# TV Asahi variety show ‘Azatoke te nani ga warui no?’ ending

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tv-asahi-variety-show-azatoke-te-nani-ga-warui-no-ending
> Updated: 2026-08-21T03:44:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The TV Asahi variety program ‘Azatoke te nani ga warui no?’ is scheduled to conclude its broadcast in late September after six years on air. The show, which focuses on the concept of ‘azatosa’ (calculated charm), transitioned to a regular series in October 2020.

Recent broadcasts have featured reflections on the program’s history and the evolution of its hosting. Current MCs Ryota Yamasato and Airi Suzuki have noted the transition from the era of original hosts Minami Tanaka and Ayaka Hironaka to the current lineup. To celebrate the show’s history, original host Ayaka Honaka appeared as a guest, and the final month of September is expected to feature various special guest appearances, including the return of former hosts for the final episode on September 24.

## Claims

- The television program 'Azatoke te Nani ga Warui no?' is scheduled to end its broadcast at the end of September. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- During an Instagram Live session, Marika Matsumoto remained silent for 10 minutes before whispering a phrase about the full moon. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The program transitioned from the era of Minami Tanaka and Ayaka Honaka to the current era led by Airi Suzuki. (single source)
- Actress Marika Matsumoto is highly skilled at using silence to command viewer attention. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: TV Asahi program ‘Azatoke te Nani ga Warui no?’ to end in September

As the TV Asahi program ‘Azatoke te Nani ga Warui no?’ prepares to end in September, guests and hosts reflected on the show's history and viral moments from actress Marika Matsumoto.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tv-asahi-program-azatoke-te-nani-ga-warui-no-to-end-in-september

### 2026-08-11: TV Asahi variety show ‘Azatoke te nani ga warui no?’ to end in September

The TV Asahi variety show ‘Azatoke te nani ga warui no?’ will conclude its six-year run on September 24, featuring special guest appearances by former hosts Minami Tanaka and Ayaka Hironaka.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tv-asahi-variety-show-azatoke-te-nani-ga-warui-no-to-end-in-september

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