Sunday Hatsumimi Gaku celebrates 500th episode milestone

The Japanese television program ‘Sunday Hatsumimi Gaku’ is celebrating its 500th episode milestone. To mark the occasion, the show will feature a special broadcast including a guest appearance by B'z guitarist Takashi Matsumoto.

During the episode, Matsumoto is expected to discuss his musical journey, including his early days as a support musician for artists like TM NETWORK and his international collaborations through the TMG project. The broadcast will also feature a video appearance by GLAY guitarist TAKURO, who will share anecdotes regarding Matsumoto’s personality and professional mentorship.

Additionally, the 500th-anniversary special includes a roundtable discussion featuring regular cast members Osamu Hayashi, Aya Omasa, Yu Sawabe, and Kento Nakajima. The group reflected on the program's evolution since its debut in 2015 and their long-standing working relationships.