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Wednesday Downtown is a comedy TV series that premiered on TBS on April 23, 2014. It has 13 seasons and 468 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 13 Episode 8, aired on March 11, 2026.

Everybody has theories that they personally cling blindly to regardless of proof or scientific validity. In this entertaining information program, a host of celebrities present their cases for pet theories to studio guests by any means be it academic argument or laughably “out there” logic. Can their theories gain acceptance? Or will they be discarded as pop science that only adds confusion to the world? Find out through exhaustive examination including on-location experiments!

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468 episodes · 13 seasons

2014

2014 · 25 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago

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  1. E25

    25. Episode 25

    Finale

    Otomo Kohei can sing normally • Kuwaman holds his chopsticks in an unbelievable way • The side dishes in "Bentoubako no Uta" are too old-fashioned • If you take a picture of Hotei's guitar from a distance with your phone, it will be recognized as a QR code • The parents of people with surnames of four or more kanji characters and first names of three or more are crazy • There are literally zero soba shops in Kagawa that serve udon • Hiking and walking: You can now recite all the station names on the Yamanote Line without burping even if you gulp down a Coke • In reality, there is no such thing as a second glance • Balacaps: Only criminals buy them • One-hit wonders sing their one-hit songs at the end of their live shows • Comedian's promotional photos are generally too old • Today's elementary school students wouldn't react to a Kake test • Damaged vending machines: There might actually be something inside • Pino is faster than Bolt

  2. E24

    24. Episode 24

    No one has been killed in an instant like Leopardon • No way NONSTYLE, the most popular comedian among junior high and high school girls • Anything goes with Naniwa's XX • People who dispose of the limes in Corona bottles are having a hard time

  3. E23

    23. Episode 23

    Parody: Kamon Tatsuo is still the strongest • If you're beautiful, you can hitchhike across Honshu in one day • No woman has ever thrown a strike at a ceremonial first pitch

  4. E22

    22. Episode 22

    The oldest active player in any industry, no one is more successful than Masa Yamamoto • Tokunaga Hideaki and May J. have covered all the popular songs • The cliched name Yamada Taro. Taro is one thing, but Yamada is a mystery

  5. E21

    21. Episode 21

    There are few scum worse than Yoshikazu Ebisu • The mother of Ungirls' Tanaka is the one who has the fewest NGs in the industry • The cheer squad at Koshien Stadium can end any song with "Kattobase~"

  6. E20

    20. Episode 20

    Manga-like theory: 0% success rate • Street vendors are frauds • No one will ever buy meat buns at a convenience store in Chinatown • AIBOs in households across the country are on the verge of death

  7. E19

    19. Episode 19

    The theory that Yamada Louis 53rd is the No. 1 celebrity that gay men like • The theory that even if Katsumata Kazukazu's autobiography is placed on the luggage rack of a train, no one will take it home • The theory that almost all of the good stories about celebrities floating around on the internet are false • The theory that you can't draw a picture-drawing song if you don't know it • The theory that if you were an FBI X-ray investigator, you wouldn't get covered in mud even if you didn't know the question on the True or False questions in the American Super Quiz

  8. E18

    18. Episode 18

    Mutsumi-so is the best deal in Tokyo • The twins' showdown ends in a draw • Zawachin is good at drawing portraits • The 2,000 yen note is only in circulation in Okinawa

  9. E17

    17. Episode 17

    The theory that there is no more mysterious sports rule than "If you grab the mawashi, you lose" • The theory that the first thing you want to eat after getting out of prison is fast food • The theory that there are no virgin surfers over the age of 20

  10. E16

    16. Episode 16

    The theory that a comedian's "funniest moment" is one that anyone can see is funny • The theory that there are no tone-deaf impersonators • The theory that Nomura Katsuya's replay of episodes in his book is amazing

  11. E15

    15. Episode 15

    Theory that TV's Volume 100 is unnecessary • Theory that a once in a decade talent appears at least once every decade • Theory that a chain of six people can find anyone's phone number • Theory that the Itako's use outside of variety shows is a mystery

  12. E14

    14. Episode 14

    The academic ability of the Yutori generation is insane • Comedians in their early years end up in mysterious part-time jobs • What do you think of the sudden "So is the blue sky" in the Do-Re-Mi song? • People who only grow pinky nails are extinct

  13. E13

    13. Episode 13

    The PL Gakuen baseball team is hell on earth • The blackboard eraser prank has a 0% success rate • The Romero Special is a theory that you won't even notice if it's done to you during chiropractic treatment

  14. E12

    12. Episode 12

    Hiroshi Murofushi could have earned 10 billion if he hadn't been a hammer thrower • The younger comedians that popular comedians bring along are all useless • The most shoplifted item at supermarkets is sashimi • The people wearing DJ Honda caps right now don't know what the "h" means

  15. E11

    11. Episode 11

    Hiroshi Murofushi could have earned 10 billion if he hadn't been a hammer thrower • The younger comedians that popular comedians bring along are all useless • The most shoplifted item at supermarkets is sashimi • The people wearing DJ Honda caps right now don't know what the "h" means

  16. E10

    10. Episode 10

    You'll regret it if you don't listen to the stories of 100-year-olds now • Croquette is the strongest staring contest theory • Even if you dangle a carrot in front of a horse, it probably won't actually run • There's no such thing as a ronin student who can surpass Tsutomu-san

  17. E9

    9. Episode 9

    Hikaru Utada's singing is two heads above the rest • My feet stink less than anyone else's • Beat Takeshi is not serious about selling his disciples • Eiko Kano is actually the best at Ogiri • Baseball impersonators are actually really good at batting • Theme of Rank Kingdom is just irrelevant

  18. E8

    8. Episode 8

    he pronunciation of Kumamon is split into Kumamoto • The No. 1 sales comedian is Tetsu and Tomo • The lucky man is chosen when he has used up all his luck for the year • The people who use Kobukuro's "Tomoni e Tomo" at weddings are extinct

  19. E7

    7. Episode 7

    The gap between rich and poor is widening • The black person in the variety show slot will be Bobby for the next 10 years • Geta are the hardest shoes to run in in the world • Ninomiya's nickname is 100% Nino

  20. E6

    6. Episode 6

    Udo Suzuki is too nice and crazy • No one can write Katsumata Kazukazu's name in kanji • Bucket relay is actually inefficient • Falling into water wearing a stocking is funny for anyone

  21. E5

    5. Episode

    Judges are extremely good at laughing • Kusarigama are the weakest • Frogs hopping around...too difficult • A bear wakes up from hibernation, so of course it won't make you sleepy that night

  22. E4

    4. Episode 4

    The theory that Ayase Haruka has the most beautiful skin in the entertainment industry • The theory that Katsumata Kazukazu has zero fans • The theory that the human body model in the science lab is just a decoration • The theory that the Romero Special cannot be realized without the cooperation of the other party

  23. E3

    3. Episode 3

    The value of the humps in the humps of the humps-removing old man is all messed up • No one knows the story of Kintaro • A wave of compliance is sweeping over old folk tales • Horror movies are rigid for the convenience of the filmmakers • The stores in town that seem like they're not doing very well are actually the landlords • The people who bring buckets to public baths are becoming extinct

  24. E2

    2. Episode 2

    The future of science fiction is too optimistic • It's dangerous to publish a book by a celebrity • The increase in the tax on cheap snacks has reduced the number of hits • Bodybuilders are hammers

  25. E1

    1. Wednesday's Downtown

    A new program that examines theories brought forward by celebrities. • The theory that all racewalkers are people who gave up in other sports • The theory that delinquent girls are extinct • The theory that North Korea is actually amazing • The theory that the hairstyles of retired sumo wrestlers are generally strange because they have topknots and their pores are pushed back • The theory that no metaphor that hits the heart of the pain of childbirth has yet been found

2015

2015 · 34 episodes · Last episode: 10 years ago

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  1. E34

    34. Episode 34

    Finale

    [The theory that every celebrity has their own LINE stickers] [The theory that my child is the one who would be happiest to receive a gift] [The theory that there are surprisingly many historical places that are not being properly cared for] [The theory that every foreigner who has been in Japan for a while has one or two "Why!?" moments like Atsugiri Jason]

  2. E33

    33. Episode 33

    [I'm the one who got invited to the most school festivals in 2015] [Humans have a better homing instinct than pigeons] [You wouldn't notice if chestnuts were put in place of sea urchins in an aquarium tank]

  3. E32

    32. Episode 32

    [The theory that no one dressed up as HG for Halloween 2015] [The theory that it's the end of a comedian's career if they use the word "plump" when reviewing shrimp] [The theory that the popularity of chikuwa-bu and Tarjin will be completely opposite in the Kanto and Kansai regions]

  4. E31

    31. Episode 31

    [The theory that no one knows about the 2nd place finisher in hammer throw in Japan] [The theory that even the most beautiful woman can only perform at 70% of her ability with just her driver's license] [The theory that Yazawa fans generally have the license plate number "830"] [The theory that the range of expression in professional wrestling has expanded in recent years]

  5. E30

    30. Episode 30

    [My theory is that female comedians are the ones who do the most business kisses] [My theory is that if people who have been abducted by UFOs get together, they will of course all agree on the answer] [My theory is that gray bread resembling Anpanman is rampant] [My theory is that if you play that sound for a generation that doesn't know Yokoyama Hot Brothers, they will absolutely not hear it as "Are you an idiot?"]

  6. E29

    29. Episode 29

    [There are Beauty and the Beast couples, but no reverse couples] [If you ask someone to draw a caricature of Hamada, everyone will emphasize his lips] [Comedians' familiar routine: Even if they get rejected by an amateur, they'll still go along with it somehow] [The most common MC role for trial specials is "the director"]

  7. E28

    28. Episode 28

    [The theory that Bobby Ologun would look exactly like XX if he were white] [The theory that real deer would come running to him during Danson] [The theory that everyone makes a fist when looking at their watch] [The theory that Daisuke Naito could walk around town disguised as DJ KOO and no one would notice] [The theory that Hiroshi Itsuki has a strong grip] [The theory that something like a crowbar is a crowbar] [The theory that Stan Hansen's famous yell isn't actually "wee"] [The mystery of the Twelve Girls Band at karaoke] [The theory that Paul McCartney looks like an old lady to someone who doesn't know him] [The theory that pit toilets in Tokyo's 23 wards are extinct] [The theory that you can make good lyrics using only the names of comedians] [The theory that Ponce no longer has a Mario vibe] [The theory that there is no hot spring that doesn't cure rheumatism]

  8. E27

    27. Episode 27

    ["We Are The World" performed by hidden singing talents associated with the show]

  9. E26

    26. Episode 26

    [The Hellish Theory of Lower-Tier YouTubers] [Early Morning Series Part 2: "Early Morning Ten Dishes"] [The Theory That You Can Put Together a Complete Set of Clothes by the Time You Get to Nagoya If You Walk Along National Highway 1 Picking Up Clothes That Have Fallen On Them]

  10. E25

    25. Episode 25

    [My theory on the most overused old photo on variety shows] [The theory that there are tons of audacious shops that call themselves Seijo even though they're not] [The theory that you can't tame dogs, monkeys, or pheasants with kibi dango] [Mixed rules showdown: "Free diving quiz"]

  11. E24

    24. Episode 24

    [The theory that residents of hoarder houses actually know where everything is] [The theory that the most common item people borrow and never return is a Famicom cartridge] [The theory that if you turn on both a heater and an air conditioner at the same time, the room temperature won't budge] [The theory that there are absolutely zero people who will come out of an adult shop and agree to be interviewed]

  12. E23

    23. Episode 23

    [The theory that the funniest moment a comedian has ever had is funny to everyone] [The theory that the "Tama-chan Watching Society" is still watching over her] [The theory that anyone who goes to a tanning salon in Okinawa in the summer is crazy]

  13. E22

    22. Episode 22

    [The theory that if you ask people to introduce you to the funniest person they know, you'll eventually end up with Hitoshi Matsumoto] [The theory that you wouldn't notice if Shikoku was replaced with Australia on a map of Japan] [The theory that when singing Utada Hikaru's "First Love," everyone sings "Who are you thinking of?" as "Who are you thinking of?" at karaoke] [The theory that all comedians who do one-liner gags have gags involving their elbows and knees]

  14. E21

    21. Episode 21

    [When asked "Who does your wife resemble?", husbands usually answer by lowering their gaze.] [People with an exquisite combination of surname and given name can only be attributed to marriage.] [Masters from the Kanto region are funnier than masters from the Kansai region.]

  15. E20

    20. Episode 20

    [The theory that foreigners who are good singers are also good at imitating Japanese artists' songs] [The theory that athletes unconsciously show their athletic movements in their daily lives] [The theory that people with "kun" or "chan" in their stage names are called by their juniors with "san" instead] [The theory that records of consecutive first-place finishes are stopped by unexpected things]

  16. E19

    19. Episode 19

    [The theory that there are still people alive who have seen Tokugawa Yoshinobu in person] [The theory that 10 people working together can beat any professional] [The theory that Lou Oshiba is the weakest at bowling with an English ban] [The theory that there are absolutely zero people who order tuna bowls at Sukiya Tsukiji branch]

  17. E18

    18. Episode 18

    [SASUKE: The theory that monkeys could completely conquer it] [Eating Contest Mixed Rules Showdown Part 3: "Eating Quiz"] [The theory that Atsushi Onita is the best at saying "It's you!", a classic punchline in ghost stories] [The theory that Hitoshi Matsumoto is a Russian spy]

  18. E17

    17. Episode 17

    [The theory that beautiful women's funny faces are lame] [The theory that there are still many talented singers out there who are just sleeping because they haven't received any offers] [The theory that there are absolutely no CEOs carrying overflowing backpacks] [The theory that landlocked countries don't need a navy]

  19. E16

    16. Episode 16

    [The theory that you can meet celebrities if you stake out social media] [The theory that the trophy from the "Gokigenyo Grand Prize" is definitely displayed at home] [The theory that 23 is the most common two-digit number written on T-shirts] [The theory that there is no one with a huskier voice than Genichiro Tenryu]

  20. E15

    15. Episode 15

    [Nobody knows who Antony's partner is] [Nobody can beat Akemi Matsuno in terms of acting ability] [There are fans who try to look like any artist]

  21. E14

    14. Episode 14

    [The theory that relatives of celebrities are vulnerable to being scammed by bad impersonators in "It's me" fraud schemes] [The theory that anything becomes funny when you add "early morning"] [The theory that Haraichi's fast-paced, quirky comedy routine is the best format for stand-up comedy] [The theory that Yasumura, who is always cheerful, can spend a whole day in a pose that makes him look naked]

  22. E13

    13. Episode 13

    [The theory that Ben Johnson could run alongside a train in a drama scene all the way to the end of the platform] [The theory that Downtown would be ranked number one in every kind of comedian ranking in Amagasaki] [The theory that a cross-dresser and a trans man would end up even in a sumo match] [The theory that a student who has passed an exam and is in high spirits will answer anything on impulse]

  23. E12

    12. Episode 12

    The cuckoo's most important call: nobody knows what it sounds like. Yasumura's pose that makes him look naked: if he's extremely overweight, he doesn't need to wear any underwear. The celebrity with the smelliest feet: you can find out by asking Dr. Foot. Half fried rice: less than half. 80% of people wearing flat caps are bald. The Nippon Elekiteru Rengo merchandise used at year-end parties has already been thrown away. 80 candles: the limit for a birthday cake. Playing the music used for set changes by The Drifters will increase the turnover rate of a restaurant] [Zero people order the same flavor for a double scoop at Baskin-Robbins] [Cool Poco.] [The theory that if you keep doing the same jokes, you'll actually complete a mochi] [The theory that there are 0 people who can understand the chorus of SADS' "Boukyaku no Sora" on the first try] [The theory that anything Bonchi Osamu says is funny if he pauses before speaking]

  24. E11

    11. Episode 11

    [The theory that pranks orchestrated by athletes are so bad they're actually funny] [The theory that even people from Osaka wouldn't say "I've been pranked!" if they were shot with a realistic-looking gun] [The theory that there are no dreadlocks among people receiving pensions] [The theory that stylish women's SLR cameras hanging around their necks contain photos of clouds, cats, or latte art]

  25. E10

    10. Episode 10

    [There are still more interesting mixed-rules matches out there, according to theory] [Hitoshi Matsumoto could appear at a pro-wrestling venue as a mysterious masked man from Mexico and no one would recognize him, according to theory] [Masatoshi Hamada is the best in Japan at announcing the results, according to theory]

  26. E9

    9. Episode 9

    [The theory that adding Paruko's laughter makes a video 30% more interesting]

  27. E8

    8. Episode 8

    [The theory that there are talented singers who are sleeping unnoticed because they just haven't received any offers] [The theory that there are zero women who describe their own appearance as "above average"] [The theory that the first thing a professional baseball player says in a hero interview is always "That's right"] [The theory that catching things with a net is more fun than trapping them in a pit]

  28. E7

    7. Episode 7

    [The theory that "sumimasen" (excuse me/sorry) is definitely included in the predictive text of "su" on your phone] [The theory that there is no other scumbag whose comedy duo has broken up more than Woman Rush Hour's Muramoto] [The theory that boxers tend to throw rock when playing rock-paper-scissors] [The theory that there is no one with a huskier voice than Tenryu Genichiro]

  29. E6

    6. Episode 6

    [The Valentine's Day classic song will be "Valentine Kiss" for the next 100 years] [Even Yonesuke can't eat dinner without a camera] [A quiz champion could seriously guess what's in the box] [Giant Shirota and Shinichi Shinohara look so alike they're evenly matched in many ways]

  30. E5

    5. Episode 5

    [The theory that Hayashiya Pe only owns pink clothes] [The theory that half-Japanese people who speak informally can't get angry even if someone younger than them speaks informally to them] [The theory that in a speed-eating contest, if the menu is mochi, the slurping mochi grandpa is stronger than Giant Shirota] [The theory that there are seriously zero Ferrari owners living in apartments] [The theory that there's not much difference whether a professional or Tamuken performs the lion dance]

  31. E4

    4. Episode 4

    [I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2014] [Even Rickson Gracie would give up on the foot reflexology punishment game] [Anyone who buys a Book Off lucky bag is crazy] [Anyone who spends New Year's Eve at a laundromat is hopeless]

  32. E3

    3. Episode 3

    [The most painful weapon is, surprisingly, a folding chair] [TV shows rely too much on Rocky for background music] [Children are said to be honest, but they are actually surprisingly considerate] [Almost all barbershops have Golgo 13 books]

  33. E2

    2. Episode 2

    [The Hellish Theory of Nippon Elekiteru Rengo at Year-End Parties] [The Theory that Kindaichi's Tricks are Too Acrobatic, Almost Like SASUKE] [The Theory that Child Actors' Crying Triggers Usually Come from Killing Their Mothers] [The Theory That No One Makes a Living Just Playing Cymbals]

  34. E1

    1. Episode 1

    [The theory that no one has a huskier voice better than Genichiro Tenryu] [The theory that the volleyball machine is only used in variety shows] [The theory that Hamada is still alive] [The theory that no rich people actually use "zamasu"]

2016

2016 · 34 episodes · Last episode: 9 years ago

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  1. E34

    34. Episode 34

    Finale

    [Youngest vs. Oldest: A Neutrality Theory] [Descendants of Great People Don't Doodle on Their Ancestors in Textbooks Theory] [The Manga "Akagi" Has the Most Drastic Discrepancy Between It and Reality in Time Progression Theory] [There Are No Fishermen Who Get Seasick Theory]

  2. E33

    33. Episode 33

    [Parody Song Ultimate Tournament, Part 2] [The theory that you can eat even your least favorite foods after fasting for three days] [The theory that if you spill tea at a Yazawa fan's house, they won't wipe it up with a Yazawa towel]

  3. E32

    32. Episode 32

    [The theory that a person can wait longer than a dog when told to "wait"] [The theory that Ben Johnson could catch any dine-and-dasher] [The theory that there are tons of fair-weather Hiroshima Carp fans] [The theory that the Katsuo Isono style of carrying a glove stuck in a bat still exists]

  4. E31

    31. Episode 31

    [If you eat one bean every 10 seconds, you can eat them forever] [If you slow down the speed of the Para Para dance, it becomes a Bon Odori dance] [The money in the bath in the magazine ad is always added last] [Bears ultimately prefer meat to salmon and honey] [I drove Kuro-chan to and from a commercial he got a job] [If you win an award competition, you'll get contacted by people you don't even know] [Paruko is the weakest at staring contests] [Pandas should be washed] [Fukutoku from Jarujaru looks exactly like Wainaina] [When drawing a clock, it should be 3 o'clock] [If you're escorted blindfolded, you won't realize you've ended up back home] [If the magic trick of pulling out flags from your mouth is really about all countries, it'll be tough] [Referees all wear polo shirts]

  5. Wednesday Downtown S3 E30 still E30

    30. Episode 30

    When you find money that you don't know about in your pocket, you will most definitely stash it away. • A Ghostriding Tournament will be reasonably exciting. • A caricaturist's exaggeration will lessen if the client being drawn is scary. • There are plenty of loyalty cards that set goals that are impossible to reach.

  6. E29

    29. Episode 29

    [The theory that a video rental store is actually interested in a video that hasn't been rented since it arrived.] [The theory that young talents casually greet veteran entertainers.] [The theory that young people these days don't understand the purpose of brass knuckles.] [The theory that everyone with 10 or more piercings has had blonde hair at some point.]

  7. E28

    28. Episode 28

    [The theory that comedians will go along with even the most obvious and bad pranks] [The theory that it would be incredibly tiring if you had to treat a junior comedian to a meal at a restaurant every single day] [The theory that it would be really tough to live in a house in the 23 wards of Tokyo where the nearest convenience store is more than a 10-minute walk away] [The theory that there are absolutely no people wearing sunglasses the way Kawabata from Chemistry wears them right now]

  8. E27

    27. Episode 27

    [Humans vs. Livestock: Eating Contest with Mixed Rules] [The theory that a psychic can tell what happened in a haunted property just by entering the room] [The theory that the names of companies appearing in Naniwa Kin'yudo (a manga series) are actually real] [The theory that an old man's clothes are still around because he bought them when he was in his late 50s]

  9. E26

    26. Episode 26

    [The Wednesday Downtown show relies too much on impressionist comedians]

  10. E25

    25. Episode 25

    Comedian Recognition Disparity Duo Ranking 2016 • Hypnosis Strongest Theory • People Buried in Sand Have No Choice But to Be Interviewed Theory • Impossible to Get Down by Oneself After a Toss in the Air Theory

  11. E24

    24. Episode 24

    [The theory that relatives of celebrities are vulnerable to being scammed by bad impersonators in "It's me" fraud schemes] [The theory that the town where earthquake experts live is the safest] [The theory that it's surprisingly difficult to break a bottle and use it as a weapon]

  12. E23

    23. Episode 23

    [The theory that celebrities were head and shoulders above the rest during their amateur days] [The theory that everyone has at least one story where they thought they were going to die] [The theory that anyone buying Yatsuhashi at Tokyo Station is only doing it to create an alibi]

  13. E22

    22. Episode 22

    [The theory that no older wife is more selfless than Olga] [The theory that every popular comedian's routine has been turned into a rhythm game] [The theory that "There's someone inside when you open the door" is ultimately the scariest] [The theory that there's a "Mr." in every sport]

  14. E21

    21. Episode 21

    [The theory that if you combine the top and bottom photos of people who look like celebrities, they'll look exactly alike.] [The theory that you could barely survive for a week on only foods that contain the names of celebrities.] [The theory that child actors who played the younger versions of celebrities end up looking like the original actors when they grow up.]

  15. E20

    20. Episode 20

    [The "funny pictures" on a beautiful woman's smartphone are probably just lame] [The theory that no one knows the name of that gourd-shaped thing in fukujinzuke pickles] [The theory that if you go as far as reverse pranks, you'll start to get suspicious of each other] [The theory that Akira Maeda is truly the pro wrestler with the worst articulation]

  16. Wednesday Downtown S3 E19 still E19

    19. Episode 19

    When the social networking icon is a double shot, the prettier one is the real person. • Even a puppet can play the message game. • If you don't have a complete grasp of your tools of the trade, you're not a professional. • A 300km/h pitching machine can hit a home run with a bunt.

  17. Wednesday Downtown S3 E18 still E18

    18. Episode 18

    Asking people wearing band T-shirts in town if they know the intro of a song of the band. If they can not answer, the T-shirt is confiscated and they can't complain. • The older you get, the shorter a day feels. • People who wear giant sunglasses at night can't have a valid reason other than being a superstar. • In Japanese buildings, the number '4' is overly cared for.

  18. E17

    17. Episode 17

    [The theory that there are women who have grandchildren at the age of 32] [The theory that there are still many talented singers out there who are just sleeping in obscurity because they haven't received any offers] [The theory that a man wearing a baseball cap at a public gambling venue in Tokyo could collect all 12 professional baseball teams] [The theory that it would be terrifying if you were told "We've already taken your payment" at every meal] [The theory that women with large breasts are not suited for sports]

  19. E16

    16. Episode 16

    [Game x Reality: Mixed Kart Showdown, Part 2] [The theory that being full is actually more painful than being hungry] [The theory that if Pervert Mask actually did it, his true identity would be obvious] [Game x Reality: SASUKE Mario] [The theory that Toshiaki Megumi only has one fan] [The theory that Matsumoto, not Hamada, is the one who is truly kind to his fans] [The theory that even gravure idols can be funny if they comment as comedians tell them to]

  20. E15

    15. Episode 15

    [Mixed Rules Showdown: Gomoku Narabe vs. Wanko Soba] [The theory that even a shoplifting detective can't spot a bad magician when they're serious] [The theory that you're guaranteed to get hit on the first try in the 10-question quiz] [The theory that if you drink noodle soup thinking it's barley tea, you'll 100% spit it out]

  21. Wednesday Downtown S3 E14 still E14

    14. Episode 14

    There's an anecdote behind every unique gravestone! • The ages 0 to 100 can all be found in song lyrics! • Your parent's funny faces will definitely make you laugh! • There's no one over 70 years old and over 100kg in weight!

  22. E13

    13. Episode 13

    [The theory that lies told by the elderly are the hardest to see through] [The theory that no one would pass up an orange rolling down a hill] [The theory that if you collect the trash from cherry blossom viewing parties and travel north with the cherry blossom front, you could cross the Tsugaru Strait in a boat made of that trash]

  23. E12

    12. Episode 12

    [The theory that fans who approach you on the street saying "I'm a fan" are usually not that big of a fan] [The theory that there are absolutely no people who install a Japanese-style toilet in a newly built house] [The theory that it's hell for comedians whose props are stolen backstage] [The No. 1 Singing Sportsman Championship]

  24. E11

    11. Episode 11

    [The theory that it's impossible to eat sushi according to the lyrics at the tempo of the song "Sushi Kui Ne!" (doubles)] [The theory that you wouldn't notice if Sagami turned into sumo] [The theory that if someone is African, you can tell which country they're from] [The theory that people with fish faces have a wide field of vision]

  25. E10

    10. Episode 10

    [The theory that you grow a little taller right after bungee jumping] [The theory that Hotei's guitar can also be used for drawing lots] [The theory that you can talk reasonably well with a gag in your mouth] [The theory that if Harisunao drew a caricature of Professor Hayashi, it would be a perfect match] [The theory that Filet-O-Fish is often served on rainy days] [The theory that you can make a card game using only things that aren't Haruna from Harisenbon] [The theory that it's impossible to notice on your own if someone sticks a piece of paper with "idiot" or something similar on your back as a prank] [The theory that Kobayashi from the kendo club is nicknamed Kenkoba] [The theory that an old man's shot is a toe kick] [The theory that the only word that follows "doshidoshi" is "apply"]

  26. E9

    9. Episode 9

    [The theory that comedians who specialize in the "tsukkomi" (straight man) role are always in "tsukkomi" mode even in everyday life] [Game x Reality: Mixed Kart Battle] [The theory that even if the real person appears as a look-alike in an impersonation show, they might not be noticed] [The theory that "Sakura" is the most common song title in Japan] [Who knows the most about Downtown? Downtown Quiz (The theory that fans know more about Downtown than the members themselves)]

  27. E8

    8. Episode 8

    [Rank Kingdom and SP Collaboration: Top 10 Things 200 Women in Shibuya Want to See Again]

  28. E7

    7. Episode 7

    [Exam Series Part 2: University Acceptance Reaction Quiz] [The theory that grandfathers can definitely recognize a portrait of themselves drawn by their beloved grandchildren] [The theory that bowing in apology is extremely effective] [The theory that Nobukobu Yoshimura immediately forgets the meaning of "unconventional"]

  29. E6

    6. Episode 6

    [The theory that every beautiful woman knows at least one celebrity's phone number] [The theory that it's hard to sing cheerful songs at karaoke after being lectured] [The theory that karate practitioners unconsciously say "Osu" even in everyday conversation] [The theory that there are ○-1 Grand Prix competitions like K-1 and M-1, from A to Z]

  30. E5

    5. Episode 5

    [The theory that you can meet celebrities if you stake out social media] [The theory that anything tastes the same if you boil it for a week] [The theory that Matsumoto Hitoshi's relatives are so distant that they don't realize it] [The theory that there are no professional baseball players who have never hit a home run in their lives] [The theory that Hamada Masatoshi's "results announcement" can scare away crows]

  31. E4

    4. Episode 4

    [The theory that ZARD always puts the song title in the chorus] [Early morning real escape game] [The theory that the "You're a child I picked up at ○○" joke was number one again in 2016, under the bridge] [The theory that if there's one or two demon horns, two is the mainstream]

  32. E3

    3. Episode 3

    [The theory that old nicknames are merciless] [The theory that it's impossible to eat sushi according to the lyrics at the tempo of the song "Sushi Kui Ne!"] [The theory that body blows don't have a gradual effect] [The theory that it's impossible to get a perfect score on karaoke with Scatman songs]

  33. E2

    2. Episode 2

    [Akemi Matsuno believes anything theory] [The meaning of a story changes when it goes through seven languages ​​theory] [The seal of authority still works in Mito theory] [The strongest chanko restaurant is one that has both delicious chanko and strong sumo wrestling skills theory]

  34. E1

    1. Episode 1

    [I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2015] [There are no virgins among rowdy adults] [Customers spending New Year's Eve in a karaoke box always sing a song that gets the party going first] [Mr. Poop and Mr. Penis exist] [Kuro-chan is super suspicious now that he's been cast in a TBS drama series]

2017

2017 · 39 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago

Wednesday Downtown 2017 release dates →
  1. E39

    39. Episode 39

    Finale

    The Sandwichman hamburger shop skit is now so funny no matter who does it... Various comedians, including Cookie and Zun Iio, take on the role of the shop employee, opposite Date, who is the straight man! While maintaining the shop employee setting, Date takes on the challenge of improvising as the comedians freely crack jokes! Kuro-chan's second Twitter project, "Future Kuro-chan," is once again monitored thoroughly 24 hours a day, and this time Kuro-chan tweets about the future one day ahead! Can Kuro-chan change the predicted future? And what will become of his lies and love? A movie-worthy masterpiece! The special opening video, a staple of the special edition, is also included!

  2. E38

    38. Episode 38

    Tonight at 10pm, it's Wednesday's Downtown! In the segment "Whether it's hot or cold, the cold is ultimately harder to bear," celebrities are brought into rooms and simply told "Please wait a moment" for observation! The time it takes for them to leave a room that gradually gets hotter and a room that gets colder is compared! If they can't stand it, they have to go to the hole! In the segment "Nyanko Star's skit, the better the jump rope, the funnier it is," the jump rope role is changed to jump rope experts from various genres to test the theory! A preview of next week's 2-hour special will also be shown, so don't miss it until the very end!

  3. E37

    37. Episode 37

    In the latest installment of the "Someone's There When You Open It" prank, where your "favorite" is inside, will the joy outweigh the fear? In the "Someone's There When You Open It" prank, where your favorite person suddenly appears in your home or car, will the joy outweigh the fear? In the "Even When Visiting Someone's Home for the Second Time, You Still React Like It's the First Time" prank, what would you do the second time around if you had to visit the same house twice, a week apart? In the "No Teeth, Bad Singer" prank, we'll hold a no-tooth singing contest!

  4. E36

    36. Episode 36

    In "The second installment of the theory that the most embarrassing moments a comedian has ever made are actually the funniest," we'll be showing rare past footage of popular comedians spectacularly failing at their jokes! Are they funny when you watch them again now? We'll also be covering theories about being on the phone and ninja techniques! In "The theory that you'll accept anything if you're on the phone," we'll be testing this by handing unexpected items to celebrities who are concentrating on their calls! What kind of things will they accept? And in "The theory that ninja techniques are surprisingly still effective in modern times," there will be some unexpected developments!

  5. E35

    35. Episode 35

    In the theory that there are people with numbers in their names, from one to one hundred... we'll thoroughly investigate whether there are people with numbers in their names, not "Ichiro" or "Jiro," but "Ichi" or "Ni," from 1 to 100! In the "2x vs. 1/2, Even Theory"... we'll have a competition with table tennis using rackets that are 2x and 1/2x the size, as well as golf and kendo with different sized equipment! We'll also cover the "If you've done the joke well, it can work even if the straight man and funny man roles are filmed separately" theory! Stay tuned!

  6. E34

    34. Episode 34

    Is it true that only Takeshi Kitano uses the first-person pronoun "oira" in print these days...? We've thoroughly investigated rare first-person pronouns from all over Japan, including "oira," "ora," and "oidon"! Are they still commonly used today? Plus, there's a prank on Tamuken while he's on the run while dressed stylishly! In "On the Run While Dressed Stylishly," the stage is a shopping mall! If you get caught, you'll get an immediate fashion check! Can you complete your full outfit while hiding from the hunters?!

  7. E33

    33. Episode 33

    Akira 100%: With the latest high-speed cameras, you can see what's on the other side of the tray. ▼You wouldn't notice if a monk's chanting turned into a hammer kammer halfway through. ▼Regular Nishikawa-kun: You can surprise him with a birthday while he's unconscious. ▼Potatoes: Depending on how you cut them, they're practically apples. ▼Skydiving: Even if you go skydiving in soaking wet clothes, they'll be dry by the time you land. ▼Octopus and squid: About half the people like them. ▼The deserted island with just one palm tree: It doesn't actually exist. ▼Even a karuta master can get slapped. Theories include: ▼ The prank where "an old man is actually an athlete in special effects makeup"—if a similar situation were to occur, even a real old man would get excited. ▼ If you eat one grape every 10 seconds, you could eat it forever.

  8. E32

    32. Episode 32

    The most famous Japanese person within Japan is Ichiro Suzuki. • When chasing the bus in a drama, if it's Wainaina, he will be able to catch up before it reaches the destination. • Even if you draw a completely random portrait, if you seriously search for them, you can find someone that looks exactly the same.

  9. E31

    31. Episode 31

    "The theory that someone who doesn't know the rules of golf will believe any rules imposed on them," FUJIWARA's Haranishi, Viking, and Audrey's Kasuga take part in a round, testing the theory by targeting Viking's Nishimura, a golf novice! In today's segment, we'll announce the ranking of restaurants with names ending in "-chan"! Furthermore, we'll gather the owners of restaurants named "Macchan" and "Hamachan" in the studio for a team competition where having more people on the team is advantageous.

  10. E30

    30. Episode 30

    Real Slumdog Millionaire... Three people are brought together without knowing anything and given a seemingly ordinary quiz, but the answers are actually all "from events they experienced in the past week"! Can they answer all the questions correctly? In "The Jimmy Onishi Theory: The Entertainment Industry's Least Sleepy Person"... A competition to defeat Jimmy Onishi and determine the King of Sleeping People will be held! And look forward to the lying Kuro-chan "Monster Edition"! A new and shocking side of Kuro-chan will be revealed!!

  11. E29

    29. Episode 29

    We're announcing the "Wednesday Downtown VTR Appearance Ranking" from the show's inception in 2014 to the present! The comedian with the most appearances will receive a special project! We'll also be specially releasing previously unaired footage of the lying Kuro-chan that was deemed too embarrassing to air! Stay tuned! Three and a half years have passed since the show began! Who has appeared in the most "Wednesday Downtown VTRs" so far!? The comedian with the most appearances will receive a special project! We'll also be releasing previously unaired footage from the Kuro-chan lying tweet monitoring project!

  12. E28

    28. Episode 28

    The theory that no human bone is unbroken leads to a street survey aiming to find every single bone in the body that has been fractured! The theory that it would be awkward if the person you asked for an autograph was a look-alike! A mixed-rules eating contest! Food fighters at a budget restaurant vs. ordinary people at a high-end restaurant. Which team can eat more at a high-end Chinese restaurant: a team of food fighters devouring food at a cheap restaurant, or a team of comedians?

  13. E27

    27. Episode 27

    ANZEN Manzai, Cookie, RG and others clash in the ultimate parody song tournament▼The theory that you might not notice if someone else is wearing your personal belongings▼The theory that Mr. Osu even says "Osu" in his sleepIn "The theory that you might not notice if someone else is wearing your personal belongings"...various personal belongings are brought out from home for investigation! From his own clothes to his clock and plates at home...and even his wife's homemade curry appears in unexpected places!In "The Ultimate Parody Song Tournament, Part 3 - High School Girls Tournament", ANZEN Manzai, Razor Ramon RG, Cookie, Hollywood Zakoshisho and others...8 comedians specializing in song parody songs will compete in a dream parody song tournament!The judges will be high school girls!

  14. E26

    26. Episode 26

    Ding Dong Ditch escape tag game! • "London Boots 1 2" is the lamest comedy duo name! • Name switching series continues: Will people actually notice if we switch the name of their favorite singer to something similar!?

  15. E25

    25. Episode 25

    In the Kuro-chan Lie Tweet Monitoring Project... Kuro-chan will be thoroughly monitored 24 hours a day for a week! We will check his Twitter account, where he freely spills his private life, and expose the discrepancy between his posts and reality... A project to expose the liar! Today's theory is... Shaved ice is the food with the lowest cost ratio! We will announce the "Ranking of Foods with Low Cost Ratios"! After the 24 Hours of Close Coverage by the Police, please enjoy the 24 Hours of Close Coverage by Kuro-chan!

  16. E24

    24. Episode 24

    Even if it's a blatant rip-off, would you still accept it if it's an MC job? We'll find out on Hamada's MC show "Prebat!!"▼Celebrities go on a massive search for someone wearing the same T-shirt as them in the city▼What's the origin of Takahashi Naoko's nickname "Q-chan"? In the segment "If you seriously search for someone wearing the same T-shirt as you for a day, you'll find them"... Six celebrities go on a massive search for someone wearing the same T-shirt as them in the city! We'll put it to the test in this grueling shoot where they can't go home until they find someone! Don't miss it!

  17. E23

    23. Episode 23

    The theory that you can actually get away with tailing someone while hiding in a cardboard box▼If you eat Home Run Bars for a month straight, can you hit a home run with a bat made from those bars? Matenrou investigates.

  18. E22

    22. Episode 22

    Tomorrow's broadcast on the 26th will cover...▼Can they sing and shed tears at the perfect moment during the chorus?▼The most popular comedian among junior and senior high school girls is surely no longer NON STYLE▼The unavoidable chokehold from a kind old lady they give a piggyback ride to▼"The most popular comedian among junior and senior high school girls is surely no longer NON STYLE" is...3 years after "The most popular comedian among junior and senior high school girls is NON STYLE, that can't be true"...After everything that's happened, surely that can't be true anymore?

  19. E21

    21. Episode 21

    Early Lunch Teacher - Part 2! Eat your meal without getting caught during a paranormal investigation! ▼Does mixing lotion and birdlime negate their effects? Plus, various counter-effect battles! ▼The theory that if adults get serious, they can just step on each other's shadows and go home. In the "The theory that mixing lotion and birdlime cancels each other out and negates their effects"... Plus, we also test counter-effect battles such as "Extremely spicy vs. extremely sweet," "Flexible person vs. master of joint locks," and "Unfunny person vs. easily amused person"!

  20. E20

    20. Episode 20

    The theory that "if a comedian's joke situation were to happen in reality, they could deliver a perfect punchline" will be tested with: ◇Sandwichman's "hamburger shop" joke ◇Tomonori Jinnai's "eye exam" joke ◇Chidori's "taxi" joke...! In the segment featuring everyone's theories, the theory that "the most common animal depicted on restaurant signs is the eel" will be tested! And don't miss the segment where "comedians' joke scenarios actually happen in reality"!

  21. E19

    19. Episode 19

    This week's presenter for "Everyone's Theories" is Kenji Tamura! He will be testing the theory that "If you get lectured while eating samgyeopsal, you won't be able to wrap it in lettuce afterwards!" A new category for mealtimes has been added to the popular "Lecture Series"! Stay tuned! In "There are tons of little-known theories about the number one ○○ in Japan," we will be testing information submitted by viewers, such as "the slowest elevator in Japan," "the cheapest coin parking lot in Japan," "the steepest slope in Japan," and "the narrowest building in Japan"!

  22. E18

    18. Episode 18

    This week's presenters for "Everyone's Theory" are Ginshari! They'll be testing the theory that "there is no one in this world with a narrower forehead than Impossible Hirukawa!" Does someone with a narrower forehead than Hirukawa actually exist in this world!? In the fourth installment of "Sushi Master," a new stage will be added to the original rhythm game "Sushi Master," where you eat sushi according to the lyrics of "Sushi Kui Nee"! Big eaters will take on the challenges of "The Lunchbox Song" and "The Mushroom Song"!

  23. E17

    17. Episode 17

    Today's episode of Downtown is Wednesday! Chidori's "Everyone's Theory" is...the theory that there are tons of crimes that have never been applied, and they will announce the "Rare Crime Ranking" with the fewest applications! Also, there's the "Five-Round Showdown of Partner Disparity" between "the other one, not Antony" Dai Tony and "the other one, not Miyazon" Arapon! "The theory that if you're interviewed on the street and they don't realize you're a celebrity, you'll at least hint at it, even if you don't refuse" - what will celebrities do if they are mistaken for ordinary people and interviewed? They will test this in various scenarios targeting Miyazon, Viking Nishimura, and others!

  24. E16

    16. Episode 16

    If a professional impersonates real teachers, their students will die of laughter. • The stronger the tsukkomi, the funnier it gets. • Change the lyrics of famous songs playing in the background of a restaurant and see if anyone will notice. • You are helpless when you're carrying a urine sample.

  25. E15

    15. Episode 15

    Could you recognize your own dog, even if other people are walking him? • If you introduce the strangest person from your acquaintances, you finally reach a hoarders house. • Batsu x Rhythm Game. • Punishment x Domino Show.

  26. E14

    14. Episode 14

    The scariest thing is waking up to find someone there▼The second installment of the theory that sudden pro wrestling moves are unavoidable▼What if you could hear the voices of the angel and the devil lurking inside you?▼Survey of over 100 people in a LINE group

  27. E13

    13. Episode 13

    ▼The theory that as long as the "o" and "shita" are correct, anything goes in between when saying "Otsukaresama deshita" (Thank you for your hard work) ▼The theory that bald men wear rimless glasses ▼The theory that table tennis players are good at slapping ▼The theory that in the end, brute strength is more important than intellect when it comes to puzzle rings ▼The theory that Sunshine Ikezaki can introduce himself with full energy even right after waking up ▼The theory that once you sing either the Workman or Shin Nippon House song, you'll never remember the other one again ▼The theory that if you combine the faces of everyone who isn't Haruna from Harisenbon, it will actually turn out to be Haruna. AND MORE

  28. E12

    12. Episode 12

    Tonight at 9:57 PM, it's Wednesday's Downtown! The theory that "no matter how impossible a face-in-the-hole signboard is, if there's a hole, people will still put their faces in it" will be tested with six "original" impossible face-in-the-hole signboards created for the show! Today's panelists are Pierre Taki, Yuko Ogura, RENA, and Hakata Daikichi!

  29. E11

    11. Episode 11

    [Early Lunch Teacher] [The theory that the moment a comedian bombed the most is actually funny] [The theory that a village in the same situation as Yoshikazu Ikuzo's "We're Going to Tokyo" actually exists]

  30. E10

    10. Episode 10

    [Karaoke x Dance Dance Revolution] [The sound engineer's judo throw is unavoidable] [If you say "I'm a fan of so-and-so" in a street interview, the person themselves will appear from the location van—even an impersonator can pull this off] [Even a Noh mask can look cute if you use the latest photo booth's mega-enhancement feature] [Even from the deepest part of the outfield, a 300 km/h pitching machine can throw out a runner who's tagging up] [Pitfall Battle Royale] [Nobody would notice if the voices of people on TV were actually dubbed by impersonators]

  31. E9

    9. Episode 9

    [The theory that the contrast in Anjash's interest in food is extreme] [Home improvement stores x SASUKE] [The theory that old-fashioned shopping streets have incredibly old, unsold goods] [The theory that poison mist is effective in all kinds of competitions]

  32. E8

    8. Episode 8

    [The theory that you can spend a whole day unnoticed wearing a poor-boy style outfit, depending on how you act] [The theory that a combination of brains and physical strength is the strongest] [The theory that time bombs that stop when you cut either the red or blue wire don't actually exist]

  33. E7

    7. Episode 7

    [The theory that comedians will go along with even the most obvious and bad pranks, Part 2] [The theory that farmers running unmanned roadside stalls are incredibly kind-hearted] [The theory that "there's someone in the back seat" is ultimately the scariest thing]

  34. E6

    6. Episode 6

    [All the original sources for the show's official LINE stickers revealed]

  35. E5

    5. Episode 5

    Would kids be excited to get a present from Santa even if he were a scary monster?

  36. E4

    4. Episode 4

    [I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2016] [The stick is more effective than the carrot] [If you've been serving a long prison sentence overseas, you won't know anything about what happened in Japan during that time]

  37. E3

    3. Episode 3

    There are still Japanese people who have had iron balls put on their feet • Fat people eat surprisingly little • Are stupid celebrities faking it?

  38. E2

    2. Episode 2

    [The theory that you can spend a whole day in a poor-boy style outfit without being noticed, depending on how you act] [The theory that even if someone sings Ai Otsuka's "Sakuranbo" at karaoke after you've been lectured, it's hard to chime in with "one more time"] [The theory that no one plays more roles by themselves than Eddie Murphy in "The Nutty Professor"] [The theory that even Mr. Osu wouldn't be able to say "Osu" if he were hypnotized]

  39. E1

    1. Episode 1

    [Sushi Master, Part 3] [As long as the boss doesn't stop cheering, subordinates will never quit] [Tickling becomes bearable after 10 minutes] [Short hair makes you strong-willed]

2018

2018 · 37 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago

Wednesday Downtown 2018 release dates →
  1. E37

    37. Episode 37

    Finale

    Monster House 7 4th Annual Parody Song Ultimate Tournament◆The theory that Mr. Shachihoko can gather the entire Akko Family with a "It's me" phone call◆Monster House Final Episode◆Live broadcast from Toshimaen True MONSTER HOUSE Kuro-chan's national vote for imprisonment

  2. E36

    36. Episode 36

    Monster House 6 The theory that there is a man somewhere in this world who can carry even the heaviest woman in Japan in a princess carry◆The theory that if you wake up in the morning and your wife and child have turned into different people who look very similar, you'll think it's still a dream◆The theory that breast fetishists are extinct◆Monster House Episode 6

  3. E35

    35. Episode 35

    Monster House 5 The theory that any comedian can become the number one favorite comedian if they are from their hometown◆The theory that even if a giant balloon never bursts, a comedian can remain terrified forever◆Monster House Episode 5

  4. E34

    34. Episode 34

    Monster House 4 The way a comedian handles the embarrassing items found in their bag reveals their true abilities◆Elevator quick change challenge◆Monster House Episode 4

  5. E33

    33. Episode 33

    Everyone's Theories Special The fastest you can play the tunes of 'Flohwalzer' is by a piano. • Boomerang underwear. • Inu-chan gets read as Wan-chan. • Cheating in backstroke swimming. • Replacing toothpaste with mint ice cream. • The song with the most 'Baby' in it's lyrics is "Thrill" by Tomoyasu Hotei. • Eating rice forever. • The name of the person with the earliest seating number in Japan is "Ai Aiuchi". • If two strangers face each other in a staring contest, no one will win. • "Onigawara" is full of weak points. • The Thousand-armed Kannon doesn't actually have 1000 arms. • Ben Johnson, if he becomes white, he will look like __? • Boldly smoking a hookah after getting scolded. • The pickaxe is extinct. • You can't wake someone up with a bad smell alone. • Ordering a large portion of rice and getting double the regular size. • The math problem that involves walking around a pond. • The song "Road" can still be sang with just the phrase "Exactly one year ago".

  6. E32

    32. Episode 32

    Monster House #3 Parent-Child Escape Game. • 50/50 split questions: "Life in prison vs life on a deserted island", "when being questioned by the police, what's more awkward to have in your pocket, bra vs revenge notebook.", "winter clothes in summer vs summer clothes in winter", "not being able to take off your watch vs an agency messages you twice a day to confirm your existence", "which would be more annoying if it disappeared, TBS vs TV Tokyo". • Monster House #3

  7. E31

    31. Episode 31

    Monster House #2 Tsurutaro Kataoka is the #1 entertainer at passing through tight spaces. • There exists someone over 2m who is "culturally inclined". • Monster House #2.

  8. E30

    30. Episode 30

    A week of living a certain life: The theory that if you take your eyes off them for a while they'll eat something else ◆The theory that the person in a comedy duo who doesn't write the material has no right to complain no matter how unfunny their partner's material is ◆The theory that there is no such thing as a preschooler who doesn't eat sushi without wasabi

  9. E29

    29. Episode 29

    Monster House 1 Theory: As long as the "yo" and "su" in "Yoroshiku onegaishimasu" are correct, anything can go in between • Theory: A comedian's skill is completely evident by how they handle a sketchy amateur at a live broadcast location • Theory: The space under Kuro-chan's bed is barely livable for a person • MONSTER HOUSE 1st WEEK

  10. E28

    28. Episode 28

    Wednesday's Downtown: Peak Viewership Rating Ranking

  11. E27

    27. Episode 27

    Karateka vs. professional fighter using a stick: A theory that it would be a close match if the rule allowed the karateka to kick the tool once. ◆The pattern of a child hiding a stray pet from their parents: A theory that it could go up to a maximum of one person. ◆Heavy smokers over 100 years old: A theory that they don't exist. ◆Nobody says "hello" to their friends: A theory that no one does.

  12. E26

    26. Episode 26

    The theory that the "quirky girl" persona is running out of patterns ◆The theory that the limit of how far you can make people laugh is 100m ◆The theory that if you were lectured by Akira 100% while completely naked and wearing a tray as a comedy costume, the contrast would be so great that it would actually be funny

  13. E25

    25. Episode 25

    The theory that it's easy to shake off a celebrity during filming ◆The theory that hints of a birthday surprise will inevitably make them excited ◆The theory that even Hikomaro would be scary if he were doing a food review without a camera ◆The theory that even the most obscure sport has its own dedicated trophy

  14. E24

    24. Episode 24

    Dog Domino Challenge◆The theory that Beckham hair still barely exists in 2018◆Real-life Slumdog Millionaire Part 2

  15. E23

    23. Episode 23

    If you put on a scary face, no one will sit next to you. • If you walk alongside Japan National Route 1 and pick up every single cigarette butt litter on the way, by the time you get to Nagoya, you'll have enough of them to make a pillow of similar quality to a buckwheat pillow. • In delinquent hero stories, 80% of them ends with 'The next thing I know, I'm in the hospital'. • There exists someone whose name takes over 100 strokes to write.

  16. E22

    22. Episode 22

    The theory that fat people who were popular when they were skinny are still somewhat popular even now that they're fat ◆The theory that if you're really good at singing, you can get the score you want at karaoke ◆The theory that if you're a submarine pitcher in little league baseball, it's 100% your parents' choice ◆The theory of a weight-borrowing race

  17. E21

    21. Episode 21

    The theory that you can attract attention if you hide it◆The second round of the Tsukkomi Challenge: Haraichi's comedy routine version ◆The theory that IKKO can make a location shoot work as long as she says a four-letter word

  18. E20

    20. Episode 20

    A life where you have to eat the same food that appears on TV: A food fighter could barely manage to do this for 24 hours. ◆The "Ushi no Toki Mairi" style of placing a candle on your head: It's too hot to perform a curse. ◆A new early morning sport simulation.

  19. E19

    19. Episode 19

    Nobody's had their double eyelids surgically changed to single eyelids! • Comedians who are bad at improv are funnier when they're drunk! • Real Prank! • There's no service area that doesn't sell soft serve!

  20. E18

    18. Episode 18

    The family of Robert Akiyama is rumored to be the number one celebrity whose family profits from riding on the coattails of children. ◆It's hard to point out a spectacular slip of the tongue after being lectured. ◆Even as adults, there are things we dislike, and there are traumatic episodes associated with them. ◆Native Japanese species are causing trouble somewhere in the world.

  21. E17

    17. Episode 17

    The celebrity who most closely resembles Katsumata Shūwa is Kuro-chan (theory) ◆The most grueling chain-reaction project is the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure tower system (theory)

  22. E16

    16. Episode 16

    The theory that even if something important is handed to you while knocking, you'll instinctively hit it. ◆The theory that you absolutely cannot read the "Sushi Zanmai" logo unless you know it. ◆The theory that you wouldn't notice if Go stones were swapped with Mentos. ◆The theory that a lariat while gargling is unavoidable. ◆The theory that grandmothers can't make a duck face. ◆The theory that you could eat corn forever if you ate one kernel every 10 seconds. ◆The theory that people following you don't notice they're being followed. ◆The theory that a portrait artist gets better and better if the same person comes every day. ◆The theory that if you draw a smiling Yukichi Fukuzawa and fold it, it will revert back to its original face. ◆The theory that mooncakes are the heaviest food. And more

  23. E15

    15. Episode 15

  24. E14

    14. Episode 14

    The theory that you'd follow any tricky training method if RIZAP told you to ◆The theory that Hamada Yutaro is the No. 1 comedian at "What's in the box?" ◆The theory that it's difficult to cry exactly when a song is in the chorus

  25. E13

    13. Episode 13

    The theory that as long as "a" and "ta" are correct, anything goes in between "thank you" ◆Sumo wrestling totaling 170kg, Part 2 ◆The theory that every minor sport has been turned into a manga at least once ◆The theory that there are Naha citizens who cannot write "Naha" in kanji

  26. E12

    12. Episode 12

    The theory that the funniest moment a comedian has ever had is hilarious to everyone who sees it◆The theory that there are quite a few Iwaheis◆The theory that if adults really tried, they could travel from the northernmost tip of Honshu to Tokyo just by stepping on snow

  27. E11

    11. Episode 11

    Kochikame Verification SP ◆ Is fishing for entertaining clients possible in reality? ◆ Multi-sport showdown 3-match series ① Skating x Kendo ◆ Multi-sport showdown 3-match series ② Baseball x Tennis ◆ Multi-sport showdown 3-match series ③ Cycling x Baseball ◆ Does wrapping yourself in 30cm of plastic wrap really hide your nakedness? ◆ Would anyone spill their salary if they were tickled like Ryotsu? ◆ Is it possible to make the occupant of a hoarder's house clean through hypnosis? ◆ Let's eat lots of cheap candy! ◆ Would playing golf in the middle of the city be fun? ◆ Would playing the "When, Where, What to Do" game actually be fun?

  28. E10

    10. Episode 10

    Guess the theory from the conclusion special!

  29. E9

    9. Episode 9

    Double fixed match showdown, part 2◆Draining all the water from SASUKE's pond◆Monologue: If you do it too flashy, people might mistake it for a hands-free call.

  30. E8

    8. Episode 8

    [The theory that people can somehow live even on a balance beam] [The theory that there are quite a few people who have never left an island] [The theory that chrysanthemums are the number one edible side dish that nobody eats]

  31. E7

    7. Episode 7

    [The theory that you can survive the extreme cold of a snow-covered mountain with just 10,000 yen] [The theory that a comedian specializing in straight man routines could instantly retort with "You're the one singing?!"] [The theory that elephants are the most common animal-shaped playground equipment in parks]

  32. E6

    6. Episode 6

    Hiding somebody in someone's bed is the scariest thing ever! • If 1 person leaves a trio and you're left with the idiot, you can't go on as a duo! • Searching for Bean bodies of Japan. Shorter than 150cm and heavier than 100kg!

  33. E5

    5. Episode 5

    A fixed match where both parties are told to lose will still be an exciting match! • Mixed rule competition: Consuming the most amount of flour! • Nobody but Pro wrestler Aya herself can draw her face paint correctly!

  34. E4

    4. Episode 4

    [I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2017] [Mixed rules showdown: "Connections x Soccer"] [The scene where Junji Takada says "I'm Junji Takada" can't be found even if you search all of TBS's archives]

  35. E3

    3. Episode 3

    [The theory that everyone has passionate fans] [The theory that even amateur bald jokes can be a hit if a bald comedian produces them] [The theory that there are quite a few people over 60 who have been seriously scolded]

  36. E2

    2. Episode 2

    [The theory that you can easily find a celebrity's ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend if you investigate their hometown] [Mr. Osu's "Osu! Karate-do"] [The theory that even during the year-end and New Year's party season, the fifth round of parties is probably the limit] [The theory that if you search hard enough, you can find someone who looks just like a roughly drawn caricature]

  37. E1

    1. Episode 1

    In a "Where are they now" program, it's not possible to point out someone completely different! • People who are not famous and have their own autograph is cringey! • Locals who live on a peninsula exaggerate it when asked to draw a map of Japan!

2019

2019 · 38 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago

Wednesday Downtown 2019 release dates →
  1. E38

    38. Episode 38

    Finale

    The ultimate "comedy" quiz king showdown • Monster Idol final episode

  2. E37

    37. Episode 37

    Monster Idol episode 5

  3. E36

    36. Episode 36

    Mutsumi resident comedian showdown • Monster Idol episode 4

  4. E35

    35. Episode 35

    Ventriloquist theory: If the puppet joins in while you're getting scolded, you'd have to call it out • Monster Idol episode 3

  5. E34

    34. Episode 34

    Animal couple: The "kiss challenge" – distracting Kyoko and kissing without her noticing • A bust made by yourself while alive – is that acceptable? • If a CEO makes their own statue while alive, they can do the "Hajime Hana pattern" without employees noticing • Monster Idol episode 2

  6. E33

    33. Episode 33

    The 5th Parody Strongest Tournament. • Monster Idol #1.

  7. E32

    32. Episode 32

    Everyone's Theories Special • When hiding in a closet, you can't come out when hit with a smelly air cannon • If Hikomaro finds real jewels, he would say "It's a treasure box" • 10 times quiz challenge • The Great Kabuki tricked into drinking vinegar disguised as tea • It's impossible to open a snack bag with hands used to knead hamburger meat • Athletes in three different sports • Kuro-chan would think he's dead if he woke up in a flower field • Wet eggplants and dolphins feel the same • You always touch the place where you got slapped afterwards • Madame Dewi wouldn't notice if one more dog was added to her pets • Anyone posting a bottle cap challenge at this time is scary • All people named "Tamura Ken○○" are nicknamed "Tamuken" • TBS's library can compile the musical scale just from Inoki's slaps • The most stolen item in lyrics is a bike • X fans familiar with the "i→I" notation in "ToshI" might read "Hotel" as "Hotei" • Unusual stamina set meals • Excessively small mini salads

  8. E31

    31. Episode 31

    The theory that even if someone angrily tells you to apologize on the spot over the phone, you can just pretend to do it and get away with it • The theory that a smoker comedian, even if told by a panicked staff member that their partner has collapsed just as they light a cigarette, will still take at least one puff before discarding it • The theory that if "everyone has at least one interesting story to tell," then even ordinary people on the street barely have one

  9. E30

    30. Episode 30

    The theory that if you get scolded right after buying soft serve ice cream, you can't eat it, and it melts away • The theory that if you look closely at a shop displaying autographs, you'll find signatures from completely unknown people mixed in • The contest to determine the queen of annoying interactions that keep their husbands from sleeping

  10. E29

    29. Episode 29

    Fake show: "Theory Title" reverse calculation quiz

  11. E28

    28. Episode 28

    The theory that shedding tears right at the chorus of a song is particularly challenging, Part 3 • The MVS (Most Valuable Story) trophy for "Unslippable Stories" is definitely displayed at home • The taxi driver's record for the longest drive has an unavoidable backstory

  12. E27

    27. Episode 27

    The theory that gigs where comedians are banned from using their signature catchphrase are hell • Real "Pro Golfer Monkey" Championship • Colorless, smelly air cannon, Part 3

  13. E26

    26. Episode 26

    The theory that idols with filthy rooms are free to do as they please • The theory that it's difficult to actively get bird droppings to fall on you • The theory that there are quite a few precarious surnames that exist in only one household and have no heir

  14. E25

    25. Episode 25

    Big Eater King vs. Toudaiou: "Eating Quiz" • Running away from enthusiastic older lady fans

  15. E24

    24. Episode 24

    The theory that comedians can deliver perfect punchlines in real-life situations just like in their skits, Part 2 • The theory that in rural areas, even Dowsons can film on location without being recognized • The theory that there are limits to a kite giving birth to a hawk • The theory that you'd be extremely cautious if you were mysteriously led down a backstage corridor and saw a man dressed like "Kora Uncle" with a top hat and cane approaching

  16. E23

    23. Episode 23

    Mixed bingo tournament in the city • The theory that receiving an "Where Are They Now" offer is equally shocking and unpleasant for a moderately successful person • The theory that there are no trio comedians with exactly equal popularity

  17. E22

    22. Episode 22

    There are plenty of ordinary people in big cities who can call celebrities at the drop of a hat. • With hypnosis, even Obon/Kobon can reconcile.

  18. E21

    21. Episode 21

    The theory that it's hell to act cheerful in front of a senior after getting extremely angry at a junior • The theory that NONSTYLE is finally out of the rankings of popular comedians among junior high and high school girls • The theory that if you keep sending the smell of curry from the next room during a meeting, everyone will eat curry afterward • The theory that if you ask late-stage elderly people, they might tell you their "secrets they’ll take to the grave"

  19. E20

    20. Episode 20

    IKKO Catchphrase Contest. • Daily Life Loudness Tournament. • It is impossible to teach women the figure-four leglock over the telephone.

  20. E19

    19. Episode 19

    The theory that an experienced reporter can gracefully handle even the most difficult amateurs at a live broadcast location • Four-Generation Relay Race, Part 2 • The theory that when getting scolded, even if hit by an air cannon with no visible effect but a bad smell, you can't say it stinks

  21. E18

    18. Episode 18

    The theory that when someone asks, "Don't you have something to say to me?" you end up saying something unnecessary • Kyaeen's one-day interconnected electric current life • The theory that if the pitcher and first baseman are both magicians, they could consistently get outs with hidden ball tricks

  22. E17

    17. Episode 17

    Everyone's Theories Special • Running into your mother on the street and thinking she's a stranger. • Changing the pull-to-heat beef tongue lunch box with a party cracker. • Do pachinko parlor clerks spend their days off playing pachinko. • When calling someone to validate an argument, you'll say, "See?". • Runners don't raise their hands after winning a marathon. • The hairstyle that appears most in lyrics is the ponytail. • If you wake up in a VR world, you would be super surprised. • Living creatures can feel your anger. • Bulldogs with spiky collars do not actually exist. • Buying crossword books and forgetting about them. • Can Hikomaro make a bad dish look good? • Does throwing a tantrum work for adults? • You must draw wrinkles on portraits of Matsuo Bannai. • Using "kill/hold your breath" as an example in school. • People with the name "Hotei" all have related nicknames. • Strong words for people in their 20s and 60s. • Sneaking change into a person's hoodie until they notice.

  23. E16

    16. Episode 16

    The theory that even long-term foreign residents in Japan will shout in their native language when extremely surprised • The theory that Rossy is too accepting of everything, which can be unsettling • The theory that stern men have been told at least once, "I won't let you have my daughter"

  24. E15

    15. Episode 15

    If comedians are confined in a room, they can't escape until they guess the new era name! Can they arrive at "Reiwa" with zero information?

  25. E14

    14. Episode 14

    In reality, spraying a drink when laughing or being frightened is quite rare. • If the air cannon's air is colorless, there is no way to dodge it. • Out of standing or sitting, which is more painful to do for a long period of time? • Can anyone beat Naoki Iketani at Naoki Iketani-style push-ups?

  26. E13

    13. Episode 13

    3rd Early Bento Sensei. • Will an athlete's plan to prank someone be more interesting because of their lame acting skills? • If you are a person who can supposedly sense when someone is behind you, can you evade an attack?

  27. E12

    12. Episode 12

    The theory that a comedian can instantly deliver the punchline "You’re the one singing?!" in any situation • The theory that you can't take "Get out!" at face value during a scolding • The theory that every celebrity has at least one unforgettable creepy fan letter

  28. E11

    11. Episode 11

    People who love to smoke will go for it even if the road to the smoking area is full of challenges. • A partner who shows signs of being brainwashed by a diviner, if they propose changing you name, the other party will never agree to it. • Do celebrities remember the names of the attendees they're having a meeting with?

  29. E10

    10. Episode 10

    Shiawase Akatsu Plan: The theory that if Akatsu can memorize 100 titles, he wins 1 million yen • The theory that avid smokers will go to a smoking area no matter how difficult the journey is • The theory that you can't comply if your partner starts leaning toward a fortune teller and insists on changing their name • The theory that if you can't remember the name of a meeting partner right after hearing it, you're unfit to be a celebrity or a professional

  30. E9

    9. Episode 9

    The theory that adding "in a good way" prevents people from getting mad at any insult • The theory that the comedian with the longest career who still has a part-time job is a member of the Ritton Chōsadan • The theory that a three-way competition is the most exciting

  31. E8

    8. Episode 8

    Reverse greeting challenge. • 4 Generation family relay race. • If you witness a kiss in your own break room, you can't help but apologize. • The Stubborn Stains Grand Prix.

  32. E7

    7. Episode 7

    People don't notice when there are a lot of people hiding in a house. • It's more heartbreaking for master-class individuals when a comedian breaks up with a friend. • The oldest sign on a restaurant is now bright brown. • If you ask a foreigner, "Who looks more like a gorilla, Hamada or Matsumoto? They might surprisingly answer Matsumoto.

  33. E6

    6. Episode 6

    2018 Year Teaser Pranks • Screaming-1 Grand Prix • Japan's Longest-Haired Male Comedian: Tom Brown's Nuno-kawa Theory • DESIRE Call-and-Response Championship

  34. E5

    5. Episode 5

    IKKO and Chocolate Planet's Matsuo have gotten to the point where even the people around them can't tell their voices apart. • N°1 Eccentric Artist Battle. • The laugh of hermit old men is always "fo fo fo"

  35. E4

    4. Episode 4

    The theory that it's easy to shake off talent during filming, Part 2◆The theory that people can somehow live even on a bicycle◆Mr. Osu's "Osu! Karate-do" Part 2

  36. E3

    3. Episode 3

    A life where you have to cry once every hour: Even with plenty of items to make you cry, it's still tough. ◆The old man who defeated the bear - 1GP ◆Revealing the prank: Even if you're told the name of a fictional show, you can't help but pretend to know it. ◆Ultimately, the smelliest thing is ○

  37. E2

    2. Episode 2

    The theory that comedians will go along with even the most difficult scenarios they're given ◆The theory that impressionist comedians can pass on an impression to the end through a game of telephone, even if it's their first time doing it ◆The theory that restaurants that only serve one menu item exist in every genre ◆The theory that you can get bingo by saying "Osu" to Mr. Osu

  38. E1

    1. Episode 1

    Panelists' Theories Special Within convenience store clerks, someone who actually used and hit a robber with the color ball doesn't exist. • The name "Imaru", IMALU is the first one to be named it. • If the person is extremely thirsty, they will be able to drink bitter Senburi tea without noticing anything. • Sibling athletes that are in the same sport, the younger sibling is better at it than the older sibling. • "Uwasa no! Tokyo Magazine" is the program that has the most white hair in Japan. • If the ex-girlfriend is in the audience during manzai, the rhythm and pace of the routine will get all screwed up.

2020

2020 · 42 episodes · Last episode: 5 years ago

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  1. E42

    42. Episode 42

    Finale

    Observational jokes are actually not easy to find in real life. • People who get angry on the phone and say "Wait there, I'm coming over", no matter how ridiculous they look, you won't say anything to them.

  2. E41

    41. Episode 41

    Even though Higashibukuro was once seduced by a senior's wife, he should never fall for it again. • If an ordinary person wears night vision goggles and competes with an athlete in the dark, they should always have a chance of winning.

  3. E40

    40. Episode 40

    Ask pedestrians on the street how much cash they have with them. You can't go home until you get five in a row with more money than the last. • If you receive a request announcement for a news and information program, it's a no brainer to agree to it.

  4. E39

    39. Episode 39

    The comedian with the biggest gap between the popularity of their stage name and their real name is Shofukutei Tsurubei. • The Number 1 Unloved Artist Contest. • 80% of the first B in BKB is "Bari" (Super)

  5. E38

    38. Episode 38

    Make Oversleepers Late Challenge. • Since the Heisei era, there's a "chosen land" that has not suffered any natural disasters at all. • The longest you can stay in the bath at a senior's place is an hour.

  6. Wednesday Downtown S7 E37 still E37

    37. Episode 37

    [Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that you can call a rhino by its name without honorifics. ▼ The theory that if you’re served imitation crab at a crab specialty restaurant, you won’t be able to tell the difference. ▼ The theory that after handcuffs are removed, people will always touch their wrists. ▼ The theory that people with fluffy cheek hair won’t feel a slap — testing 19 theories.

  7. E36

    36. Episode 36

    6th Annual Lyric Change Tournament. • If the target of a reverse "busty girl" prank is the father of that girl, it'll result in a hellish scene you can't look at.

  8. E35

    35. Episode 35

    If the athlete has just woken up, the average person has a slight chance of winning. • Something that smells worse than a skunk abounds in the zoo. • There are few artists who have become funnier than Yamazaki. • Did Zakiyama put Downtown in his "NO GOOD" list?

  9. E34

    34. Episode 34

    There are some talented artists who used to be the number 1 at NSC that didn't turn out to be that successful after. • The cheapest hostel in Japan costs less than 1000 yen per night.

  10. E33

    33. Episode 33

    If you collect cicada shells while walking along Route 1 this summer, you'll be able to fill a semi double futon by the time you get to Nagoya. • If a child writes a letter with the condition "If you can make your parents cry, you'll get a gift" regardless of the motive, the result will be a super touching letter.

  11. E32

    32. Episode 32

    1 hour Special: Doing the exact same pranks over again!

  12. E31

    31. Episode 31

    If you really love your wife, if you suddenly send an "I love you" LINE message, she'll simply be happy. • Female artists who claim to be spiritually sensitive are full of it. • Ranking the best pitcher of all time in baseball manga.

  13. E30

    30. Episode 30

    DIY Prank Tournament. • Big Eating X Marathon.

  14. E29

    29. Episode 29

    If you make a strong impression on the staff at the first shop you go to, you can just order "the usual" the next time you go back to that place. • It's difficult to cry while singing during the climax of a song. • You can buy anything for 1 yen.

  15. E28

    28. Episode 28

    When thinking you're going to be leading a "Crown Special" show, but it's actually just about crown jewels, it's hard to say anything against it. • It's hard to keep guests from laughing on a location shoot. • A professional singer can sing through a colorless, smelly air cannon without a blush.

  16. E27

    27. Episode 27

    After being recommended by farmers to eat the skin of a fruit, you can't help but follow their suggestions. • "Misunderstanding Skits" are now free for the taking. • Body & Call Tournament.

  17. E26

    26. Episode 26

    Even on a serious business call, you can eat well. • The phrase "With all due respect" that impersonation comedians oftens say when they include someone in their parodies, is very suspicious.

  18. E25

    25. Episode 25

    Kuro-chan attempts a domino challenge using Mameshiba no Taigun CD stock while Mameshiba dogs are set loose

  19. E24

    24. Episode 24

    Marriage Witnesses are usually the seniors who take care of the groom the most. • FUJIWARA'S Haranishi, no matter what his juniors do, he can always say "That gag is similar to mine, it's a copy, right?" to make things difficult. • If you play dumb while reading a picture book, even a child will tsukkomi you.

  20. E23

    23. Episode 23

    No going home until an SNS post becomes a news article • Leader vs. Kasuga: The ultimate endurance showdown • Who is the most famous person in Japan?

  21. E22

    22. Episode 22

    The moment a comedian found funniest in their career is universally funny • Social media relays always end ambiguously

  22. E21

    21. Episode 21

    Assistant directors talk about the "toughest theories" roundtable – A discussion featuring current and former ADs, with new footage, past clips, and unreleased VTRs

  23. E20

    20. Episode 20

    The "Cross-Prefecture Special" will rebroadcast episodes originally aired on November 26, 2014, titled "If you're beautiful, you can hitchhike across Honshu in one day," episode aired on May 25, 2016, titled "If you collect cherry blossom viewing trash and travel north with the cherry blossom front, you can cross the Tsugaru Strait in a boat made from that trash," and episode aired on December 9, 2015, titled "Humans have a superior homing instinct than pigeons."

  24. E19

    19. Episode 19

    Downtown Muscle & Loud Voice Special (Rebroadcast) • April 15, 2015: Hitoshi Matsumoto can appear at a wrestling event as a mysterious masked man from Mexico without being recognized theory • February 24, 2016: Masatoshi Hamada can repel crows with his "Results Announcement!" theory • January 7, 2015: Hamader survival theory

  25. E18

    18. Episode 18

    Top 50 Wednesday Downtown Short Theories.

  26. E17

    17. Episode 17

    Live broadcast entirely from Kuro-chan's home, without any appearances by Downtown • Remote "Control" Kuro-chan

  27. E16

    16. Episode 16

    Hamada's hilarious top 10 special.

  28. E15

    15. Episode 15

    Hotei's theory: If we gather enough of these, we could probably fill an hour. The second half of the program will rebroadcast episodes from July 15, 2015, "The theory that there are still people alive who have seen Tokugawa Yoshinobu in person," June 7, 2017, "The theory that if a professional does impressions of teachers, it will be hilarious," and December 3, 2014, "The theory that people who have to dispose of limes in Corona bottles are having a lot of trouble."

  29. E14

    14. Episode 14

    The December 27, 2017 episode of "Future Kuro-chan" will be rebroadcast.

  30. E13

    13. Episode 13

    A rebroadcast of the May 8, 2019 episode "A Life Where You Can't Escape Until You Guess the New Imperial Era Name"

  31. E12

    12. Episode 12

    The theory that even if a location shoot requires you to end up completely drunk, you can somehow make it work by filming in reverse order • The theory that you still laugh as an adult when a child tries to make you laugh from behind while you're being scolded, just like when you were a kid • The theory that no junior comedian will change anything after Kōme Dayū criticizes their skit

  32. E11

    11. Episode 11

    The theory that even if a manager tells you, "Tomorrow, a scandal article will appear in a weekly magazine," a professional can completely hide it and finish the day's work without any sign of it • The theory that no matter how good your athletic abilities are, it's impossible to succeed at pole vaulting on the first try with no prior experience

  33. E10

    10. Episode 10

    The theory of the hell for lower-tier YouTubers • The theory that it's difficult for a wife to get her husband's permission if she wants to shave her head • The theory that if your mentor mistakenly wears your costume and gets angry at the manager, it's hard to say, "That's mine..." • The theory that if a program shows the caption "This program was recorded on [Month] [Day]" at the beginning and Hamada is continuously cut out from the broadcast, people will think something happened

  34. E9

    9. Episode 9

    7th Year Kickoff Project: "That Theory Now"

  35. E8

    8. Episode 8

    The theory that even comedians who refuse to bungee jump will eventually have to jump if they can't go home until they do • The theory that an MC job requiring them to change their name would only be reluctantly accepted if it's for a local program • The theory that Akira 100%, even under hypnosis and in a dazed state, will protect his tray at all costs

  36. E7

    7. Episode 7

    This year’s cold starts in the throat • Young comedians feel joy at being pranked • Celebrities leave quickly after filming • Osaka obasans aren’t that funny • Rare travel destinations have complicated visa processes • Ibaraki malls and Kitty-san mascots • People with the car license plate "3110" are named Saito • Celebrities who wear masks are insignificant • People can only sing their elementary school alma mater • No one has ever had a perfect haircut • Simmering a leather glove makes it edible • Jaywalkers are unattractive • Not wearing pants on a serious shows • Pretending to have bad reception when waking up to an important call • Sushi tastes different at the counter vs. the table • Only Hitoshi Matsumoto eats Jintan • All pro wrestlers’ wives are beautiful • Taking turns developing a boring comedy routine • Teenage idols' bangs don’t move in the wind • 98% of calls from a junior are marriage announcements • Men shaving their pubic hair is a mystery

  37. E6

    6. A cold-proofing showdown on a snowy mountain, followed by a visit to a sauna in the same outfit! ▼ Being able to fart without being noticed during a drinking party.

    A showdown with mixed rules of cold and heat protection. The theory that the sound of farting can surprisingly be masked during a drinking party.

  38. E5

    5. Episode 5

    Biological clock merry Christmas challenge • Mameshiba no Taigun: Developments after Kuro-chan's dismissal as producer

  39. E4

    4. Episode 4

    Double Fixed Match Battle Part 3 • The theory that if you live in the closest property to the station in Japan, you can leave your house after the train arrives at the platform and still make it on time • The theory that it's impossible to shoot on location with Katsumi Yamada without him mentioning "SASUKE"

  40. E3

    3. Episode 3

    2019 Pre-announced Prank • The theory that no matter how late you are, as long as you have the gift of gab, you can keep someone waiting with a phone call saying, "I'll be there soon."

  41. E2

    2. Episode 2

    Theory: If the rural people who let you stay at their house in "Let's Stay in the Countryside!" come to your house and ask to stay, you have no choice but to accept • Theory: If you receive a pinecone from a child, you have no choice but to take it home • Mr. Osu's "Osu! Karate Way" Third Edition

  42. E1

    1. Episode 1

    The theory that it's easy to lose track of a celebrity while on location - Part 3. Reverse quiz where people on the street are asked "What is your age?" and then asked "How old do you think I look?" - it's difficult to get the right answer theory.

2021

2021 · 41 episodes · Last episode: 4 years ago

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  1. Wednesday Downtown S8 E41 still E41

    41. Episode 41

    Finale

    The last episode of 2021 is a 90-minute extended special with 'special theories'! Theories that are so scary they give you a headache. Theories that are difficult for anyone to handle. Theories that seem impossible to make funny.

  2. Wednesday Downtown S8 E40 still E40

    40. Episode 40

    The 'Grandfather's Grandchild Laughing Championship' where the grandchild doesn't laugh at all, creating a reverse prank that is heart-wrenching. ▼ The theory that The Tachi (a comedy duo) do have solo work after all.

  3. Wednesday Downtown S8 E39 still E39

    39. Episode 39

    The theory that it’s hard to point out if a female talent, whom you haven’t seen in a while, has had extreme plastic surgery... Tested with Hiroko Anzai and Chiharu Niiyama. ▼ The ‘Unsuccessful Comedian Lunch Takeaway Championship’ where comedians compete to take the most bento boxes from the dressing room.

  4. Wednesday Downtown S8 E38 still E38

    38. Episode 38

    [Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that if you sleep in an extremely noisy place, you’ll wake up the moment it becomes quiet. ▼ The theory that harvesting the fruit variety of bontan (a type of citrus) is also called 'bontan hunting.' Testing 15 theories.

  5. Wednesday Downtown S8 E37 still E37

    37. Episode 37

    The theory that if you fall into a pit and the reveal of the prank never comes, you won’t be able to stay sane as the day goes on. A brutal prank is set up using a pit more than 3 meters deep, impossible to escape on your own, as comedians face an incredibly harsh challenge.

  6. E36

    36. Episode 36

    Panelists' Theories Special Someone who's angry can get away with using words that don't exist. • For the last 20 years, Naito Takashi has been doing only detective roles. • A manga is really interesting if you buy the second volume on the way home without thinking after reading the first. • No matter what a lullaby's lyrics are, a baby will fall asleep.

  7. Wednesday Downtown S8 E35 still E35

    35. Episode 35

    A Werewolf-style game, 'Kansai Werewolf,' where people from Kansai try to identify the fake Kansai person among them. ▼ What is the limit to what can be carried home from a convenience store without a plastic bag? ▼ The theory that the 'Mikoshi Tako' (festival octopus) person is starting to lose their octopus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  8. Wednesday Downtown S8 E34 still E34

    34. Episode 34

    ≪Behind the Live Broadcast, We Were Doing a Lot of Things Special≫ The comedians of Lavit! remotely control the female guests in an improvised comedy challenge. Discovering a young comedian with a charismatic sense of humor whose scores perfectly match Matsumoto’s in the King of Conte.

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    33. Episode 33

    The theory that it's possible to naturally incorporate Nagabuchi's song lyrics into a sermon — Part 2. ▼ The theory that children who resemble celebrities on impersonation shows now look exactly like the original celebrities. ▼ Wife competition! The Sleep Talk Contest, where wives try to make their husbands laugh while sleep-talking.

  10. Wednesday Downtown S8 E32 still E32

    32. Episode 32

    The Obon & Kobon Reconciliation Project finally reaches a conclusion! Will both of them appear together at Kobon’s daughter’s wedding? And will their relationship be repaired? Tonight is the finale! What conclusion will they come to?

  11. E31

    31. Episode 31

    Obon and Kobon History The legendary feud between comedians Obon and Kobon and their two-year reconciliation project, "Obon-Kobon History," is finally revealed! With 56 years in the industry, these two have spent the majority of their lives together. This project reflects on their journey so far, investigates the cause of their feud, and explores potential solutions. Will they be able to mend their relationship this time?

  12. E30

    30. Episode 30

    It's impossible to cry while dancing the Matsuken Samba. • The "Make your Partner do a Double-Take" Championship.

  13. E29

    29. Episode 29

    While lecturing someone, it's ok to add Nagabuchi's lyrics. • If you have a strong will, you can control your body even after falling asleep. • There are no residents whose nearest station is "Meijibo Station" on the Tokio Monorail.

  14. E28

    28. Episode 28

    Theory: You can create good song lyrics using only comedians' names (Part 2) • Attempt to listen and understand an eccentric song that surpasses SADS' "Boukyaku no Sora" • Theory: People with missing teeth are bad at singing

  15. E27

    27. Kuro-chan Island (part 2)

    Continuation of topic: "Kuro-chan: Living on a deserted island with a single room"

  16. E26

    26. Kuro-chan Island (part 1)

    Topic: "Kuro-chan: Living on a deserted island with a single room"

  17. E25

    25. Episode 25

    There's someone hiding in the 3rd row in the back seat Scary Prank. • There are businesses that are so focused on niche areas that they don't even sell a single piece of machinery. • If you act as if you are about to be dragged into the sea, you can pull up to 5 people into the water with you.

  18. E24

    24. Episode 24

    Noda Crystal should be able to keep standing without using the hoops on a shaking train, based on Magical Lovely's "Ring" routine. • If an old man, who later appears as a director on set, critiques your routine, will you hastily make modifications from their comments?

  19. E23

    23. Episode 23

    Comedians' most memorable moments. • 2nd In the vein of "You're gonna sing it?" will Tsukkomi comedians retort despite the situation? • Will suddenly being told to shut up by your manager turn serious? FINAL

  20. E22

    22. Episode 22

    Professional voice actors should also be very good at parodying. • King of Spicy Appetizers Match: Spice fans vs Competitive Eaters vs Comedians. • It's a pity that there's no one who knows Pe-san's birthday.

  21. E21

    21. Episode 21

    The theory that if your manager suddenly starts shouting the "Shut up!" line from Onigoe Tomahawk, it can turn into a surprisingly serious situation (Part 2) The theory that you're not a professional if you don't have a perfect understanding of your own tools of the trade (Part 2) Surprise questions for Milk Boy: "Corn Flake Quiz", for ChocoPlat Matsuo: "IKKO Quiz", and for Suehirogarizu: "Kyogen Quiz" ■ The theory that SONY comedians can't say they don't own SONY products Surprise checks of SMA comedians' homes

  22. E20

    20. Episode 20

    2nd "Among people you know, if you confess in order of how much you like them, you'll find someone within 100 people no matter who you are." • 2nd "If the smell of curry wafts in from the next room during a meeting, you'll surely go eat curry afterwards."

  23. E19

    19. Episode 19

    The theory that if you hear "for horses," you expect a stronger effect. Can you point out if the person featured in "Where Are They Now?" is someone else? A prank where the wife of a comedy duo forces them to choose between "divorce" or "breaking up the duo"

  24. E18

    18. Episode 18

    2nd If someone close by is dishing out good gossip, you'll forget work and be stuck in place. • No parent would say "Since it's your choice..." to support a child who says "I want to be a trouble-making YouTuber"

  25. E17

    17. Episode 17

    If managers suddenly give you a Tomahawk-style "You're so noisy" routine while fighting with another manager, will the situation turn serious? • The area of Mutsumiso is still the best value for money in Tokyo. • The worst selling comedian CD in history is Harisen's "Song of Friends".

  26. E16

    16. Episode 16

    Among the people you know, if you confess in the order of how much you like them, you'll find someone within 100 people no matter who you are. • Both sides are extremely angry prank.

  27. E15

    15. Episode 15

    5th Sushi Master. • When hearing amazing gossip, you'll drop what you're doing and focus on listening.

  28. E14

    14. Episode 14

    Artists who are required to participate in misleading TV shows can't help helping the program. • No matter how unpleasant the content, will entertainers endorse anything if the pay is high enough?

  29. E13

    13. Episode 13

    Even if locked up, if you can get the "Lucky Item of the Day" you'll be able to escape.

  30. E12

    12. Episode 12

    2nd Comparing sweet and harsh, the harsh will make people more desperate. • The Showa era, in retrospect, was a mess. • If you are locked up, if you can get the "Lucky item of the day", you will be able to escape with luck.

  31. Wednesday Downtown S8 E11 still E11

    11. Episode 11

    [Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that even when living alone, you’ll say 'I’m in here' if someone knocks while you’re in the bathroom. The theory that the oldest rental properties have buildings from the Edo period — testing 16 theories all at once.

  32. E10

    10. Episode 10

    The "30-1 Grand prix" Competition.

  33. E9

    9. Episode 9

    Toudai-ou Collaboration Special Loud Voice Quiz. • Extreme Cold Quiz. • Sleepless Quiz.

  34. E8

    8. Episode 8

    "No one has done it yet" King of Imitation Showdown. • Real Commercial Prank.

  35. E7

    7. Episode 7

    If an angry caller says "I'm heading over right now so you better stay where you are!", you can't point out to them how ridiculous they look. • There are things that 100% of men know but 0% of women know!

  36. E6

    6. Episode 6

    Even if the "introduction line" for a comedian's show appearance is arranged by other people, it'll still be reluctantly accepted. • In English-prohibited bowling, Suehiro will be the strongest. • The deceased, summoned by a psychic, can also be hypnotized by hypnosis

  37. E5

    5. Episode 5

    Mameshiba Collaboration Challenge Part 2.

  38. E4

    4. Episode 4

    2020 Prank Rating. • Mameshiba Collaboration Challenge Part 1.

  39. E3

    3. Episode 3

    Giant Borrowing Competition. • ROAD'S Public Fundraising Chapter 15.

  40. E2

    2. Episode 2

    If an artist with zero prank experience is being pranked for the first time, even if the content is slightly crude, they'll still fall for it. • Being approached by an older guy sayig he's Demon Kogure, no matter how suspicious, you won't treat him coldly. • In a list of popular comedians among female middle and high school students. No matter what, NON-STYLE shouldn't be on the list anymore.

  41. E1

    1. Episode 1

    [The theory that when someone who has yelled "I'm coming right now, wait for me!" on the phone shows up still full of anger, you can't touch them no matter how strange they look - Part 2] [The theory that there are things that are "100% famous for men" and "0% famous for women" - barely exist]

2022

2022 · 41 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago

Wednesday Downtown 2022 release dates →
  1. Wednesday Downtown S9 E41 still E41

    41. Monster Love Final Episode

    Finale

    Kuro-chan's dating show "Monster Love" reaches its final episode, expanded to 90 minutes! Will Kuro-chan find a girlfriend for the first time in 10 years? Tonight, that love story comes to a conclusion!

  2. Wednesday Downtown S9 E40 still E40

    40. Monster Love #5, and more

    2nd As long as you say something bad in a positive way, any insult won't get you in trouble. - Monster Love #5: Kuro-chan's dating show 'Monster Love' Episode 5! The remaining candidates for his partner are 3.

  3. Wednesday Downtown S9 E39 still E39

    39. Monster Love #4, and more

    6th No matter who views these comedians' funniest moments, they will find them interesting - Monster Love #4: Kuro-chan's Dating Project 'Monster Love Episode 4' - There are 4 remaining potential partners... and once again, an unexpected development occurs!

  4. Wednesday Downtown S9 E38 still E38

    38. Monster Love #3, and more

    In a search for people who say "gesu" at the end of their sentences — people who obviously don’t exis. Will you end up believing it when you encounter one of the planted individuals after a certain point? - Monster Love #3: Kuro-chan’s 'Monster Love' Episode 3.

  5. Wednesday Downtown S9 E37 still E37

    37. Monster Love #2, and more

    It’s possible for a comedian to make the prankster hiding in the room laugh. - Monster love #2: The second episode of Kuro-chan’s dating show 'Monster Love' starts the Okinawa shared living segment! Who will be eliminated tonight?

  6. Wednesday Downtown S9 E36 still E36

    36. Monster Love #1, and more

    8th Best Lyric Adaptation Championship - Monster love #1: Kuro-chan's new series project, his first in 3 years, starts tonight!

  7. Wednesday Downtown S9 E35 still E35

    35. The theory that if you see a skinny, bald man in a blue rider jacket at a TV station, you would mistake him for Kojiro and greet him, and more… Everyone's Theory Special

    Everyone's Theory Special: A rapid verification of 15 theories, including the theory that if you see a skinny, bald man in a blue rider jacket at a TV station, you would mistake him for Kojiro and greet him.

  8. Wednesday Downtown S9 E34 still E34

    34. The theory that if you're surprised by someone being in the room, and then another person enters and asks 'Are you okay?', you forget their suspiciousness and end up asking for help

    The theory that if you're surprised by someone being in the room, and then another person enters and asks 'Are you okay?', you forget their suspiciousness and end up asking for help. Eating everything in the fridge... 'Raid! The Neighbor's Fridge'.

  9. Wednesday Downtown S9 E33 still E33

    33. The theory that it’s actually difficult to get someone to accept 10 million yen, and more

    Can you give 10 million yen with a reason? We examine the theory that it’s actually difficult to get someone to accept 10 million yen. The theory that, depending on the conditions, it’s possible to make someone say 'No, I’m a Scorpio woman'.

  10. E32

    32. Episode 32

    The theory that you can easily find ex-boyfriends and ex-girlfriends by investigating celebrities' hometowns. Thorough questioning in celebrities' hometowns! Unexpected information and a stream of ex-lovers revealed! National Highway Ramen Marathon A challenge with extremely tough mixed rules: You must eat a bowl of ramen every time you pass a ramen shop while running along a national highway!

  11. Wednesday Downtown S9 E31 still E31

    31. The theory that if you're caught with ghost makeup during the haunted house route, it’s really hard to get help, and more

    The theory that if you're caught with ghost makeup during the haunted house route, it’s really hard to get help. The most overused joke in the world: FUJIWARA's hero show theory.

  12. Wednesday Downtown S9 E30 still E30

    30. The theory that all 47 prefectures have been used to verify the theories.

    It's been 8 and a half years since the show started... Over 1000 theories have been tested, but have all the prefectures already been visited for verification? We will test the theory: 'All 47 prefectures have been used to verify the theories.'

  13. Wednesday Downtown S9 E29 still E29

    29. Second Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship, Part 2, and more

    Part 2 of the 'Second Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship,' where a perfect phrase is added to introduce ordinary people. Collecting large pieces in the street for a giant shogi (Japanese chess) battle. Doburoku can make any comedian's song skit funny with a cover.

  14. Wednesday Downtown S9 E28 still E28

    28. The theory that even if the agency holds a 'special training' session for painful punishment games, people would accept it given the current situation, and more

    The theory that even if the agency holds a 'special training' session for painful punishment games, people would accept it given the current situation. The Koi Fish Food Consumption Pond No.1 Contest.

  15. Wednesday Downtown S9 E27 still E27

    27. Episode 27

    The theory that it would be sad to wake up on a trip and find no one there; the theory that it would be impossible to convey the fourth ground-building ritual; the theory that a store would exist all alone.

  16. Wednesday Downtown S9 E26 still E26

    26. We can't leave until we find a store that refuses interviews, and more

    The theory that a food report shoot where you have to keep reporting until you find a store that refuses interviews is extremely exhausting. The theory that during a local shoot, even if a classmate tells a ridiculously exaggerated story, you have no choice but to go along with it.

  17. Wednesday Downtown S9 E25 still E25

    25. The Farewell Comedian Shin'ichi's R-1 Trophy Destruction Prank, and more

    The theory that fans who approach you on the street aren't actually big fans. Farewell Comedian Shin'ichi's R-1 Trophy Destruction Prank.

  18. Wednesday Downtown S9 E24 still E24

    24. The theory that, no matter how dark the hidden side of Hiroshi Oe may be, people would accept it without much discomfort, and more

    A cooking competition where only ingredients that match the kanji in people's names, such as '海老原' ('Ebi' meaning shrimp), are used! The theory that, no matter how dark Hiroshi Oe's hidden side may be, people would accept it without much discomfort.

  19. Wednesday Downtown S9 E23 still E23

    23. 4-Generation Relay Showdown Part 3, and more

    From children to great-grandmothers... the more closely spaced the age gaps, the more advantageous in the '4-Generation Relay'. Competing for the fastest time to send a junior home with a single command, 'Go home!' in the 'Sermon Speed Departure Championship'.

  20. Wednesday Downtown S9 E22 still E22

    22. Gossip Extraction King Championship, and more

    The theory that you can't cry while dancing Matsuken Samba. Deliberately giving an unreasonable lecture, then leaving the room to invite gossip from juniors... A battle without a winner in the 'Gossip Extraction King Championship'.

  21. Wednesday Downtown S9 E21 still E21

    21. Tag Sumo: Strongest Duo Championship, and more

    Tag Sumo: Strongest Duo Championship! Which comedy duo will win the 2v2 unconventional sumo tournament? The partner who knows their teammate the best will come up with the situations! 'Make Your Partner Do a Double Take' Championship.

  22. Wednesday Downtown S9 E20 still E20

    20. It’s difficult to refuse when an exhausting senior comedian asks to collaborate on YouTube

    It's difficult to refuse when an exhausting senior comedian asks to collaborate on YouTube. It's possible to make someone think they got caught on a whoopee cushion if you time your fart just right.

  23. Wednesday Downtown S9 E19 still E19

    19. Street-wide Mixed Species Bingo Tournament Part 2, and more

    Three comedians compete in a Bingo match based on the battery level of passersby’s phones, grip strength, and the floor number of their residences. The comedian in a duo who didn’t write the routine has no right to complain about their partner’s boring material, no matter how bad it is.

  24. Wednesday Downtown S9 E18 still E18

    18. Uncovering the truth behind the legendary woman K. Kazumi.

    A woman named K. Kazumi, who appears only on Yahoo! According to Yahoo! Answers, she stands over 2 meters tall and weighs over 200kg! Tonight, the true identity of this woman, known as an urban legend on the internet, will finally be revealed!

  25. Wednesday Downtown S9 E17 still E17

    17. Any comedian can become number one in a 'favorite comedian ranking' if they're from their hometown.

    The theory that any comedian can become number one in a 'favorite comedian ranking' if they're from their hometown. A competition where comedians deliberately incorporate unexpected events into their routines by thinking of them themselves… the 'Happening Incorporation Comedy Contest.'

  26. Wednesday Downtown S9 E16 still E16

    16. Everything is a 'Reverse Prank' Special

    [Everything is a 'Reverse Prank' Special] Greeting challenge, unavoidable theories, the theory of giving a lecture, the theory of eating challenges, and more — six theories that have been tested so far are re-examined in their reverse prank versions!

  27. Wednesday Downtown S9 E15 still E15

    15. Last Man Standing 'Endurance' Balloon Volleyball, and more

    Balloon Volleyball: If adults seriously play, it’s hard to reach a conclusion... An endurance battle where the game doesn’t end until the last person is decided. The theory that you won’t notice if someone else is wearing your personal belongings.

  28. Wednesday Downtown S9 E14 still E14

    14. Naoki Iketani, the theory that he can run normally, and more... Everyone's Theories Special

    [Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that if the food is served too quickly at a restaurant, it’s actually scary ▼ Naoki Iketani can run normally theory ▼ The theory that if there’s one extra color on a Rubik’s Cube, an idiot will never notice it, and 15 other theories.

  29. Wednesday Downtown S9 E13 still E13

    13. The theory that young comedians, even if bound tightly by compliance rules, have no choice but to follow them, and more

    The theory that it's pretty scary when you come home and find the bathroom door is locked. The theory that young comedians, even if tightly bound by compliance rules, have no choice but to follow them.

  30. Wednesday Downtown S9 E12 still E12

    12. Diane Tsuda's "1 Week 100 Goigois" Challenge, and more

    Diane Tsuda's "Say 'Goigois' 100 Times in 1 Week" Challenge. A horror prank where Tsuda's partner goes to ask for filming permission at a store during a street walk segment, but no matter how long Tsuda waits, they never return.

  31. Wednesday Downtown S9 E11 still E11

    11. 30-1 Grand Prix 2022

    30-1 Grand Prix: Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The second champion will be decided through a tournament featuring 40 comedian teams! A luxurious panel of judges including Matsumoto, Kenkoba, Kotouge, Bakarhythm, and Kawashima will be overseeing the event!

  32. Wednesday Downtown S9 E10 still E10

    10. The theory that there are still people alive who have seen the real Hachiko, and more

    The theory that there are still people alive who have seen the real Hachiko is full of surprising facts. What happens if a senior comedian criticizes a junior for character overlap? The theory that no young comedians can answer Honnkon's full real name.

  33. Wednesday Downtown S9 E9 still E9

    9. 2nd Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship, and more

    The one-liner that’s perfect for introducing amateurs, a style unique to Sekine Tsutomu, and the claim that there is no successor to it. The theory that it's difficult to genuinely make someone say 'Wow'. The mysterious origin of the T-shirt folding trick.

  34. Wednesday Downtown S9 E8 still E8

    8. Long Title Theory Ranking Special

    Long Title Theory Ranking Special! It’s been 8 years since the show started... and over time, the titles of the theories have gotten longer. This time, we’ll create a ranking based on the number of characters! Which theory holds the title of the longest in the show’s history?

  35. Wednesday Downtown S9 E7 still E7

    7. Survey of the most impressive comments comedians have ever received, part 2, and more

    Survey of the most impressive comments comedians have ever received, Part 2. The theory that no matter how much you dislike a certain food, if you eat the best version of it, you’ll find it delicious.

  36. Wednesday Downtown S9 E6 still E6

    6. Every comedian has their own version of 'Asakusa Kid,' or so the theory goes

    The theory that every comedian has their own version of 'Asakusa Kid'... Comedians with over 20 years of experience, who have been struggling in their careers, passionately sing the lyrics about their journey as comedians. Also, the theory that you might not notice if someone else is wearing your personal belongings.

  37. Wednesday Downtown S9 E5 still E5

    5. The lanternfish trap, does it work on humans too? And more

    The lanternfish trap, does it work on humans too? The theory that anyone can be made unrecognizable with 10 rubber bands. What happens if the person you set up for a happy surprise ends up peeing with joy? The bunk bed couple.

  38. Wednesday Downtown S9 E4 still E4

    4. Snow Mountain Balloon Tarō Race, and more

    The Most Pranked 'Fooled King' of 2021 gets 7 'Sneak Peek Pranks' in one week. Eight comedians in the 'Balloon Tarō Style' race down a snowy mountain in the 'Snow Mountain Balloon Tarō Race.'

  39. Wednesday Downtown S9 E3 still E3

    3. Feuding Comedians Competition! Speedy Breakup Championship, and more

    Ranking of Popular Comedians Among Girls in Junior and Senior High Schools — NON STYLE is definitely out of the ranking now. A competition to see which duo can break up the fastest in a 'Feuding Comedians Competition! Speedy Breakup Championship.'

  40. Wednesday Downtown S9 E2 still E2

    2. Hiding out at Kuro-chan's House, and more

    Hiding Out at Kuro-chan's House" — Ten small-sized celebrities try to win a prize by hiding in the house while the owner is away! How many hours can they stay hidden without being found? ▼ The theory that a child living in the most distant house from school in Japan wakes up at 5 AM every morning.

  41. Wednesday Downtown S9 E1 still E1

    1. Reiwa's Strongest Dilapidated House Battle, and more

    Sunshine Ikezaki's family home - the theory that it's still the most dilapidated in the Reiwa era. ▼ For every rice ball eaten, one ball is thrown... a competitive eating × strack-out game. ▼ The theory that if you’re walking while talking on the phone and someone tells you something shocking, you’ll stop walking.

2023

2023 · 43 episodes · Last episode: 2 years ago

Wednesday Downtown 2023 release dates →
  1. Wednesday Downtown S10 E43 still E43

    43. A self-proclaimed producer offers to get someone on "Wednesday Downtown" for 1 million yen

    A suspicious self-proclaimed producer offers "Pay 1 million yen and I'll get you on 'Wednesday Downtown", and the person who actually pays ends up appearing — real prank!

  2. Wednesday Downtown S10 E42 still E42

    42. Slippery-1 GP ~ Final Round

    Slippery-1 GP ~ Final Round. Who will earn the dishonorable title of 'Japan's Worst Comedian'?

  3. Wednesday Downtown S10 E41 still E41

    41. Slippery-1 GP

    The competition to determine Japan's least funny comedian... the unexpected award race 'Slippery-1 GP' kicks off! Comedians with over 16 years of experience continue to struggle with awkward comedy... 8 groups, each well-versed in the underground comedian scene, recommend their candidates.

  4. Wednesday Downtown S10 E40 still E40

    40. The gamble of whether a customer at Tenkaippin will order 'Kotteri' or 'Assari'

    The gamble of whether a customer at Tenkaippin will order 'Kotteri' or 'Assari'. ▼ With the right hairstyle and makeup, anyone can become an 'IKKO lookalike' — the theory that 'IKKO's potential is hidden among ordinary men in the streets'.

  5. Wednesday Downtown S10 E39 still E39

    39. Tag Sumo Weakest Duo Championship, and more

    Tag Sumo Weakest Duo Championship Tournament. ▼Once you smell curry, no matter what obstacles arise, will you end up eating curry anyway?

  6. Wednesday Downtown S10 E38 still E38

    38. he second installment of the prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit — it's an incredibly exhausting theory - Part 2: The Final Episode

    In Nagano and Tokyo, two separate murder cases unfold, each with a new mystery... Will Tsuda and Minamikawa solve the cases and finally escape the world of the mystery drama?

  7. Wednesday Downtown S10 E37 still E37

    37. The second installment of the prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit — it's an incredibly exhausting theory

    The prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit, it's an incredibly exhausting theory - Part 2." Can detective Tsuda solve the murder case that unfolds in a small village?

  8. Wednesday Downtown S10 E36 still E36

    36. The theory that when you're spinning your arm to signal 'Go to home!', a lariat from the third base coach is inevitable - Everyone's Theories Special

    [Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that a lariat from the third base coach is inevitable after spinning your arm to signal 'Go to home!'. ▼ Testing various small theories, including the theory that no one would notice if you gave random answers in a flash mental math challenge.

  9. Wednesday Downtown S10 E35 still E35

    35. The theory that after playing the 'There's someone there' prank, it’s really scary if you come home to find someone in your house due to being off guard

    The theory that after playing the 'There's someone there' prank, it’s really scary if you come home and find someone in your house due to being off guard. ▼ You can’t go home until you find someone wearing your merchandise.

  10. Wednesday Downtown S10 E34 still E34

    34. The theory that if you wear a school uniform, you can pass as a high school student no matter your age, and more

    The theory that if you wear a school uniform, you can pass as a high school student no matter your age. ▼ Duo Comedian Popularity Gap Ranking 2023. ▼ Incorporate the words displayed behind your junior into your lecture! The Master of Lecturing.

  11. Wednesday Downtown S10 E33 still E33

    33. Double Match-Fixing Showdown, Episode 4, and more

    Both sides were secretly instructed to lose... the Double Match-Fixing Showdown 'A Battle You Absolutely Have to Lose' returns after 3 and a half years. ▼ The theory that everyone has at least one 'I seriously thought I was going to die' story.

  12. Wednesday Downtown S10 E32 still E32

    32. Wednesday Downtown: Surprising First Appearance Special

    Wednesday Downtown: Surprising First Appearance Special - 10 years since the show's start... A full playback of the surprising and fresh first appearances of comedians who have now become stars!

  13. Wednesday Downtown S10 E31 still E31

    31. Gathering people wearing the same baseball cap in the street for a baseball showdown, and more

    Gathering people wearing the same baseball cap in the street for a baseball showdown... New York Yankees vs Yomiuri Giants. ▼ Announcing the nationwide shuttered shopping street rankings in Japan.

  14. Wednesday Downtown S10 E30 still E30

    30. Masked Man Journey: elimination on reveal, and more

    The Masked Man Journey with 8 participants: guessing each other's identities... eliminated on reveal. ▼ Testing the theory that when a celebrity's character is three times more exaggerated, you just think 'well, that's about right' using Kuwaman's chopstick skills.

  15. Wednesday Downtown S10 E29 still E29

    29. 1 Million Yen Battle Royal Cage Match, and more

    In a pro wrestling ring surrounded by a 5-meter-high cage, only the one who can exit while holding the ball containing 1 million yen will win the prize… The 1 Million Yen Battle Royal Cage Match, and more.

  16. Wednesday Downtown S10 E28 still E28

    28. The theory that no matter how crazy my fiancée's family is, I can't back out after proposing

    The theory that no matter how crazy my fiancée's family is, I can't back out after proposing.

  17. Wednesday Downtown S10 E27 still E27

    27. The theory that if commenting 'Do you still have a nose?' after a nose hook prank is a sign of a failed comedian, and more

    Can't leave until you can produce a receipt for 7,777 yen without using a calculator or notes. ▼ The theory that commenting 'Do you still have a nose?' after being relentlessly mocked following a nose hook prank is a sign of a failed comedian.

  18. Wednesday Downtown S10 E26 still E26

    26. The theory that in any industry, you can reach the top from the bottom if you go through three people, and more

    The theory that in any industry, you can reach the top from the bottom if you go through three people. ▼ Comedians challenge the 'The Yemonea' challenge by trying to make the hidden prankster, who is secretly in their room, laugh!

  19. Wednesday Downtown S10 E25 still E25

    25. The theory that if you're in costume and the staff reveals you, it's game over, and more

    The theory that if you're in costume and the staff reveals you, it's game over. ▼ The theory that if it's a losing sumo move, you can control it at will… aiming to lose with a targeted move and achieve 'Decisive Move Bingo'.

  20. Wednesday Downtown S10 E24 still E24

    24. Comedians' Marriage Old Maid Challenge

    Tonight's Special Project! From Kotoge, Morita, Okano, Suga, Mou Naka, Sakai, Watari, and Chance, figure out who is 'actually getting married'! A serious prediction battle between Hamada and Matsumoto, with a wedding gift at stake!

  21. Wednesday Downtown S10 E23 still E23

    23. Real Breakup Prank, and more

    Using the real breakup of a comedian duo, a prank is set up where the target is informed of this fact in a prank format – 'Real Breakup Prank'. ▼ The theory of severe election fraud in the Tsugaru region.

  22. Wednesday Downtown S10 E22 still E22

    22. The theory that even in a situation where your partner has collapsed and the outcome is uncertain, you’ll still get hungry and sleepy as time passes, and more

    The theory that it's possible to naturally incorporate song lyrics during a lecture. ▼ While staying at a hotel in the countryside, you receive a message saying, 'Your partner, Mr. ○○, has collapsed and is in a dangerous condition!'. It's a situation with no solution, but how will you spend your time?

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    21. The theory that Generation Z wouldn't notice if all the footage from the 'crazy Showa era' was fake.

    The theory that Generation Z wouldn't notice if all the footage from the 'crazy Showa era' was fake… Comedians perform improvised stories to match the fake topics! Can they completely fool Generation Z?

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    20. The theory that Mariotto is no longer available anywhere, and more

    The theory that, after a long time, even though Yoichi Watanabe's speaking pace seems unbelievably slow, you still think 'Well, that's just how it is'. ▼ Searching for Mariotto in the streets… sending the purchased ones to each other in a 'Mariotto Puyo Puyo' challenge.

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    19. 2nd 'No One Has Done It Yet' Impersonation Championship

    The 2nd 'No One Has Done It Yet' Impersonation Championship" – An improvised impersonation challenge based on a topic announced on the day of the event... 12 comedians compete head-to-head in a fierce tournament with the same topic!

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    18. 2nd Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship, and more

    Subtly, quizzes are posed in daily life... The Smooth Quiz King. ▼ 2nd Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship! Which comedian will emerge as the 2nd generation champion by winning the 2v2 irregular sumo tournament?

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    17. The theory that it's possible to continue a crazy shoot without the guest noticing, and more

    The theory that it's possible to continue a crazy shoot, even in a location where no cameras are visible, without the guest noticing. ▼ Can you get people on the street to ask you 'How old do I look?' as a reverse quiz... and answer correctly?

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    16. The theory that if a trio comedian loses one member and is left alone with the 'useless' one, they won't continue the duo, and more

    The theory that if a trio comedian loses one member and is left alone with the 'useless' one, they won't continue the duo… Tested with Nelsons. ▼ The theory that playing Concentration with a bad smell leads to nerve fatigue, making it hard to reach a conclusion.

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    15. If there was a ghost behind Cool Poco., the skit would stop at the 'Naa~ni?' part, and more… Everyone's Theory Special

    [Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that if a ghost were behind Cool Poco., the skit would stop at the 'Naa~ni?' part. ▼ The theory that a piledriver is inevitable during a game of Twister. ▼ The theory that no one knows the true definition of a shrine, and 15 other theories tested.

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    14. The theory that you can identify your partner just by their snoring, whether it's your wife or your comedy partner, and more

    Six pranks involving mistaken offers, such as thinking it's a 'travel show' only to find it's a show about introducing tabi (traditional socks)… ▼ The theory that you can identify your partner just by their snoring, whether it's your wife or comedy partner.

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    13. Scary theory: meeting a 'new manager' only to get a call from the real one saying, 'I don’t know him'

    Top 100 Famous Japanese Celebrities Ranking ▼ What if, on your way to a remote filming location with a man claiming to be the new manager, you get a call from the real manager saying, 'I don’t know anyone like that'?

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    12. 30-1 Grand Prix 2023

    [30-1 Grand Prix] Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The 3rd champion will be decided through a tournament featuring 40 comedians! The judging panel includes the luxurious lineup of Matsumoto, Degawa, Koyabu, Goto, and Bakarhythm.

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    11. Double Collab Uncle Prank, and more

    24-hour challenge where you must eat the same food as shown on TV. ▼ Two people who each think the other is the prankster end up shooting 'collaborations' at each other as they pass by... Double Collab Uncle Prank.

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    10. The theory that a 'Fight/Forms' tournament surprisingly gets exciting, and more

    How quickly can you clap 100 times without being pointed out? The Showoff King of the Reiwa Era. ▼ The terrifying game of hide-and-seek where hidden friends can't be found, only strangers' children appear. ▼ Fight/Forms Tournament.

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    9. The theory that Wednesday's Downtown is still being illegally uploaded everywhere

    Introducing the 'Wednesday's Downtown Illegal Upload Ranking' with a screen processed to look like a typical illegal upload!

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    8. The theory that encountering the 'Sand-Throwing Old Woman' in your room is the worst scenario, and more

    The theory that encountering the 'Sand-Throwing Old Woman' in your room is the worst scenario. ▼ A rude hitchhiking race where you assess the used car purchase price of a car that stops for you, and can only move forward based on that amount (1 million yen = 10 km)...

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    7. Eye Mask Removal Challenge, and more

    The theory that it's hard to make your off-duty partner laugh. ▼ A psychological game where you skillfully lead them to... make them remove an eye mask they were told not to take off! Will everyone remove their eye masks and win the 1 million yen prize?

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    6. Partner's Gaze-Smoking Area Challenge, and more

    If you hear strong gossip from the person next to you in a smoking area, how many cigarettes will you end up smoking? ▼ Kuro-chan and Richi couple's hot spring trip. ▼ The new members of the idol group TONAi BOUSHO are decided!

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    5. Monster Love 'The Aftermath', and more

    The most pranked person of 2022, the 'Deceived King,' faces a 'Preview Prank'. ▼ Behind the scenes with the couple Kuro-chan and Richi, plus auditions for additional members of the idol group TONAi BOUSHO in Tokyo.

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    4. Mr. Ossu's 'Ossu! Karate-do' Episode 4, and more

    The theory that in every household in Kumamoto Prefecture, there is always at least one Kumamon – 'You can't go home until you find 100 different Kumamon!' event held. ▼ 81-year-old Mr. Ossu makes a comeback to the national karate tournament after 3 years!

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    3. A prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit – it's insanely tough, and more

    A prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit. ▼ The theory that no matter how much garlic you eat, people will still ask you 'Did you eat garlic?' when you meet them.

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    2. Smoker's Showdown: The Last One Standing in a Cigarette Endurance Challenge, and more

    Substitute Bead Chain Karaoke – Final Chapter ▼ Win the game held once every hour, and you can smoke and go home immediately... Smoker's Showdown: The Last One Standing in a Cigarette Endurance Challenge.

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    1. Substitute Bead Chain Karaoke

    A comedian trapped in a karaoke box deep in the mountains lures out a substitute who seems better at singing than them. They can only escape if the substitute's karaoke score surpasses their own... A hellish chain of lives.

2024

2024 · 42 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago

Wednesday Downtown 2024 release dates →
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    42. Detective Tsuda, Episode 3: Phantom Thief vs. Famous Detective – The Song of the Swan Under Siege

    During the program recording, an unexpected murder occurs! The famous detective Tsuda, who happens to be at the scene, steps up to solve the case, and the curtain rises on 'Detective Tsuda, Episode 3: Phantom Thief vs. Famous Detective – The Song of the Swan Under Siege'!!

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    41. Detective Tsuda, Episode 3

    The theory that celebrity yearbooks can be surprisingly easy to obtain if you go to their hometown... and in the course of this, a murder occurs! The famous detective Tsuda, who happens to be at the scene, steps up to solve the case!

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    40. Electric Chair Game Tournament, Round 1, Match 2, and more

    Electric Chair Game Tournament, Match 2: 'Gekidan Hitori vs. Yoichi Okano' ▼ The theory that if you chase an airplane flying in the sky, you’ll eventually end up at the airport.

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    39. Fixed costume comedian, and more

    Fixed costume comedian: What happens if their costume gets dirty during a shoot the day before the M-1 preliminaries? ▼ Atsushi Onita: The theory that since he never looks older than his actual age, he would immediately react with an explosive response if someone ever said he looked older.

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    38. Episode 38

    A psychological battle where electric currents are set up on 12 chairs... The Electric Chair Game tournament kicks off! ▼ The theory that pet bottles used as cat repellents have no effect at all — 'Cat Repellent Water Collection Battle.'

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    37. Episode 37

    [Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that people riding bicycles in the rain have a fierce expression. ▼ The theory that if a child brings home an unexploded bomb, you should first place it on something soft — testing 13 theories all at once.

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    36. Episode 36

    Four comedians face off in a four-way, irregular competition... taking on a 24-hour 'insomniac futsal' challenge! Who will overcome betrayal and sleepiness to win the championship? ▼ The theory that if your air conditioner remote is stolen this summer, it’s game over.

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    35. Episode 35

    The 10th 'Parody Song Strongest Tournament' — the judges are Hanshin Tigers fans ▼ The theory that when you meet celebrities in person, they’re surprisingly tall — a showdown between Abare-kun and Yuchami.

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    34. Episode 34

    How flashy can you lose your memory without the target noticing? The Memory Loss King Competition ▼ The theory that once Ōtsuru Himan gets drunk, it’s game over… with the 'Ōtsuru Himan Removal Challenge,' where they try to carry out a 190kg mass.

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    33. Episode 33

    Announcing the ranking of how many times each participant's home has appeared on the show over the past 10 years! Who will take the second place?

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    32. Episode 32

    The theory that if someone is attacked by a thug the day after learning self-defense techniques during a shoot, they would at least try to use what they learned.

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    31. Episode 31

    An extremely tough challenge where you have to eat one bowl of ramen every time you pass a ramen shop: 'National Route Ramen Marathon' ▼ The theory that Hyōroku is just pretending to have his character.

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    30. Episode 30

    What if there’s a place still fully using COVID-19 precautions like acrylic partitions and face shields? Plus, an over-the-top COVID-19 precautions prank. ▼ Searching for someone who is actively telling a wildly exaggerated lie.

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    29. Episode 29

    A social experiment where a rumor is spread to three comedians known for their loose lips, telling them that 'Wednesday's Downtown is ending,' and tracking how this false information spreads over the course of a month!

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    28. Episode 28

    A location shoot where someone goes to apologize to people they wronged in the past, expecting forgiveness… only to be met with the same level of anger they encountered back then — Prank Part 2.

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    27. Episode 27

    The theory that if you travel north collecting discarded acrylic partitions used for COVID-19 precautions, you could eventually build a boat from the acrylic and cross the Tsugaru Strait. ▼ An extremely rare prank featuring identical triplets.

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    26. Episode 26

    What if, during prank monitoring, you unexpectedly witness 'a dressing room thief' or discover another dark side of the target? ▼ The theory that triplets are something people simply want to see.

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    25. Episode 25

    What if, during a shoot where you negotiate filming permissions yourself, every place turns you down? ▼ The theory that if a drunk old man comes up to you and says, ‘I made that,’ there’s no way you’d believe him.

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    24. Episode 24

    A location shoot where someone goes to apologize to people they wronged in the past, expecting forgiveness... only to be met with anger just as intense as back then — a prank! ▼ Re-examining that suspicion about Speedwagon's Itoda.

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    23. Episode 23

    A journey where masked participants try to guess each other's identities... if discovered, they’re immediately eliminated — Masked Traveler, Part 2. ▼ The theory that if a professional robot dancer masters an Itsuki Hiroshi impression, the ultimate 'Itsuki Robot' would be created.

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    22. Episode 22

    The final chapter of the psychological battle 'Electric Chair Game,' where participants set electric currents on 12 chairs. ▼ The theory that if you wake up in a hospital and find everyone gone, it would be extremely frightening.

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    21. Episode 21

    Find people who seem to have easily guessable nicknames, and send their photos to the contestants! 'Can’t go home until you guess the nickname of a random passerby!' ▼ A psychological battle where players set electric currents on 12 chairs: 'The Electric Chair Game.'

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    20. Episode 20

    ‘Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship’ holds its third event, and an unexpected situation arises! ▼ The team’s total limit for teeth is up to 100! They will scout people without teeth in the streets to hold a ‘Toothless Sports Day’!

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    19. Episode 19

    Comedians take to the streets to create their own two-choice quizzes! They quiz each other in the 'Street Two-Choice Quiz' ▼ The theory that a prankster won't easily confess, no matter how close they are to being found out.

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    18. Episode 18

    The theory that once you take a suspiciously high-paying job, no matter how much it smells like crime or seems like a shady side job, there’s no turning back.

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    17. Episode 17

    [Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that when Kuro-chan wakes up while being suspended from the ceiling, if he looks down to see himself in bed, he would think he’s dead — and 12 other theories will be tested.

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    16. Episode 16

    The theory that if you say ‘Next time, it’s real…’ after revealing a honey trap, it’s possible to keep hitting the same target repeatedly. ▼ The theory that there are indeed people who joined the volleyball club after reading ‘Kōgyō Aika Volleyball Boys.’

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    15. Episode 15

    10th Anniversary Special Project: Announcing the 'Most Loved Theory' chosen by viewers and participants! What is the most popular theory over the past 10 years? And what has happened to those who have graced the show?

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    14. Episode 14

    [30-1 Grand Prix] Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? A tournament featuring 40 comedian groups will determine the fourth champion! Judges include Junior, Kukkī, Tomizawa, Soshina, and Bakari-zumu.

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    13. Episode 13

    The theory that it’s scarier when an angry manager appears at a haunted spot than when a ghost shows up. ▼ The theory that if you see a person standing outside in a snowy mountain with wax covering their head, you’d think it's a frozen corpse.

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    12. Episode 12

    The theory that Mambo No. 5 is effective in any situation.

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    11. Episode 11

    ‘Living a life where you can’t escape until you’ve transcribed all the lyrics to Kiyoharu’s new song’ — Kishitaka challenges the highest difficulty escape project ever! Between last week and this week... there are 7 small changes!

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    10. Episode 10

    ‘Living a life where you can’t escape until you’ve transcribed all the lyrics to Kiyoharu’s new song’ — Kishitaka challenges the highest difficulty escape project ever!

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    9. Episode 9

    Carrying out pranks with incredible beauty benefits in various patterns.

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    8. Episode 8

    [Panelists' Theory Testing Special] The panelists release the theories they discussed in the opening talk all at once for the first time in about two and a half years! And among them, several theories will be actually tested!

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    7. Episode 7

    The theory that a prankster can’t easily confess, no matter how close they are to being found out. ▼ Does something exist that has a 100:0 recognition ratio between men and women? Testing this by having men and women quiz each other to find out.

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    6. Episode 6

    Gathering comedians known for their habit of taking lots of dressing room bento boxes to go... they’ll face off in a competition where the more bento boxes they’ve taken, the greater the disadvantage! ▼ A year and a half since that broadcast that stirred up the public... In-Take returns! He shares his feelings and talks about what lies ahead.

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    5. Episode 5

    A 'prank notification' for the 2023 King of Pranks, the most pranked person of the year! ▼ The classic punishment game takes an unexpected turn into a competitive event! Pushing against each other’s soles, with elimination for any sound that escapes... it’s the Ultimate Foot Reflexology Tournament!

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    4. Episode 4

    If Kuro-chan can find the 1 million yen hidden in his home within 100 days... he’ll win a cash prize based on the number of days it takes! So, in how many days will he find it, and how much prize money will he earn?

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    3. Episode 3

    You can’t go home until you manage to find four restaurants in a row that have never been featured on a TV location shoot. ▼ Skillfully incorporating words that appear behind a junior colleague into a scolding session... The theory of the master of scolding.

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    2. Episode 2

    Investigation into the most amazing comments comedians have ever heard, Part 3. ▼ The theory that Chance Ohshiro would surprisingly accept it quite easily if his friend Wada, who was once buried together with him in the mountains, were buried in the mountains again.

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    1. Episode 1

    The theory that if someone fainted at The Beatles' concert in Japan, they still have to keep listening to The Beatles today, or it would be a lie. ▼ The theory that it would be incredibly scary if you heard threatening words like 'I’m gonna get you' coming from inside a mascot costume.

2025

2025 · 44 episodes · Last episode: 10 months ago

Wednesday Downtown 2025 release dates →
  1. Wednesday Downtown S12 E44 still E44

    44. Episode 44

    Finale

    Detective Tsuda, Episode 4: The Electric Trap and a 100-Year Prayer Part 2 Atsuhiro Tsuda and Minamikawa travel 100 years back in time via a time machine to investigate the mystery surrounding the Edajima family tree. There, they discover that, for some reason, Rika's mother, Ume, married the servant Tamasuke according to the family registry, and that Rika's surname is also "Yamada". Tsuda closes in on the truth of the case from the events that transpired between the two families.

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    43. Episode 43

    Detective Tsuda Episode 4 ~The Electric Trap and the 100-Year Prayer Part 1 During the filming of the "Electric Chair Game," Gekidan Hitori dies... His opponent, Tsuda, steps up to solve the case, and the curtain rises on "Detective Tsuda Episode 4: The Electric Trap and 100 Years of Prayer"!

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    42. Episode 42

    Detective Tsuda "Long Sleeves" Special To commemorate the nomination of "Please give me long sleeves" for the Buzzword of the Year award, we will be airing "Detective Tsuda 'Long Sleeves' SP"! We'll be showing for the first time the entire sequence of Tsuda finally obtaining the sleeves he's been longing for, which couldn't be included in last year's broadcast!

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    41. Episode 41

    Electric Chair Game: Gekidan Hitori vs. Tsuda Atsuhiro The 11th Parody Song Ultimate Tournament! This time's judges are active professional wrestlers. Electric Chair Game 2025 Opening Match

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    40. Episode 40

    If you hear from a senior colleague that they were pranked like this the other day, and then a few days later you find yourself in the exact same situation, you'll probably act in a way that's very conscious of getting good footage.

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    39. Episode 39

    Silent Kuro-chan "Silent Kuro-chan" follows Kuro-chan for a week after he undergoes surgery for vocal cord polyps and is unable to speak. The program prepares 10 challenges for him! How will he overcome various difficulties without being able to speak?

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    38. Episode 38

    Paper airplane x high dive catch Can you throw a paper airplane from a 10-meter diving board and dive in yourself, catching it before it hits the water? Beach flags: Even if you can't see the flag when you turn around, run at full speed once.

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    37. Episode 37

    Full Stomach x Rock-Paper-Scissors Match 2 If you lose, you have to eat all the food on the card you played! The eating psychological battle "Full Stomach x Rock-Paper-Scissors" Match 2 "Kneeling Endurance Balance Bridge Race" where the prize money increases every second you sit in a kneeling position.

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    36. Episode 36

    Theory Doubt We're holding a card game called "Theory Doubt" to determine whether it's a true theory that's been verified in the past, or a false theory that hasn't been broadcast! Hamada vs. Kasuga vs. Kazlaser.

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    35. Episode 35

    Street Look-alike Guessing Contest Find someone who looks like a celebrity in town and present them to your partner! A team battle where you can't go home until you guess who the look-alike is. A 4-generation relay race where families with a wide range of ages, from children to great-grandmothers, have an advantage...

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    34. Episode 34

    Everyone's Theories Special The theory that if you soak one hand in soy sauce for a day to create a "soy sauce poisoned hand," you won't need soy sauce when eating sushi. The theory that you can have siblings in the same grade even if they're not twins, and we'll examine 13 theories all at once.

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    33. Episode 33

    The theory that comedians who specialize in making witty remarks are always in the mood to make them retort, even in their daily lives (Part 3) You can't go home until you find two people the same age as you in a row on the street.

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    32. Episode 32

    GPS Ball Scramble Use location information to find the seven GPS balls scattered across the land! Who will collect all the balls and have their wish granted?

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    31. Episode 31

    The theory that if you walk to the foot of Mt. Fuji picking up fallen hairs along the way, you can make winter clothing out of those hairs and climb Mt. Fuji in that state. The theory that if someone tells you, "If the weather is clear and the conditions are right, you can see Mount Fuji from here," you'll accept it no matter how far away it is.

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    30. Episode 30

    The theory that comedians can perfectly react to situations that mirror their own jokes if they happen in reality - Part 3 The theory that comedians could perfectly deliver a punchline if the same situation as their joke actually happened in real life. The theory that even if you don't speak the same language, you can barely communicate with Chinese people through the exchange of kanji characters

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    29. Episode 29

    National Highway Ramen Marathon 3 The "National Highway Ramen Marathon": You must eat a bowl of ramen every time you pass a ramen shop. Popular comedian rankings among junior and senior high school girls: It's the seventh year of the Reiwa era, and surely NON STYLE is no longer ranked.

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    28. Episode 28

    Full Stomach x Rock-Paper-Scissors. Based on "Janken Glico"... If you lose, you have to eat all the food on the card you played! A competitive eating psychological battle "Full Stomach x Janken" The theory that there have been zero new hardware store openings since the Reiwa era

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    27. Episode 27

    Even during a sermon, personal safety is still the top priority. If you were in danger while being lectured by a senior colleague, how long would you continue to endure the lecture?

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    26. Episode 26

    Kuro-chan, if he woke up by a river and his deceased father was on the other side, he would think he was on the brink of death. A "school song reverse calculation quiz" where you have to find a school using only the lyrics of the school song.

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    25. Episode 25

    The theory that every town has its own memorable old man. Based on the theory that "every town has its own quirky old man," we gathered information from comedians about the quirky old men who frequented their hometowns when they were children! And the comedians themselves followed up and investigated what these old men are up to now!

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    24. Episode 24

    The theory that it's possible to gain weight on a deserted island - Part 2 A 24-hour desert island weight gain challenge with a loser-eliminates rule! The second round is... Kishitakano vs. Rainbow. If a crab suddenly appears in your room, it's not treated as a luxury ingredient, but as a giant insect.

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    23. Episode 23

    The theory that it's possible to gain weight on a deserted island - Part 1 The "Can You Gain Weight on a Deserted Island?" Theory: A weight-gain competition where contestants eat as much of the limited food available on the island—weeds, fish, etc.—as they can! Which duo can gain the most weight in 24 hours?!

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    22. Episode 22

    Masked Man Journey: Elimination if Identity is Revealed, Part 3 A masked man's journey where contestants try to guess each other's identities...and are eliminated if their identities are revealed - Part 3 ▼If you take the lecture seriously, you can naturally answer all the questions correctly when the same topic comes up in a quiz afterward.

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    21. Episode 21

    Indians name change prank Comedians Indians are asked to change their group name by a Native American-looking group... an unexpected protest prank.

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    20. Episode 20

    Next Generation Reaction King Discovery Tournament. We're holding a tournament to discover the next generation of reaction kings! Young comedians with no prior prank experience will be judged with the show's signature pranks! The No. 1 young reaction king will be decided from over 100 entries!

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    19. Episode 19

    Tenkaippin's "Rich" or "Light" Ramen Gamble The idea that Yuko Ogura's stance is "Korin Star really exists, but I'm pretending it was just a character because of pressure" is terrifying.

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    18. Episode 18

    Sushi Battle 2nd Generation Tsutomu Sekine Championship. You can either stack the sushi plates you eat in your own territory or throw them at your opponent's plates! The team that stacks the most plates at the end wins in this new eating contest, "Sushi Battle"!

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    17. Episode 17

    A real prank on the substitute MC You can't go home until you've memorized the names of all the cats in the cat house. Offers to comedians who would never normally be asked to fill in for Hamada! The first one to accept will actually become the MC... A real prank on the substitute MC

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    16. Episode 16

    Grand Prix 2025 Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The 5th champion will be decided in a tournament featuring 40 comedy acts! Judges: Hikaru Ijuin, Kazutoyo Koyabu, Gekidan Hitori, Tetsuya Morita, and Bakarhythm

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    15. Episode 15

    Electric Chair Game Tournament Finals "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Final: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Chihara Junior" ▼ The theory that a honey trap can be used again a year later if you invite them with "This time for real..."

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    14. Episode 14

    Bare-handed moped chicken race "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Final: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Chihara Junior." The theory that a honey trap can be used again a year later if you invite them with "This time for real..."

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    13. Episode 13

    Electric Chair Game Tournament Semifinal Match 2 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Semifinal Match 2: "Chihara Junior vs. Imada Koji." The theory that railway enthusiasts are so specialized that they'll believe any kind of "xx railway" that comes along.

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    12. Episode 12

    Everyone's Theories Special The theory that if you're told to "buy 2 or 3," you should buy 3. The theory that if you cut squid into squares, it's almost like nata de coco. The theory that you should address astronauts with "san" (Mr./Ms.) and 11 other theories are put to the test all at once.

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    11. Episode 11

    "Emergency Live Broadcast" Everyone's Theory Submission Special An emergency live broadcast of "Everyone's Theory Submission Special"! We're soliciting theories from viewers that they want us to investigate...and comedians will introduce them live in a radio-style format! Some theories from this broadcast might even be put to the test!?

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    10. Episode 10

    Electric Chair Game Tournament Semifinal Match 1 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Semifinal Match 1: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Okano Yoichi." The theory that it's impossible to predict the second favorite artist of Nagabuchi fans

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    9. Episode 9

    Electric Chair Game Tournament Round 1 Match 4 The fourth match of the first round of the "Electric Chair Game" tournament: "Koji Imada vs. Koji Higashino." The theory that women doing impressions of Keisuke Kuwata is funny... The Women's Kuwata Championship will be held.

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    8. Episode 8

    Appearance Rate Ranking We calculated the "Wednesday rate" of each cast member's total TV appearances and created a "Wednesday Downtown Appearance Rate Ranking"! Who is the No. 1 celebrity who only appears on Wednesday Downtown?

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    7. Episode 7

    Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation Part 2 The final check on Hyoroku's character: "Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation" concludes... Through his strange cohabitation with his hidden nephew Kenken, the true identity of this enigmatic man is revealed!?

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    6. Episode 6

    Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation Part 1 A long-term prank is pulled on Hyoroku, a man whose true face no one has ever seen... to put his personality and character to the test! His true identity is finally revealed!?

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    5. Episode 5

    Electric Chair Game Tournament Round 1 Match 3 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Round 1, Match 3: "Chihara Junior vs. Fujimoto Toshiaki" Find the comedian duo from approximately 3000 surnames... Stamp Tower, comedian duo quick-find competition

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    4. Episode 4

    2024 Preview Prank The "King of Being Pranked the Most in 2024" will face the annual "1-Week Warning Prank" Preaching and telling ghost stories are both scary, so it's possible to switch between them midway through.

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    3. Episode 3

    New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 3 The goal of the "Real Life Sugoroku" game was "Proposal"! Can Kuro-chan propose to his girlfriend of two years, Richie, and put an end to his 48 years of single life?

  43. E2

    2. Episode 2

    New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 2 Kuro-chan's New Year's Real Life Sugoroku" - Filmed secretly and played for three months! Will Kuro-chan be able to reach the goal safely?

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    1. Episode 1

    New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 1 Without his knowledge, participants are asked to choose numbers from 1 to 6 in their daily lives... and the events that occur on the square they land on actually happen to Kuro-chan!

2026

2026 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 8 months ago

Wednesday Downtown 2026 release dates →
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    8. Episode 8

    WBC Opening Day Commemorative Special To commemorate the start of the WBC, we reinvestigated baseball-related theories and projects! What surprising facts even Hamada was shocked by?

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    7. Episode 7

    Nelson's Aoyama's Proposal Prank Nelson's Aoyama was planning a surprise flash mob proposal to his long-term girlfriend... but the surprise went far beyond his expectations, leading to an unexpected turn of events and conclusion.

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    6. Episode 6

    Finding the difference in a picture becomes twice as difficult if the two pictures are placed far apart. Comedians can perfectly deliver a punchline if the same situation as their jokes actually happens in real life.

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    5. Episode 5

    2025 Preview Prank The "King of Being Pranked the Most in 2025" will be subjected to the annual "1-Week Warning Prank." A "Club Activity Casino" where you bet on what club activities people on the street participated in during their school days based on their physique and clothing.

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    4. Episode 4

    The theory that it's extremely difficult to fart and burp at the same time. What would happen if Pumpkin Potato Fries, who reunited just six months after their breakup, were to be pranked to break up again soon...? A prank to break up again quickly

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    3. Episode 3

    Kishitakano Takano's 10m high dive revenge (week 2)

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    2. Episode 2

    [Emergency Live Broadcast] Kishitakano Takano's 10m High Dive Revenge

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    1. Episode 1

    Electric Chair Game 2025 "Tetsuya Morita vs. Hiroshi Yamazaki" "Electric Chair Game 2025" Saraba Seishun no Hikari's Morita vs. Aiseki Start's Yamazoe. The theory that you have no choice but to accept it if an acquaintance you approach on the street insists, "I'm the younger twin..."

Cast & crew

  • Kazutoyo Koyabu

    Kazutoyo Koyabu

    Self - Presenter

  • Toshifumi Fujimoto

    Toshifumi Fujimoto

    Presenter

  • Shintarou Moriyama

    Shintarou Moriyama

    Presenter

  • Lily

    Lily

    Presenter

  • Eiji Kotoge

    Eiji Kotoge

    Presenter

  • Akira Kawashima

    Akira Kawashima

    Self - Presenter

  • Kasuga Toshiaki

    Kasuga Toshiaki

    Presenter

  • Shoji Tomoharu

    Shoji Tomoharu

    Presenter

  • Kannazuki

    Kannazuki

    Presenter

  • Oideyasu Oda

    Oideyasu Oda

    Presenter

  • Kentaro Koga

    Presenter

  • Tetsuo

    Presenter

  • Kôji Nishida

    Presenter

  • Shōhei Osada

    Shōhei Osada

    Presenter

  • Shun Matsuo

    Shun Matsuo

    Presenter

  • Kenji Tamura

    Kenji Tamura

    Self - Presenter

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