[2025 Latest] Why is Kawai Ikuto involved with Iwate? The inside story of his appointment as Ambassador to Morioka and the truth behind his festival and TV appearances

Why does Kawai Ikuto, who left ABC-Z, have such deep ties to Iwate? We'll explain in detail the background to his participation in the Morioka Sansa Odori dance, his appearance on Menkoi TV, and his appointment as Morioka ambassador. We've also compiled a detailed summary of his personality and local interactions.

 

 

table of contents   1. Who is Ikuto Kawai? The charm of this versatile entertainer 2. Encounter with Morioka: How I ended up appearing on Menkoi TV 3. Participating in the Morioka Sansa Odori Dance and interacting with the local community 4. Background to the appointment as Morioka Promotion Ambassador 5. Why Iwate? Reasons and considerations 6. Fans talk! Kawai Fumito's personality and charm 7. Iwate and Ikuto Kawai's Future Vision 8. Q&A: Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

1. Who is Ikuto Kawai? The charm of this versatile entertainer

 

Kawai Ikuto enjoyed a brilliant career as a former member of ABC-Z, and has since built up a track record in many areas, including impersonation, hosting, and appearing on stage and in TV dramas. His defining characteristic is his willingness to always try new things, rather than limiting himself to one genre. Even during his time with Johnny's, he was known as a "maverick," and his unconventional freedom was seen as his charm.

 

His appeal isn't just his performance skills. He is always grateful to his fans and fellow performers, and his humble and friendly personality is the reason he has been loved for so many years. This humanity has also been a major factor in building a strong bond with Iwate.

 

 

 

 

2. Encounter with Morioka: How I ended up appearing on Menkoi TV

Kawai Ikuto's connection with Iwate began with his appearance on Iwate Menkoi TV's "Saturday Funkies," which began in 2022. Initially, ABC-Z members Kawai, Hashimoto Ryosuke, and Tsukada Ryoichi took turns as MCs, but after Kawai went independent in 2024, he became the only one to continue appearing.

 

 

Through the program, he shared seasonal information about Iwate and its food culture, and his humor and sincerity stood out, winning him the support of local residents. His roots in the community as a "person active in Iwate" rather than just a guest led to his later appointment as Ambassador to Morioka.

 

 

 

 

3. Participating in the Morioka Sansa Odori Dance and interacting with the local community

 

Kawai also actively participates in Morioka Sansa Odori, a traditional festival that colors the summer in Morioka. At this festival, which has a history dating back to the Edo period, he works up a sweat alongside local residents from practice to the actual performance, dancing with all his heart. This attitude was a major catalyst for him being accepted as a "friend" rather than just "an entertainer."

 

Participating in the Sansa Odori dance was a sign of respect and understanding for local culture, and it was an event that brought us closer to the people of Morioka.

 

 

 

 

4. Background to the appointment as Morioka Promotion Ambassador

In January 2025, Ikuto Kawai was appointed "Morioka Promotion Ambassador" by Morioka City. His role will be to promote the charms of Morioka City nationwide and contribute to the promotion of tourism and culture.

 

The background to his appointment as ambassador was his increased recognition through television appearances and his cultural understanding through his participation in the Sansa Odori dance. His continued involvement with the local community earned him the trust of the local people, and he was officially chosen to act as the "face of Morioka."

 

Relationship with Morioka	Specific activities
TV appearances	MC of Menkoi TV's "Saturday Funkies"
cultural activities	Participating in the Morioka Sansa Dance
Regional Exchange	Events and activities with local residents
Official Role	January 2025: Appointed Morioka Promotion Ambassador

 

 

 

5. Why Iwate? Reasons and considerations

Kawai's deep connection with Iwate is not just due to business connections. A major factor is that he has been accepted by the local people through interactions with them on television and participation in festivals. And his personality - his humble and ever-grateful attitude - has become the foundation for him to be trusted by the people of Iwate.

 

 

Iwate's rich nature and traditional culture also provide Kawai with new inspiration as an entertainer. For him, Iwate is both a place to give back and a source of inspiration for new forms of expression.

 

 

 

 

6. Fans talk! Kawai Fumito's personality and charm

Fans have commented that they like her down-to-earth personality, that she is natural and relatable, and that she is always challenging herself, which they respect.

 

 

Kawai has always been friendly with fans and local residents, actively interacting with them at events and on social media. This friendliness has directly translated into his activities in Iwate, and is the reason he has earned the trust of the people of the prefecture.

 

 

 

 

7. Iwate and Ikuto Kawai's Future Vision

As the Morioka Ambassador, his participation in tourism promotion and local events is expected to increase in the future. His ability to communicate will lead to attracting tourists and revitalizing the local economy, and will also motivate his fans to "follow Kawai Ikuto and visit Iwate."

 

 

The relationship between Kawai and Morioka will continue to attract attention as a new model case of combining entertainment activities and regional development.

 

 

 

 

8. Q&A: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What was Kawai Ikuto's first connection with Morioka?
A. It all started when I appeared on Iwate Menkoi TV's "Saturday Funkies," which began in 2022. Even after going independent, I continued to appear as the only MC, and my ties with Morioka deepened.

 

 

Q2. How did you get involved with Morioka Sansa Odori?
A. Kawai participated in the dance with the local people from practice to the performance, deepening his bond with the community by experiencing the culture firsthand.

 

 

Q3. Why were you chosen as the Morioka Promotion Ambassador?
A. He was appointed as a representative of Morioka in recognition of his many years of television appearances, cultural activities, and honest personality.

 

 

Q4. What was the reaction of Morioka residents?
A. On social media and in the local community, there have been many positive comments, such as "They're really going to liven up Iwate" and "They're friendly," and they've been very well received.

 

 

Q5. What kind of activities can we expect from you in the future?
A. By continuing to promote tourism, participate in local events, and spread the word about Iwate, we expect to attract more tourists and contribute to the local economy.

 

 

 

 

summary

 

Kawai Ikuto's connection with Iwate began with a chance appearance on television. However, he built trust through festivals and local activities, and eventually became the Morioka Promotion Ambassador. He is now an indispensable presence as the "face of Morioka." His activities will continue to breathe new life into Iwate and spread its appeal throughout the country.

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