
In this episode, our host Terence shares his experience attending Asai Noa Talk Live in Silicon Valley, held on August 23 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Known for his breakout appearance on the Netflix-aired timelesz project – AUDITION, Noa stood out as the youngest finalist—selected from nearly 19,000 applicants.
His growth and unwavering determination left a lasting impression on viewers and fans alike. Now, as he sets his sights on becoming a one-of-a-kind global idol from both Japan and the U.S., Terence reflects on what it felt like to witness his passion firsthand.
Get to know Noa now—before the rest of the world catches up.
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Who is Noa Asai?
Noa Asai is an 18-year-old from the U.S. who gained recognition as the youngest contestant on Netflix’s timelesz project – AUDITION. Out of nearly 19,000 applicants, he was selected as one of the Top 8 finalists. With over 140,000 Instagram followers, he shares both his charm and determination as he prepares to move to Japan to pursue his dream of becoming a global idol—while also starting college.
今回のエピソードでは、「浅井乃我トークライブ in シリコンバレー」という初のファンミーティングに参加した体験を、英語で語ります。
Netflixで世界配信されたオーディション番組『timelesz project - AUDITION』で、1万9千人の中から最年少ファイナリストに選ばれた乃我くん。言葉の壁や文化の違いに直面しながらも、自分の限界を乗り越えて成長していく姿に、多くの視聴者が心を動かされました。
アイドルになる夢をまっすぐに追い続ける彼の想いと意志に触れたその瞬間を、どうぞお聞きください。
世界に知られる前の“今”の乃我くんを、ぜひ一緒に見届けましょう。
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VIDEOS
NETFLIX: timelesz project -AUDITION-
PERFORMANCE "RIGHT NEXT TO YOU"
MUSIC VIDEO - Arashi "KITE" (カイト) (*Noa does not appear.)