Japanese Star Takuya Shares Heartfelt Family Story on 'Immortal Songs'

Japanese entertainer Takuya recently opened up about his family background, revealing a moment of confusion with his native language, drawing attention from viewers.

On the January 14th episode of KBS2TV's 'Immortal Songs', a special '2026 Global Star Special' aired featuring stars like Sam Hammington, Sayuri, Guzal, Angelina Danilova, and Leo, who have made Korea their home.

During the broadcast, Takuya delivered a heartfelt performance, overcoming his painful family history, leaving a deep impression on the audience.

The participants showcased their love for K-culture and engaged in a friendly rivalry, displaying their wit and charm. Takuya, who has lived in Korea for 15 years, humorously responded to his friend Lee Chan-won's revelation that he knows the streets of Hannam-dong and Banpo-dong better than Japanese eateries, saying, "I've lost my identity. I don't know which country I belong to anymore," eliciting laughter.

The highlight of the show was Takuya's performance of 'Father' with Daniel. Before the performance, Takuya shared, "I parted ways with my father in third grade, and a stepfather came into my life." He expressed gratitude towards his stepfather, who raised him with love, saying, "I used to think it was natural for him to raise me, but now I realize it wasn't." Takuya's heartfelt message to his distant father touched the audience deeply.

Accompanied by Daniel's delicate piano playing, Takuya's sincere tribute to his father captivated the judges, leading them to win the special episode, proving their talent. The episode also featured Leo's story of studying abroad in Finland despite not knowing Finnish, Guzal's tale of adopting the lunar calendar after naturalizing in 2012, and the strong camaraderie between KBS comedians Sam Hammington and Kim Jun-hyun, providing a rich viewing experience.

By Chaeryeong Lim, TenAsia Reporter syjj426@tenasia.co.kr