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2026.3.12 What a day!!

谷口(iarawo)

This is Taniguchi, a huge fan of TV Asahi.

If you love VTubers, I'm sure you've seen it before,
and I think many of you are shocked by the announcement from that show. I'm one of them.

The show featured unique banter between Instructor Kotoge and the VTubers, creating great chemistry,
"Garibenture V" but it seems it will be ending this May.

What a day!

I haven't followed every single episode, and the show was called "Garibenger V" when I used to watch it, but it's a shame it's ending.

It's a show that thrives on banter, and I think the casting is brilliant.
Instructor Kotoge's destructive retorts really shine when he interacts with unique characters.
That's why he's such a great match for people like VTubers who have such distinct characters and backstories.

Also, I truly believe that content and people who bridge the gap between online streamers and mainstream television are precious.

Viking, Nishikigoi, Zakoshi-san.
Sony comedians, who often co-star with streamers on shows and broadcasts, know how to tease them in a fun way while
also offering gentle support.
They really are like gods.

It's sad, but I hope this show keeps up its fun spirit until the very end.

Today's song is
BLANKEY JET CITY, a band Instructor Kotoge loves.

Soon Crazy - BLANKEY JET CITY

Apparently, Instructor Kotoge first got into Blankey during a cherry blossom viewing party in his first year of high school.

A friend brought a boombox,
and while playing various songs,
Blankey's Soon Crazy came on.

First of all, his friend had great taste,
and I think it was fate that he encountered it there.

When he heard the impactful lyrics,
he thought, "What lyrics!" lol. That's when he started listening to Blankey.

Instructor Kotoge is known as a specialist in retorts that leave a lasting impression. It seems his choice of words is actually influenced by the unique, original expressions created in Blankey's music.

Speed Wagon's Ozawa-san said something similar, and I personally love comedy that shows a musical background. It's pleasant to watch.

Having a punk spirit,
yet being kind to everyone and loved by all.
Listening to the music that shaped Instructor Kotoge
makes me feel happy somehow.