Robert Akiyama of Family Restaurant "Joyfull" Transforms into "Akiyama Basho" in Traditional Attire! The Venue Erupted with Excitement as He Slashed Through Employees' Haiku in an Improvised Haiku Show!
Family Restaurant Joyfull held a presentation event for its 2026 Spring Grand Menu and new TV commercials, featuring Joyfull PR Manager Ryuji Akiyama of the comedy trio Robert. Appearing in traditional haiku poet attire as "Akiyama Basho," Akiyama entertained the audience by critiquing haikus about the new menu items composed by Joyfull employees.
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Joyfull Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 1-1-45 Mikawa-shinmachi, Oita City, Oita Prefecture; Representative Director and President: Kurumi Anami), which operates the family restaurant "Joyfull," held the "Joyfull Co., Ltd. 2026 Spring New Grand Menu & New TV-CM Grand Presentation" on Thursday, March 26.
At the event, Ryuji Akiyama of the comedy trio Robert, serving as "Joyfull PR Manager," appeared dressed as a haiku poet. As "Haiku Poet Akiyama Basho," he provided public critiques of the "Spring New Menu Haikus" written by Joyfull employees. Through this interaction, he enthusiastically promoted the appeal of the products.
Upon tasting the "Meat Umami! Thick-Cut Pork Loin Steak with Garlic Soy Sauce," Akiyama commented, "It's incredibly thick yet tender—perfect for eating with rice! I want to savor it along with the steam rising from the iron plate." Regarding the "Chunky White Peach and Berry Fromage Parfait," he smiled and said, "It has a presence like a queen, and true to its name, the white peaches are chunky, offering a variety of flavors. The crepe dough is a bit crispy and delicious. It's a dish that makes you feel the arrival of spring." He concluded by saying, "It's genuinely delicious, so I want people to eat it. I want people to come to Joyfull."
Ryuji Akiyama (Robert) Profile
Born in 1978. From Fukuoka Prefecture. Affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo.
In 1998, he formed the comedy trio "Robert" with Hiroshi Yamamoto and Hiroyuki Baba, and in 2011, they won the "King of Conte" (TBS network).
He specializes in "body mimicry," where he impersonates Tatsuo Umemiya. He appears in numerous variety programs, dramas, movies, and TV commercials, and has been widely active, including serving as a torchbearer for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
In 2021, the Netflix original series "Creators File: GOLD" was released worldwide, and in 2022, he held a nationwide live tour to commemorate the total number of "Creators File" characters reaching 100.
He was appointed "Joyfull PR Manager" in April 2023 and is scheduled to appear in various future projects.
New TV-CM & Special Movie (Broadcasting starts Wednesday, April 1, at 3:00 PM)
[List of TV-CM links omitted for brevity]
Company Overview
Company Name: Joyfull Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: 1-1-45 Mikawa-shinmachi, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
Representative Director and President: Kurumi Anami
Business Content: Chain operation of the family restaurant "Joyfull," etc.
Since its founding, Joyfull has pursued the goal of being the "cheapest and most accessible restaurant in the region," while focusing on "offering high-value products" and "practicing service from the customer's perspective." We will continue to challenge ourselves to remain a restaurant that is loved by everyone.
At the event, Ryuji Akiyama of the comedy trio Robert, serving as "Joyfull PR Manager," appeared dressed as a haiku poet. As "Haiku Poet Akiyama Basho," he provided public critiques of the "Spring New Menu Haikus" written by Joyfull employees. Through this interaction, he enthusiastically promoted the appeal of the products.
Upon tasting the "Meat Umami! Thick-Cut Pork Loin Steak with Garlic Soy Sauce," Akiyama commented, "It's incredibly thick yet tender—perfect for eating with rice! I want to savor it along with the steam rising from the iron plate." Regarding the "Chunky White Peach and Berry Fromage Parfait," he smiled and said, "It has a presence like a queen, and true to its name, the white peaches are chunky, offering a variety of flavors. The crepe dough is a bit crispy and delicious. It's a dish that makes you feel the arrival of spring." He concluded by saying, "It's genuinely delicious, so I want people to eat it. I want people to come to Joyfull."
Ryuji Akiyama (Robert) Profile
Born in 1978. From Fukuoka Prefecture. Affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo.
In 1998, he formed the comedy trio "Robert" with Hiroshi Yamamoto and Hiroyuki Baba, and in 2011, they won the "King of Conte" (TBS network).
He specializes in "body mimicry," where he impersonates Tatsuo Umemiya. He appears in numerous variety programs, dramas, movies, and TV commercials, and has been widely active, including serving as a torchbearer for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
In 2021, the Netflix original series "Creators File: GOLD" was released worldwide, and in 2022, he held a nationwide live tour to commemorate the total number of "Creators File" characters reaching 100.
He was appointed "Joyfull PR Manager" in April 2023 and is scheduled to appear in various future projects.
New TV-CM & Special Movie (Broadcasting starts Wednesday, April 1, at 3:00 PM)
[List of TV-CM links omitted for brevity]
Company Overview
Company Name: Joyfull Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: 1-1-45 Mikawa-shinmachi, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
Representative Director and President: Kurumi Anami
Business Content: Chain operation of the family restaurant "Joyfull," etc.
Since its founding, Joyfull has pursued the goal of being the "cheapest and most accessible restaurant in the region," while focusing on "offering high-value products" and "practicing service from the customer's perspective." We will continue to challenge ourselves to remain a restaurant that is loved by everyone.