Comedians Debate New York's Success on 'Ameto-ora' Special

In a special segment titled 'Comedian Arrow Talk: Things I've Been Thinking All Along,' aired on June 18, 2026, the popular variety show 'Ameto-ora!' gathered a panel of comedians to air their honest opinions about their peers. The highlight of the episode was a spirited debate over the secret behind the success of the comedy duo New York, initiated by veteran comedian Eiko Kano.

Kano directly questioned Yuki Yashiki of New York about what exactly made the duo famous, sparking contrasting theories from two self-proclaimed New York fans. Comedian Takao Janbo, who claims to watch every show New York appears on, and Ren Hasumi of Dow90000, a regular attendee of New York's solo live performances, presented opposing views on the duo's rise to fame.

The episode also featured other candid revelations. Yuki Akagi of Takuro confessed that he became a comedian inspired by Chidori but realized he could never match them, even considering whether he might end up with a style similar to Kano's. Ginji Watanabe of Dondecort, who until his second-place finish at M-1 Grand Prix 2025 had experienced 18 years of struggle, admitted he hates how much he overthinks things and expressed envy toward fellow comedian Hikorohi. Additionally, debut guest Yuto Nagami of Kabeposter launched a sharp critique at Hiroyuki Iguchi of Westland, triggering a fierce counterattack from Iguchi, who is known for clashing with both "sensei comedians" and "Osaka comedians." The show also included Ren Hasumi posing an uncomfortable question to MC Tetsuro Hotohara.