei Matsuzaki | 松嵜翔平 | Actor/Writer | October 9, 1993 | 25 | 01 - 18 | 18 | |
03 | Haruka Okuyama | 奥山春花 | Actress | March 24, 1995 | 24 | 01 - 25 | 25 | |
04 | Kenji Yoshihara | 吉原健司 | Kenny | Musician | June 2, 1987 | 31 | 01 - 14 | 14 |
05 | Risako Tanabe | 田辺莉咲子 | Fitness trainer | January 14, 1998 | 21 | 01 - 14 | 14 | |
06 | Ruka Nishinoiri | 西野入流佳 | Part-timer | December 1, 1998 | 20 | 01 - 25 | 25 | |
07 | Emika Mizukoshi | 水越愛華 | University student | February 1, 1998 | 21 | 14 - 34 | 21 | |
08 | Giuseppe Durato | デュラト・ジュゼッペ | Peppe | Mangaka | December 24, 1992 | 27 | 14 - 26 | 13 |
09 | Ryo Tawatari | 田渡凌 | Basketball player (Yokohama B-Corsairs) | June 29, 1993 | 26 | 18 - 32 | 15 | |
10 | Hana Kimura | 木村花 | Professional wrestler | September 3, 1997 | 21 | 20 - 42 | 23 | |
11 | Violetta Razdumina | ラズドゥミナ・ヴィオレッタ | Vivi | Aspiring actress | October 4, 1995 | 24 | 26 - 42 | 17 |
12 | Kai Kobayashi | 小林快 | Comedian | August 15, 1994 | 25 | 26 - 39 | 14 | |
13 | John Kimverlu Tupas | トパス ジョンキンバルー | Tupas | Lily Franky's Personal Assistant | January 13, 1997 | 22 | 26 - 34 | 9 |
14 | Toshiyuki Niino | 新野俊幸 | Shacho (社長) | CEO of EXIT Inc. | October 21, 1989 | 30 | 33 - 42 | 10 |
15 | Yume Hayashi | 林ゆめ | Office Worker, Gravure Model | October 18, 1995 | 24 | 34 - 42 | 9 | |
16 | Shion Suzuki | 鈴木志遠 | University Student | February 1, 1997 | 22 | 34 - 42 | 9 | |
17 | Reo Kanao | 金尾玲生 | Professional Surfer/Entrepreneur | June 24, 1992 | 27 | 39 - 42 | 4 | |
18 | Monroe Ron | ロンモンロウ | Model/Singer | July 31, 1995 | 24 | 42 - 42 | 1 |
*Age when they first joined Terrace House.
Timeline
Guest appearances
Name | Japanese | Cast member | Episode(s) |
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Yusuke Aizawa | 鮎澤悠介 | Aloha State | 7, 9-10, 13-16 |
Avian Ku | エビアン・クー | Aloha State | 15 |
Kaito Nakata | 中田海斗 | Opening New Doors | 39 |
Masato Yukawa | 湯川正人 | Boys x Girls Next Door | 39 |
Episodes[10]
No. in Season | No. in Part | Title | Netflix Japan Release Date | Fuji TV Air Date | Length (mins) | |||||||
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Part 1 | ||||||||||||
1 | 1 | "We're Back in Tokyo" | May 14, 2019 | TBA | 40 | |||||||
All the members enter the house and some initial relationships begin to form. Shohei seems to hit it off with Kaori and asks her out to drinks. | ||||||||||||
2 | 2 | "Tempura Incident" | May 21, 2019 | TBA | 39 | |||||||
Haruka asks Kenji for a guitar lesson and they promise to hang out on the weekend. Some of the members discuss their dreams over drinks at home. | ||||||||||||
3 | 3 | "Dreamed of Her" | May 28, 2019 | TBA | 37 | |||||||
Though Ruka and Risako go out for pancakes and a movie, Ruka isn't sure if it counts as a date. But when Ruka gets a fever, Risako takes care of him. | ||||||||||||
4 | 4 | "I Want to Be a Hero" | June 4, 2019 | TBA | 42 | |||||||
After Haruka buys a guitar in Harajuku, Ruka gives her a ride back to the house. While playing cards together, Risako and Ruka make a wager. | ||||||||||||
5 | 5 | "Reiwa!!" | June 18, 2019 | TBA | 45 | |||||||
The house rings in the Reiwa era. Ruka gives Risako a ride to parkour practice, Haruka enters a drag race, and Kaori and Kenji go out for burgers. | ||||||||||||
6 | 6 | "The Grass is Greener on the Other Side" | June 25, 2019 | TBA | 57 | |||||||
Haruka and Ruka go on a date; over a steak dinner, she asks him what he thinks of Risako. It seems that romance is on everyone's mind. | ||||||||||||
7 | 7 | "Woman to Treat and Woman to Split the Check" | July 2, 2019 | TBA | 45 | |||||||
The atmosphere gets a little strained as Haruka and Risako find it difficult to talk to one another. They know they're both interested in Kenji. | ||||||||||||
8 | 8 | "Passive Boys" | July 9, 2019 | TBA | 48 | |||||||
The ladies of the house go to lunch together, where they agree that the guys' passivity is unsatisfying. That night, Risako tells Ruka and Shohei. | ||||||||||||
9 | 9 | "Girlfight" | July 23, 2019 | TBA | 45 | |||||||
Both Risako and Haruka declare that they're interested in Kenji, which leads to a serious late-night argument. Later, Kenji hears about it all. | ||||||||||||
10 | 10 | "The Boy That Gets Treated" | July 30, 2019 | TBA | 43 | |||||||
Haruka and Shohei attend a festival to hear Kenji and Terrace House alum Yusuke perform. The members prepare a surprise birthday party for Kenji. | ||||||||||||
11 | 11 | "Broccoli Pasta, Carbonara-Style" | August 6, 2019 | TBA | 49 | |||||||
Kaori admits that she's losing confidence in her artistic abilities, but Kenji isn't very supportive. Ruka talks about his dreams, but he lacks focus. | ||||||||||||
12 | 12 | "Always Chillin'" | August 13, 2019 | TBA | 46 | |||||||
The night of her birthday party, Kaori and Ruka talk for a long time. Kenji tells Shohei he's got feelings for Risako, and he's planning to tell her. | ||||||||||||
Part 2 | ||||||||||||
13 | 1 | "All Or Nothing" | August 27, 2019 | TBA | 48 | |||||||
The weather is stormy, but Kenji and Risako head out for a beach date and Kenji confesses his feelings. NBA star Rui Hachimura stops by the studio. | ||||||||||||
14 | 2 | "Just A Moment, Please" | September 3, 2019 | TBA | 43 | |||||||
Kaori meets with a friend to talk about her art and her feelings for Shohei. The night of Kenji's farewell party, Risako makes a surprising decision. | ||||||||||||
15 | 3 | "A Man's Worth Is Determined By His Job" | September 10, 2019 | TBA | 38 | |||||||
In an action acting class, Shohei and Haruka do pretty good in their fight scenes, but Ruka fails to shine. Two new members arrive in the house. | ||||||||||||
16 | 4 | "Orange Flavor First Kiss" | September 17, 2019 | TBA | 44 | |||||||
Durato and Haruka have drinks on the roof one night and talk about his relationship history. The members use the house pool for the first time. | ||||||||||||
17 | 5 | "This is Not a Place to Slack" | October 1, 2019 | TBA | 37 | |||||||
Peppe invites Emika to go to the beach after playing video games with Haruka. Ruka applies for a new job, then asks Emika out on a drive. | ||||||||||||
18 | 6 | "Bros Before Hoes" | October 8, 2019 | TBA | 35 | |||||||
Emika and Peppe take their trip to Zushi beach. After a night swim, Shohei tells Ruka about a big decision before heading out the next morning. | ||||||||||||
19 | 7 | "The Stray Sheep" | October 15, 2019 | TBA | 38 | |||||||
Emika and Ryo hit it off during their baseball outing, while Peppe and Haruka enjoy an afternoon playing Pokémon Go. Housecleaning is in the air. | ||||||||||||
20 | 8 | "The Third Flower" | October 22, 2019 | TBA | 41 | |||||||
Kaori makes a shocking announcement, and an outgoing new house member smashes in and makes waves. The girls gossip about the boys. | ||||||||||||
21 | 9 | "Too Shy Girl" | November 5, 2019 | TBA | 43 | |||||||
Change is in the air as the members bond with the new arrival. Energetic Hana is love-struck by Ryo, while Emika reveals she's hanging out with Ruka. | ||||||||||||
22 | 10 | "Tip Off" | November 12, 2019 | TBA | 44 | |||||||
Pepe makes progress on his manga; Emika and Haruka discuss their insecurities. Hana gets jealous of Emika after they both cheer on Ryo at his game. | ||||||||||||
23 | 11 | "Friendship Between Men and Women" | November 19, 2019 | TBA | 44 | |||||||
Tensions rise in the house when Haru has her long-awaited date with Ryo. Emika worries about her future prospects both professionally and in love. | ||||||||||||
24 | 12 | "Pink Rose" | November 26, 2019 | TBA | 40 | |||||||
After an intense encounter, Emika makes a stand. Peppe and Haruka go on their long-awaited date, but nerves and other priorities get in the way. | ||||||||||||
Part 3 | ||||||||||||
25 | 1 | "The Girls Can't Do It" | December 9, 2019 | TBA | 52 | |||||||
Athlete Yusuke Tamuara joins as a studio guest, and Haruka gives Peppe her answer. After Ruka makes a special dinner, he gives a speech in English. | ||||||||||||
26 | 2 | "Internationalization at Once" | December 16, 2019 | TBA | 41 | |||||||
Friendships are never forgotten as Peppe takes his next step. The house takes on a more international feel as three new members arrive. | ||||||||||||
27 | 3 | "I Can't Be Here" | December 24, 2019 | TBA | 38 | |||||||
Members new and old get to know each other. Hana gets serious when Ryo returns home with an injury, and the housemates throw a Halloween party. | ||||||||||||
28 | 4 | "Starving for Affection" | December 31, 2019 | TBA | 47 | |||||||
Kai offers Hana some emotional support as Ryo and Vivi grow closer. Tupas reveals more about himself to his housemates. | ||||||||||||
29 | 5 | "About Love" | January 14, 2020 | TBA | 50 | |||||||
Comedian Chiemi Blouson joins the studio. Kai works on his next routine, while Hana seeks advice from friends and the girls go on the offense for love. | ||||||||||||
30 | 6 | "Not Guilty" | January 21, 2020 | TBA | 47 | |||||||
Tupas treats Emika to a movie and dinner, and the female members go to Kai's standup show. Awkward encounters ensue between Hana, Vivi and Ryo. | ||||||||||||
31 | 7 | "Publicity Stunt" | January 28, 2020 | TBA | 40 | |||||||
Actor Eiichiro Funakoshi joins the studio. Hana reaches out to a sick Kai; Vivi dispenses some harsh advice and Ryo continues to send mixed signals. | ||||||||||||
32 | 8 | "I Hate You" | February 4, 2020 | TBA | 40 | |||||||
The members go out for dinner together and Ryo shares some upsetting news. Later, he discusses his feelings honestly, and Vivi makes one last stand. | ||||||||||||
33 | 9 | "Half Blue" | February 18, 2020 | TBA | 44 | |||||||
Emika tells Hana about her decision before her romantic date with Tupas. Kai and Hana bond, and attractive new tenant Toshiyuki joins the house. | ||||||||||||
34 | 10 | "Case of The Bottle Beer Incident" | February 25, 2020 | TBA | 46 | |||||||
Tupas and Emika leave the house, and new members Yume and Shion arrive. Toshiyuki goes on offense to get closer with each of the female members. | ||||||||||||
35 | 11 | "The Monster in the Hallway" | March 3, 2020 | TBA | 45 | |||||||
Vivi tries to make plans for Christmas with Ryo, but when it doesn't work out, Toshiyuki tests his prospects. The house gets into the holiday spirit. | ||||||||||||
36 | 12 | "Angel" | March 10, 2020 | TBA | 48 | |||||||
Toshiyuki and Yume go on a passionate date, but Yume is hesitant about the next steps. Kai gets some advice and the members ring in the new year. | ||||||||||||
Part 4 | ||||||||||||
37 | 1 | "Another Terrace!!" | March 24, 2020 | TBA | 48 | |||||||
Hana, Kai, and Yume join Toshiyuki on a two-day, one-night trip to Kyoto to test the dating waters, but things don't go quite the way they planned. | ||||||||||||
38 | 2 | "Case of The Costume Incident" | March 31, 2020 | TBA | 42 | |||||||
The girls get together to vent after the trip, and Vivi confronts Kai, who then has a rough show. Hana's wrestling clothes get ruined in the wash. | ||||||||||||
39 | 3 | "Always Remembered" | April 7, 2020 | TBA | 46 | |||||||
Kai apologizes to Hana before his announcement. New member Reo, a pro surfer, eyes Vivi when he arrives, bringing a change of pace in the house. | ||||||||||||
40 | 4 | "Never Forgive Luigi" | April 14, 2020 | TBA | 44 | |||||||
Vivi bonds with Reo and makes plans with Shion; Yume proposes a trip to Sapporo with Toshiyuki. The house gets spirited during the Setsubun holiday. | ||||||||||||
41 | 5 | "Life-Threatening Date" | May 12, 2020 | TBA | 42 | |||||||
Toshiyuki's Hokkaido trip with Yume approaches, but her closeness with Reo sparks jealousy. Shion and Reo each spend more time with the female members. | ||||||||||||
42 | 6 | "Woman Who Makes Everyone Dream" | May 19, 2020 | TBA | 43 | |||||||
Yume gives her answer to Toshiyuki. Hana's matches get cancelled due to COVID-19. Shion confides in Vivi who makes an announcement at a group dinner. |
References
- Hanaway, Tom (2019-05-16). "'Terrace House' returns to Tokyo". The Japan Times. Retrieved 2019-05-24.
- "テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020:INTRODUCTION". テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020 (in Japanese). Retrieved 2019-05-24.
- Brzeski, Patrick (2020-04-13). "Netflix's 'Terrace House' Halts Production as Coronavirus Lockdowns Finally Come to Japan". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 12 May 2020.
- "『テラハ』1ヶ月ぶり4話限定で配信再開 スタジオから山里亮太が"ぼっち"出演". Oricon News. 2020-05-11. Retrieved 12 May 2020.
- @TH6TV (May 23, 2020). "Official Terrace House Twitter Account" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Japanese wrestling star Hana Kimura dies aged 22". BBC News. 2020-05-23. Retrieved 2020-05-23.
- "Fuji TV to end reality show "Terrace House" after cast member death". Kyodo News. 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2020-05-27.
- "Current season of 'Terrace House' cancelled following death of cast member Hana Kimura". The Japan Times. 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2020-05-27.
- "テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020:MEMBER". テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020 (in Japanese). Retrieved 2019-05-24.
- "テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020:STORY". テラスハウス TOKYO 2019-2020 (in Japanese). Retrieved 2019-07-19.
Further reading
- "Episode 52: Can 'Terrace House' continue after Hana Kimura's death?". Japan Times. 2020-06-05.
External links
- Official website
- Terrace House: Tokyo 2019-2020 on Netflix
- Official YouTube Channel Includes bonus material per episode.