Sugar Rush: Yomiuri TV’s “That Man, Too Much Sugar” to Air in Kansai this Saturday

Get ready for a sugar-fueled journey as Yomiuri TV’s sweets specialty variety show, “That Man, Too Much Sugar,” hosted by Ryuichi Kosugi of the comedy duo Black Mayonnaise, is set to air starting this Saturday, November 1st. The show will broadcast on Saturday mornings at 9:25 AM for three consecutive weeks, taking viewers on a delightful trip through Kansai’s sweetest treats.

Host Ryuichi Kosugi, a Sweet Tooth Extraordinaire

“That Man, Too Much Sugar” promises a laughter-filled and indulgent experience, with Kosugi and his guests exploring popular sweets shops in the Kansai region. Kosugi, an avid sweets lover, will be joined by celebrity guests who share his passion, affectionately dubbed “Suidan.”

First Week Highlights

1. Teruki Goto, Football Hour Enthusiast and Sweet Tooth Revealed

Kicking off the first episode, Kosugi is joined by Teruki Goto of Football Hour, who admits to recent sweets obsession. Goto, previously renowned for her dislike of sweets, now admits to enjoying them regularly. The duo starts their sugary adventure at Shinmachi’s popular financier shop, where they debate the merits of moist vs. crunchy financier, each choosing their top three favorites.

“It’s amazing that you asked me that!” – Teruki Goto

2. Yoshio Itoi, Former Hanshin Tigers Player, Joins the “Suidan”

The duo then heads to a perfume specialty store for a new, aromatic parfait experience. Joining them is Yoshio Itoi, a former Hanshin Tigers player and self-proclaimed sweets enthusiast. Itoi shares his favorite Hanshin players’ sweet tooth secrets.

3. Traditional Korean Sweets Taste-Test

Moving on, the trio visits a traditional Korean sweets shop. Kosugi praises the sweet and salty delight as the “pinnacle of sweet and salty food!”

Tune in for More Kansai Sweets Adventures

The show promises a fun-filled adventure through Kansai’s sweetest spots, perfect for any sweets lover. Join Kosugi and his doting guests as they sample, laugh, and share their love for all things sweet.

FAQs

• When does “That Man, Too Much Sugar” air? The show broadcasts every Saturday at 9:25 AM for three weeks, starting November 1st.
• Where can I watch it? Tune in on Yomiuri TV.
• Who is hosting the show? Ryuichi Kosugi of the comedy duo Black Mayonnaise.

Did You Know?

Ryuichi Kosugi’s comedy duo, Black Mayonnaise, is known for their unique brand of humor and popular recruiting campaigns for the Japan Self-Defense Forces.

Pro Tip

Don’t binge-watch the show on an empty stomach! Ensure you have plenty of sweets on hand to enjoy while watching.

Call to Action

Tell us your favorite Kansai sweets shop in the comments! Who knows, you might inspire an episode! And don’t forget to share this article with fellow sweet tooth enthusiasts.