「アッコにおまかせ！」最終回、和田アキ子「吉村明宏とか来てくれた」
The long-running Sunday daytime info-variety show "Akko ni Omakase!" has aired its final episode. After the recording, host Akiko Wada expressed gratitude for familiar faces who came to support, specifically mentioning former popular semi-regular Akihiro Yoshimura.
This heartfelt mention sparked a buzz online, with fans lamenting the show's end while also delighting in the unexpected nod to a nostalgic figure, calling it an "unforgettable episode for long-time fans."
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Akko ni Omakase!
"Akko ni Omakase!" (Leave it to Akko!) was a long-running info-variety program on the TBS network, which began broadcasting on October 6, 1985. For approximately 39 years, it aired every Sunday afternoon, becoming a familiar "Sunday daytime face" for many viewers. The program covered a wide range of topics, including the latest entertainment news, current events, social phenomena, and trends, presenting them with a unique perspective through studio talk and quiz formats. It was particularly strong in entertainment scoops, often reporting exclusive information before it appeared on TV or in weekly magazines, drawing attention for its timeliness. The powerful personality of main MC Akiko Wada and her frank remarks were major attractions, with her comments frequently becoming online news. A diverse cast of successive assistants and semi-regulars also added color to the show. While the program's format gradually adapted to changes in viewership ratings and the times, its brand power remained strong until its final episode. The news of such a long-running show ending made many viewers feel the passage of time and served as an opportunity to reflect on the program's history.
Akiko Wada
Akiko Wada debuted as a singer in 1968 with "Hoshizora no Kodoku" and is a veteran singer with numerous hit songs like "Ano Kane wo Narasu no wa Anata" (You Are the One Who Rings That Bell). As a TV personality, she holds an overwhelming presence in the Japanese entertainment industry. Known widely as the "God Sister of the Entertainment World" for her powerful voice and bold character, she is admired by many junior talents while also earning respect for not shying away from expressing tough opinions. Notably, she served as the main MC for "Akko ni Omakase!" for approximately 39 years, leading the show that bore her name for a long time. In the program, her commentary on entertainment news, sometimes empathizing, sometimes cutting straight to the point, was popular, and she was treated with awe by viewers and co-stars. On the other hand, at wrap parties and in private, she is known for being very caring towards co-stars and staff, possessing a deep sense of loyalty and human kindness. In this final episode, her expression of gratitude to the staff, co-stars, and former popular semi-regulars who supported the program symbolizes her character and moved many people. "Akko ni Omakase!" could not be discussed without her presence, as the program and Akiko Wada were truly one.
Akihiro Yoshimura
Akihiro Yoshimura is a Japanese talent and actor who gained popularity mainly from the 1980s to the 1990s. After debuting as a member of the comedy duo "Conte Yamaguchi-kun to Takeda-kun," he gained attention for his distinctive impersonations. His impersonation of Ryuichi Sakamoto, in particular, was one of his most well-known acts, making him a sought-after figure in variety shows of the time. His appearances as a semi-regular on "Akko ni Omakase!" from its early to mid-period are very memorable for viewers who recall the show from that era, making him a "face" of the program. Beyond impersonations, he enlivened the show with his bright personality and skilled talk, engaging in well-coordinated banter with Akiko Wada. While his TV appearances naturally decreased as the show became a long-running program, the mention of his name by Akiko Wada in the final episode of "Akko ni Omakase!" served as an opportunity for many viewers to feel nostalgia and rediscover his presence. As one of the contributors who supported the program for many years, his visit to the final episode and the mention of his name were episodes that profoundly moved many fans, demonstrating the program's history and the deep bond between Akiko Wada and her co-stars.