Love Village season 2- Meet the hosts

Love Village (image via Netflix)
Love Village (image via Netflix)

Love Village season 2, Netflix’s reality series, returns on November 5 with 20 new episodes that follow men and women aged 35 to 60 as they seek lasting love.

The series invites viewers into a communal setting in Japan where participants share emotional journeys while living together.

The show gained popularity in season 1 for its authentic storytelling, capturing the attention of fans across Netflix Japan’s Weekly Top 10.

Returning this season to guide the audience are hosts Becky and Atsushi Tamura, each bringing their unique entertainment backgrounds to the show.


Becky and Atsushi Tamura are set to host Love Village season 2

Becky

Rebecca Eri Rabone also known as Becky is a 39-year-old entertainer who is a staple in Japanese pop culture. Born in Kanagawa Prefecture, Becky has a Japanese mother and an English father, Simon Rabone.

She rose to fame on the children's show Oha Suta and is known for her presence on networks such as NHK and TBS. She has also performed music under the stage name Becky since 2009 and is now signed to GATE.

In addition to her television career, Becky graduated with a business administration degree from Asia University in 2006.


Atsushi Tamura

Atsushi Tamura, born in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is best known as one half of the comedy duo 'London Boots.'

Atsushi Tamura (image via YouTube/田村淳のアッシュch)
Atsushi Tamura (image via YouTube/田村淳のアッシュch)

Initially, he pursued a high school education in industrial studies and performed in a local band. After pairing with Ryo Tamura in Tokyo, he embraced comedy, making London Boots a celebrated name.

Atsushi has also explored music as a vocalist in the rock band jealkb. A skilled voice actor, he has taken on roles in The Simpsons and Yu-Gi-Oh! Bonds Beyond Time.

His humor and life experience provide Love Village with a lighthearted but insightful approach to the complexities of love.


What to expect in Love Village season 2

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Love Village season 2, set against the serene Okinawan landscape, offers a unique view into the lives of people striving to rebuild romantic connections later in life.

Participants share their backgrounds openly, discussing their past relationships, personal struggles, and aspirations. As they bond over shared experiences and challenge themselves to overcome personal fears, the show becomes a celebration of resilience and the pursuit of love at any age.

The season also features emotional highs and lows, from laughter and new friendships to conflicts, creating a dynamic, relatable viewing experience.

Director Hitoshi Nishiyama shares his vision for the series:

“What interests us most about humanity is how ordinary people live their lives… This show isn’t just about love but also explores various facets of each person’s life.”

A fresh take on romance and reality TV

As the hosts observe and reflect on the residents’ transformations, Love Village presents love stories accompanied by QUEEN’s iconic anthem Don’t Stop Me Now (as seen in the trailer). This season brings back the authenticity that resonated with fans in season 1 while expanding its storytelling and emotional depth.

Catch Love Village season 2 on Netflix from November 5, with new episodes streaming every Tuesday, and join Becky and Atsushi Tamura as they guide this journey of love, connection, and second chances.

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