What is the name of the program that achieved No. 1 annual viewership ratings?

The program is "GoGoSmile ~GOGO! Smile!~" on the CBC/TBS network.

For how many consecutive years has "GoGoSmile" been No. 1 in Nagoya?

It has been No. 1 in Nagoya for three consecutive years.

What factors contributed to the program's success?

Factors include detailed reporting on weather and current events, coverage of popular topics like Shohei Ohtani and the Osaka-Kansai Expo, unique segments, and a pleasant studio atmosphere.

Who are the MC and Chief Producer mentioned in the article?

The MC is Ryoji Ishii, and the Chief Producer is Junichi Masuko.

CBC/TBS 'GoGoSmile' Ranks No. 1 in Annual Viewership Ratings for Three Major Regions!

Q: In which regions did "GoGoSmile" achieve the No. 1 annual viewership rating?

It achieved the No. 1 annual viewership rating in the Kanto, Kansai, and Nagoya regions.

Published Mar 30, 2026 7:22 PM ・ Updated Jun 28, 2026 5:05 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

CBC TV's 'GoGoSmile' has achieved the No. 1 annual viewership rating in the Kanto, Kansai, and Nagoya regions.

The CBC/TBS network's afternoon information program "GoGoSmile ~GOGO! Smile!~" (Monday-Friday, 1:55 PM) has secured the top spot in annual average viewership ratings for the 2025 fiscal year (April-March) in the Kanto region, achieving 2.3% for individuals and 4.6% for households (according to Video Research Ltd.). This marks the second consecutive year the program has ranked first in its time slot (including NHK). In the Kansai region, the program also achieved the No. 1 annual average viewership rating for the first time, with 2.3% for individuals and 4.6% for households (according to Video Research Ltd.), following its annual top ranking in 2025. In the Nagoya region, where the program is produced by CBC Television, it achieved 2.3% for individuals and 4.7% for households (according to Video Research Ltd.), marking its third consecutive year at the top of the annual average viewership ratings.

Throughout the 2025 fiscal year, which saw record-breaking weather conditions such as guerrilla thunderstorms and consecutive extreme heat days in summer, the program provided detailed and careful reporting, primarily through the explanations of meteorologist Tomohiro Sawa and live coverage from various locations. It also covered topics of daily interest to viewers and breaking news, such as Shohei Ohtani's remarkable two-way performance, the excitement surrounding the Osaka-Kansai Expo, the "Reiwa Rice Scandal," the birth of Prime Minister Takaichi, bear incidents across the country, and the Winter Olympics. Additionally, it featured unique segments with an original perspective, such as Osaka's "Gutsy Melon" and GoGoSmile's exclusive cherry blossom specimen trees. Combined with the pleasant studio atmosphere fostered by MC Ryoji Ishii and the commentators, the program has garnered strong support from a wide range of viewers across all regions.

【MC Ryoji Ishii's Comment】

Thank you always for watching!

We kindly ask for your continued support of GoGoSmile as your afternoon companion!

【Chief Producer Junichi Masuko's Comment】

In the 2026 fiscal year, we hope to deliver broadcasts that are easy to understand, enjoyable, and informative, reaching as many viewers as possible.

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CBC/TBS 'GoGoSmile' Ranks No. 1 in Annual Viewership Ratings for Three Major Regions!

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