2024’s Standout Comedy Duo Exclusive Revelation: Why Harukaze ni Konnaigu Is Set to Dominate Sales This Year
In their first year, they made it to the finals of "THE W 2023! Their tongue-in-cheek comedy with a yankee-like tsukkomi and a lady-like blabbermouth is addictive!
Last year, in addition to the award race, they were selected for Fuji Television’s variety show “Late Night Honey”. The duo continues to make rapid progress, but the deciding factor in their formation was a surprising one.
Tonzu: “During a performance at the training center, I saw Iro-san doing stand-up for the first time, and I was shocked. I mean, it was overwhelmingly not funny! He didn’t remember his lines, and it was genuinely, hands down, not entertaining, haha.”
Toiro: “Come on! Stop it!”
Tonzu: “But, you know, there was something about him. When I wrote material, I thought, ‘This guy will definitely be funny.’ So, I asked him if he wanted to team up for at least a month, and that’s how it all started.”
In 2022, while still in training, they participated in the “M-1 Grand Prix” for the first time and reached the third round, quickly becoming recognized in comedy competitions. Despite thinking their compatibility was excellent, when asked about each other’s characters, they both agreed on the term “eccentric.”
Toiro: “Originally, I had no intention of becoming a comedian. While looking for a new job, I wanted some kind of title, and I thought being a comedian might be interesting, so I joined the training center. That’s why I haven’t really felt the desire to become a comedian seriously yet.”
Tonzu: “See, isn’t he weird?”
Toiro: “If we’re talking about weird, Tonzu is not great as a working professional. He’s always late. Also, he’s the complete opposite of me – he drinks a lot and smokes.”
Tonzu: “Our clothing styles are completely different too. Iro-san says things like T-shirts and jeans are commoner’s clothes and refuses to wear them.”
Toiro: “That’s not true. I’ve just never been around people who dressed like that, as I attended private schools from elementary to high school.”
Their hobbies and personalities are complete opposites. Perhaps that’s why they can create a unique atmosphere that only the two of them possess. Finally, we asked them about their enthusiasm for the future.
Toiro: “I still don’t have confidence as a comedian, but reaching the finals in ‘THE W’ was significant. I want to work hard to be able to perform confidently and boldly in our comedy routines.”
Tonzu: “Our goal is to win a comedy award. We want to achieve results, so we write a lot of material. We’re not geniuses or a quirky duo, just ordinary newcomers. We want to continue working seriously from now on.”
The veterans acknowledge their skills, and they possess a unique personality. Without a doubt, we will see their names frequently this year.
