Who is the funniest comedian in Japan?
If you were to ask this question to a Japanese friend, many would name a comedian belonging to Yoshimoto Kogyo–one of the largest and most influential entertainment agencies in the country that was originally founded in Osaka.
Why Osaka? Well, the people of the Kansai region, which includes Osaka, Kyoto, and surrounding areas, are known for their quick wit and natural talent in comedic timing, which are all enhanced even further by the fast-paced dialect.
If you would like to experience a piece of this kind of comedy while in Tokyo, head over to Lumine the Yoshimoto comedy theater in Shinjuku.
Yoshimoto Kogyo: https://yoshimoto-international.com/
Lumine the Yoshimoto: https://lumine.yoshimoto.co.jp/
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