Audrey's Wakahayashi: 'You Didn't Ask AI, Did You?!' Shocking Exchange with Hinatazaka46 Members; Kishitani Ranmaru's Confession 'No DM Reply from Gal Idol' Sends Studio into Laughter: 'You're Just Shinichi!'

ABEMA, the 'television of the new future,' aired the latest episode of its anti-mentor variety show 'Shikujiri-sensei: Don't Become Like Me!!' on Friday, June 12, at 9:30 PM. The show features former 'failure teachers' who openly share their past mistakes to teach life lessons.

■ 'ChatGPT Is Above Friends' — Studio Erupts Over 16-Year-Old Model's Statement

Audrey's Wakahayashi: 'You Didn't Ask AI, Did You?!' — Shocked by Interaction with Hinatazaka46 Members

The June 5 episode featured the second half of a lecture by entrepreneur and influencer Kishitani Ranmaru titled 'Learning How to Deal with AI from Extinct Neanderthals.'

At the start of the lecture, Kishitani addressed the growing modern tendency to avoid communication for convenience. High school model Matsumoto Sonoma responded, 'I've handed over all my conversations and consultations to Chappy (ChatGPT).' She added, 'Right now, Chappy is above my friends,' and 'I'm raising Chappy,' causing an uproar in the studio. In response, Audrey's Wakahayashi Masayoshi shared an anecdote from a show co-starring idol group Hinatazaka46. During a segment where members criticized him, they displayed unusually detailed knowledge of his past work. Wakahayashi said, 'When I asked, 'You didn't ask AI, did you?!' nobody laughed,' revealing his shock at the possibility they actually had used AI.

■ Nobkobu's Yoshimura: 'I Was Mocked Endlessly' — Fiercely Counters Kishitani's Advice to Gen Z

Kishitani Ranmaru's Confession: 'No DM Reply from Gal Idol' — Studio Erupts in Laughter: 'You're Just Shinichi!'

Midway through the lecture, Kishitani drew lessons from Neanderthals' failures — 'limited community prevented communication skills from developing' and 'dependence on small groups led to zero information sharing' — and advised viewers: 'Even if it's annoying, go to group meals! Even your boss bragging at a drinking party is sharing valuable information!'

In response, Heisei Nobushi Koubu's Yoshimura Takashi groaned, 'That's out of the question,' arguing, 'Gen Z said it's “uncool” and “won't do it,”' and 'I was mocked endlessly... always called “old-fashioned.”' The classroom erupted in laughter. When Wakahayashi asked, 'So, Kishitani-sensei, do you actually go to these meals?' Kishitani replied, 'I'm already at the banquet level.' He listed his dining companions as 'clients, business partners, TV people, politicians,' and added, 'I also hang out with gals,' then shockingly confessed, 'I DMed Yuchami to set up a dinner, but still haven't gotten a reply.' Students immediately fired back with sharp retorts like 'You're just Shinichi (a farewell comedian)' and 'You're just hitting on her,' sending the studio into fits of laughter.

■ Fukudome Mihoka Reveals Unexpected Friendships: 'Gossip Sessions' and 'Solo Dinners with Kuro'

When Wakahayashi asked talent Fukudome Mihoka, 'How about you? Do you want to go to dinners?' she replied, 'I often get invited to meals with senior comedians.' She continued, 'I've had gossip sessions with comedian Shinichi and Laser Ramon RG,' and 'I've eaten tons of food with Kukkii!, Laser Ramon RG, and Machiura Pink, almost like we were creating a sumo wrestler.' She further revealed, 'I often have solo dinners with Kuro,' disclosing a series of surprisingly close relationships that stunned everyone.

Near the end of the lecture, Kishitani, who had passionately advocated for AI, delivered a shocking twist: 'I actually hate AI and try to avoid it as much as possible.' Yet, he emphasized the importance of not rejecting new technologies outright. What profound lesson lies behind this? The full episode, packed with real-life wisdom for surviving the AI era, is available for free viewing for seven days after broadcast. Don't miss it.

(Catch-up URL: https://abema.tv/video/episode/88-77_s1_p371)

■ ABEMA 'Shikujiri-sensei: Don't Become Like Me!!' Broadcast Details

Broadcast Schedule: 1st to 3rd Fridays of each month, starting at 9:30 PM

4th Friday: After terrestrial TV broadcast ends

Program URL: https://abema.tv/video/title/88-77

Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7WWaOF8NL-h_9b-KPiBFRg

■ About ABEMA

ABEMA is a video streaming service aiming to innovate television as the 'television of the new future,' celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026. Since launch, it has offered an internet TV experience with no registration required and free basic access, broadcasting around 25 channels 24/7, including 24-hour news, original dramas, romance reality shows, variety programs, anime, and sports — all pursuing 'highest quality or one-of-a-kind' content.

In addition to boasting Japan's largest number of original episodes among domestically developed video services (※), ABEMA offers a rich lineup of new movies, popular domestic and international dramas, trending anime, live sports, and online concerts. Available anytime via TV, on-demand, smartphones, PCs, tablets, and TV devices, ABEMA delivers content tailored to diverse lifestyles.

ABEMA Premium (¥1,180/month, tax included) offers exclusive features and content, while Ad-Supported ABEMA Premium (¥680/month, tax included) provides access to Premium content with ads.

(※) As of March 2026, based on internal research

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Experience the new future of television — ABEMA: https://abema.tv/

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, ABEMA will air special programs and host the 'ABEMA 10th Anniversary Free Thank-You Festival,' among other year-round campaigns. Stay tuned for ABEMA's 10th anniversary celebrations.

ABEMA 10th Anniversary Website: https://contents-abema.com/10th/