Not radio, not live, not variety. Listen to 30 minutes of manzai recorded by 22 groups of Yoshimoto comedians in one-shot recordings on Spotify. It is a new kind of entertainment.

."SpotifyIf you download "The Taste of the World" but don't listen to the original podcast program, it's like throwing away the crunchy bottom of a sponge cake or the leftover soup from a pot. In other words, you are missing out on the best part.

For example, "The Fabulous World of the Kano Sisters," "83 Lighting Catapult" by Alpy Sakai and Sanshiro Aida, and "Honno no Koizumi-san" are all podcasts. All of these programs have become popular for their unexpectedness and unpredictable developments, and have earned a position as programs that are listened to by people who know what they are talking about.

A new program has been added to the podcast, which has been competing on the strength of such planning.

Its name is "Hearing Manzai," which reads "Choumanzai.

What is it? It is a program in which 22 groups of Yoshimoto Kogyo's manzai perform nonstop for about 30 minutes, and the sound is played as it is. The program is recorded in one shot, so the audience can enjoy the tension and realism of the performance.

Distribution began yesterday, and the memorable first episode featured Laughing Rice. From now on, popular manzai comedians such as NON STYLE, Diane, Mimikazu, Miki, and Shimobori Myojo will be on the list. Details of the performers will be released as they are delivered, so be sure to open the app every day and check it out.

No postcards, no corners, so it's not like radio, and no faces, so it's not like a live show or a variety show... Spotify and Yoshimoto Kogyo are proud to present "Hear Manzai," a new kind of podcast program that you can enjoy with your ears! I have no more entertainment to fish for! I want to get tingly! If you are looking for a new way to enjoy comedy, this is the show for you. Listen now!this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)Check from the

Finally, please see the messages from the respective representatives.

The project was supposed to be extremely hard for the performers, but all of the duos were very funny. The two performers are alone in a space without "staff laughter" for 30 minutes, so there are often times when they end up laughing at their own ad-libs. The composition of the 30 minutes varies from performer to performer. Some performers mix multiple material, some perform a single material all the way through, and some performers ad-lib most of their material. I hope you enjoy listening to manzai in a way that suits your own lifestyle, such as while commuting to work or school, before going to bed, or while doing housework.
Producer of "Hearing Manzai" Daiki Kosai, Yoshimoto Kogyo Co.

Spotify has been exploring the possibilities of audio expression through collaboration with a variety of partners. Through this new program created in collaboration with Yoshimoto Kogyo, we hope to provide not only comedy fans but also as many listeners as possible with an opportunity to experience authentic manzai and a moment of comfort through laughter in the midst of the still stagnant Corona disaster, We also hope to provide a stage on which talented comedians can seriously try their hand at laughter and maximize their creativity.
Chieko Nishi, Head of Audio Content Business, Spotify Japan K.K.