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Recap of Daiki Yamashita's Birthday BBQ - Episode 10

On September 8, 2025, at 19:30 JST, a special event titled "Daiki Yamashita's Birthday Meat Cooking #10 supported by Animelo" was streamed live on Nico Nico. This birthday celebration featured the popular voice actor Daiki Yamashita, who invited his friendly voice actor guests Aoi Shouta and Yashiro Taku to participate in a delightful BBQ. As a show that combines cooking and friendship, this episode took their tradition to the next level with a record number of four unique dishes!

The episode opened with the charming introductions from guests Aoi and Yashiro, who quickly caught the audience’s attention, especially with Aoi's stylish glasses, prompting viewers to shower the chat with comments like, "Cute glasses!" However, the mood shifted dramatically as the BBQ venue was plunged into darkness during rehearsals. Daiki, playfully wandering off by himself, incited viewers to affectionately comment, "So cute!" highlighting his endearing personality overall.

Moreover, some exciting news was announced: the names for the show's mascot characters, Usikun, Butakun, and Torikun, were unveiled as "Mogust the Second," "Poteton," and "Tebasuchan," which added energy to the atmosphere.

Witty exchanges followed as Daiki inquired about Yashiro's cooking skills, to which he humorously replied, "Uh... I know!" revealing his anxiety about not being a regular cook. Daiki, however, lightheartedly encouraged Yashiro, reassuring him, "Let’s enjoy it!" This set a friendly tone for the evening.

As they progressed into the cooking segment, previously submitted fan photos using the hashtag #MeatCooking were showcased, prompting reactions of excitement from viewers. The dishes began with the mentorship of the talented Mariko Fujioka, known as "Fairy Godmother," who guided the team through the preparation of four dishes—a special milestone for Daiki's birthday.

The adventure started with marinating spare ribs, led expertly by Aoi while Yashiro contributed by following along. Meanwhile, Daiki couldn't contain his joy, breaking into dance, which elicited laughter from viewers commenting on his spontaneous moves. The delightful banter continued as Aoi and Yashiro playfully involved Daiki's likeness into their cooking by jokingly speaking to the marinated ingredients as if they were Daiki himself.

Next was a flavorful Tandoori chicken segment where Daiki humorously struggled to mix the ingredients, breaking the ice and igniting plenty of laughs from the audience. Their creative use of bags for mixing ingredients enchanted Daiki, who exclaimed, "Bags are incredible!"

The highlight atmosphere peaked when Daiki pulled out a bottle of Ramune, leading to an enthusiastic group celebration. As they simultaneously opened their drinks while shouting, "Happy Birthday!" the chat overflowed with warm wishes. Yashiro shared the quirky way to drink the Ramune by catching the marble, further surprising Daiki, which fans found utterly adorable.

Transitioning to the BBQ elements, they grilled various meats and enjoyed skewers, with Daiki's casual grilling style triggering viewers' playful comments about his relationship with the meat. The evening transitioned into a celebratory mode, with champagne attempting to be uncorked for the birthday toast, often with comical struggle from Aoi before Yashiro finally got it open, much to everyone’s delight.

As the night progressed, the team celebrated Daiki by painting caricatures of him, showcasing the artistic skills of Aoi and Yashiro, leading to cheers for their impressive efforts. The "36 charms of Daiki Yamashita" segment had Aoi and Yashiro delightfully sharing their unique and heartfelt compliments about him, showcasing different facets of his personality until time ran out with ten praises still remaining, inadvertently ending the fun segment too soon.

The final exciting activity involved a creative twist where Aoi and Yashiro sang an improvised love song to Daiki, using dummy head microphones to amplify their heartfelt sentiments. This turned bittersweet as the song transitioned into comedic horror tones, eliciting laughter. Together, they sang a birthday song as Mariko unveiled a magnificent meat cake, which elicited emotional responses, even moving Aoi to tears as Daiki savored the moment.

As the show drew to a close, Daiki surprised viewers with a heartfelt voice message expressing his gratitude and happiness for the day, remarking, "I genuinely had a wonderful time. Let's continue to stay close, good night!" This intimate moment further solidified the warmth shared during the episode, leaving viewers buzzing with joy as they signed off.

In summary, episode 10 of "Daiki Yamashita's Birthday Meat Cooking" was a delightful blend of culinary adventure, friendship, and heartfelt celebration, showcasing not just food, but a strong bond shared amongst friends that resonates deeply with fans.