Revival of the 'Hot' Duo: Kuwahara Shohhei and Hatao Ryuji to Host Special Soccer Programs on ABC Radio on June 14 and June 28!

ABC Radio will broadcast a one-hour special program titled 'SCO Group presents Kuwahara and Hatao's Ban! Ban! Ban!' over two consecutive weekends—June 14 and June 28—delivering hot soccer updates with special guests!

The 'Hot' Duo of Kuwahara Shohhei and Hatao Ryuji Returns!

Kuwahara Shohhei, a powerful radio personality on ABC Radio even in his 80s, and Hatao Ryuji, former Japanese national soccer team player and current Representative Director & President of IKOMA FC Nara, are reuniting for a special program. The two previously co-hosted a segment on ABC Radio's 'Shohhei and Yoshiya's Saturday Full Throttle!!' and share a deep professional bond—Hatao even refers to Kuwahara as his 'radio mentor.' This passionate duo is back on air!

In-Depth Soccer Talk with Special Guests!

The June 14 broadcast, starting at 8:40 PM, will feature Kuwahara, Hatao, and announcer Kono Junichi, joined by special guest Katsumi Ryo—Hatao's close friend and former Japanese national team player—for an in-depth soccer discussion. They will analyze the upcoming Japan vs. Netherlands match—the first game for Japan in the FIFA World Cup 2026—using key statistics and predictions.

How Will the Japanese National Team Perform?

The second special episode on June 28 at 8:40 PM will continue delivering soccer updates with special guests. How will Japan's national team fare? Don't miss either broadcast!

《Program Overview》

Program Title: SCO Group presents Kuwahara and Hatao's Ban! Ban! Ban!

Broadcast Dates & Times: June 14 (Sun) 8:40 PM – 9:40 PM June 28 (Sun) 8:40 PM – 9:40 PM

Featured Guests: Kuwahara Shohhei, Hatao Ryuji, and others

Broadcast Area: ABC Radio FM 93.3 MHz / AM 1008 kHz

radiko Link: https://radiko.jp/share/?sid=ABC&t=20260614204000

Missed the live broadcast? Catch up via podcast after the program ends.

https://lit.link/banban