Masahiro Matsuoka attends Panasonic product launch

Actor Masahiro Matsuoka attended a product launch event in Tokyo for Panasonic’s new ‘Arāuno’ automated cleaning toilet. The event marked the 20th anniversary of the product line, for which Matsuoka previously appeared in commercials.

During the presentation, Matsuoka unveiled the new model and joked about its weight, comparing it to the heaviness of a fourth-grade student. Reflecting on the two-decade span since his original commercial, he noted that while his appearance has changed, his sense of responsibility and professional goals remain consistent. He also remarked on how his consumer values have shifted from impulsive purchasing in his 30s to a more mindful approach focused on long-term relationships with products in his late 40s.