Delicious Summer Feast Unveiled in Yumaking #9 with Daiki Yamashita

Yumaking #9 Report

On July 18, 2025, at 8 PM, the spotlight shone on the latest episode of "Yumaking #9," supported by animelo, streamed live on Nico Nico. In this episode, beloved voice actor Daiki Yamashita welcomed fellow voice actor Shugo Nakamura as his guest, taking viewers on a culinary journey filled with jokes, laughs, and a mountain of meat!

"Yumaking" is a unique show where food-loving voice actor Daiki Yamashita invites fellow voice actors who enjoy cooking. The guest is challenged to create an original meat dish from a recipe provided by the show, which Yamashita then voraciously enjoys. This ninth episode marked the trio's return after a three-month hiatus, coinciding perfectly with the start of summer vacation.

The episode kicked off with a light-hearted conversation about summer plans and cravings, setting a fun, summery tone for the viewers. Yamashita, already in hunger mode, humorously expressed his eagerness to bring out his guest, saying, "I'm really hungry; I want to bring out the guest quickly!" Excitement grew as they announced the names of their show characters, prompting viewers to guess along, leading to a flurry of hilarious comments and laughter.

When guest Shugo Nakamura joined, the dynamic duo displayed their usual camaraderie. Nakamura joked, asking, "So, Daiki, are you going to cook for me?" to which Yamashita cheerfully responded, "Nope!" Their friendly banter continued as they shared memories, with Nakamura commenting on the unusual format of their show – where typically, guests would improve their cooking skills over time. Yamashita humorously responded, stating, "Sometimes, it's good to stay the same!" The audience’s affectionate comments about Yamashita’s cooking, such as being great at assisting, drew laughs from both voice actors.

Their lighthearted conversation included a segment on past guests and their cooking skills. Yamashita didn’t hesitate to reveal that the worst cooks were fellow voice actors Yuuki Takasuka and Nobuhiko Okamoto, likening their efforts to chaos, prompting boisterous laughter from Nakamura and the comments section.

Next came the cooking segment, featuring the show's regular "Fairy Godmother," chef Mariko Fujioka, who introduced the day’s featured dish: "Summer Special – Meat Meat Cold Chinese Noodles!" The audience buzzed with excitement, commenting enthusiastically about the cooking.

As Nakamura skillfully followed the recipe, Yamashita awkwardly attempted to assist him, leading Nakamura to liken his efforts to that of an elementary school student. Viewers chimed in with supportive comments, making it a truly entertaining sight.

The dish came to life with lovely lamb slices, chosen by Nakamura, accompanied by vegetables such as goya, reflecting Nakamura's Okinawan heritage. The aroma of the sizzling lamb in the pan thrilled Yamashita, who expressed his excitement, saying, "The scent of grilled meat is unbeatable!" They interspersed tasting moments, with Yamashita enjoying melon while the cooking progressed. Their appetites heightened, they conducted each step with delight while entertaining fans' engaging remarks.

In a humorous twist, during one of the cooking processes, Nakamura exhibited a slightly wild moment, leading to unexpected laughter. The duo excitedly adorned their cold noodles with individual styles, resulting in a stunning montage of flavors and visuals by episode's end.

The next part of the program was exclusive to animelo+ members, featuring them diving into the finished cold noodles, joyfully exclaiming about the taste. Yamashita humorously got called out by Nakamura for kicking off the tasting session without waiting, creating moments of shared laughter on-screen.

After relishing each bite, both voice actors praised the refreshing summer dish, particularly commenting on the unique "Melon Mayo Sauce" as a delightful blend of flavors. Their exchanges of cheerfulness showcased their close relationship, leaving viewers amused.

Surprising Nakamura with a birthday cake added to the celebration. With joyous reactions filling the chat, the two took a moment for a commemorative photo, marking yet another heartwarming episode.

To wrap up, viewers were reminded that the delightful recipe from this episode is available for a limited time. For those eager to replicate the summer specialties made during the program, the official viewing URL is available at Nico Nico Live. Don't miss out on not just the food, but the fun-filled 魚回の9th episode hosted by Daiki Yamashita and guest Shugo Nakamura!