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Akashiya Sanma discusses marital anecdotes on Nippon TV variety show
On the August 18 broadcast of the Nippon TV variety program ‘Odoru! Sanma Goten!!’, host Akashiya Sanma and various guests discussed marital challenges and family anecdotes during a special episode themed ‘Marital Trouble Resolution SP’.
Akashiya Sanma shared a personal anecdote regarding his ex-wife, actress Shinobu Otake. He recounted a moment when he attempted to hold his grandchild for the first time, only for Otake to warn him, ‘It’s dangerous,’ later suggesting he might be carrying many bacteria. Sanma expressed his confusion and shock at the remark.
Other guests shared various domestic experiences. Actor Shinji Takeda and his wife, Shizuka Manami, discussed parenting struggles, including Takeda’s use of a thermometer to check milk temperature to satisfy his wife’s concerns about cleanliness. Martial artist Takeru and his wife Aoi Kawaguchi also shared insights into their relationship dynamics during high-pressure professional moments.