Hakata Hanamaru Joins as the "9th Old Man" Guest! "Ojisans 8 Second Season," an Old Man Variety Show by Gakutensoku, The Punch, Machineguns, and Kinzokubatto, on FANY Channel

FANY Channel will begin streaming "Ojisans 8 Second Season," a variety show featuring old men comedians like Gakutensoku, The Punch, Machineguns, and Kinzokubatto, starting at noon on Friday, May 15th. The long-awaited return of the healing variety show, where 8 talented veteran comedians who thrilled "THE SECOND" play without overexertion or injury. In this second installment, Hakata Hanamaru, who served as a special supporter for "THE SECOND," will join as a guest. ©FANY Studio/Yoshimoto Kogyo Hanamaru, who usually watches the fierce battles of award competitions, will show the "dignity of a higher-level old man" to the Ojisans 8 members in this program. Hanamaru will participate in a new project called "Hiyayakko no Tetsujin" (Iron Chef of Cold Tofu), themed around "hiyayakko" (cold tofu), a favorite dish of old men who appreciate its deliciousness as they age. "After all, this is the most delicious" — the profound depth of cold tofu that adults eventually discover. How will the old men confront Hanamaru's "secret strategy from Kyushu"? Witness the pride of men who stake everything on a single block of tofu! "Ojisans 8 Second Season" Program Overview Gakutensoku, The Punch, Machineguns, Kinzokubatto, and others May 15 (Fri) 12:00 PM #1 Stream May 22 (Fri) 12:00 PM #2 Stream May 29 (Fri) 12:00 PM #3 Stream June 5 (Fri) 12:00 PM #4 Stream June 12 (Fri) 12:00 PM #5 Stream Production and Copyright: FANY Studio, Yoshimoto Kogyo Official Website: https://osaka-channel.hikaritv.net/ YouTube: youtube.com/@fany8113?sub_confirmation=1 X: https://x.com/FANYosaka_ch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fanych.official/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fanych.official FANY Channel is a video streaming service offering over 10,000 pieces of content, primarily focusing on entertainment programs from across Japan and archives of Yoshimoto theater performances, available for unlimited viewing. Guaranteed laughter! The exciting lineup of projects for the second season! The second season features new projects that are "too old man-like," in addition to those that received a great response last time. In a uniquely relaxed and loosely compliant space, the 8 old men will play to their hearts' content without overexertion or injury! ©FANY Studio/Yoshimoto Kogyo [New Project] Shinkansen King Decisive Battle A sacred project unique to them, who travel all over Japan for theater performances: "Shinkansen King" will be held! "The best seat," "the ultimate snack," "unique routines"... Who can ride the Shinkansen with the most style and comfort? [New Project] Creative Doubles Ghost Story Championship "Ghost stories" are experiencing unprecedented excitement. The old men will bring a new approach to this trend! With only 30 minutes for creation, veterans who have made a living with their storytelling skills will form impromptu duos to create unprecedentedly "terrifying stories." The chilling stage, where professional composition and acting skills shine, is a must-see! [Popular Revival] Grand Sports Day for Old Men Just a step before breaking limits! A grand sports day for old men, with an average age of 45, in a team competition. That excitement is back, with even more aging! This time, Gakutensoku's Okuda also participates, and a "team competition" betting on pride and health begins. Behind the scenes, they complete serious warm-ups with sports trainers. The old men, fearing injury and meticulously cared for, finally unleash their "serious effort without overdoing it"! [Popular Revival] Ojisans Brain Weakest King 2026 "Brain Weakest King" directly challenges the old men's natural enemy: "aging." The questions are common knowledge at an elementary school level and current affairs that would be embarrassing not to know. Despite aiming for serious answers without gags, the studio somehow erupts in laughter. Will a new old man emerge to break the stronghold of the previous champion, Machineguns' Nishibori, as the "absolute king"? In addition, there are many other projects where old men play around, such as the popular "Smoking Project" and "Ojisans Who Can't Hold a Conversation Decisive Battle" from last time. Comments from Performers ▼Hakata Hanamaru Q. How did you feel about participating as the "9th Oji-san"? A. There were 2 or 3 old men older than me. Q. Please tell us your favorite scene (highlight) in the program. A. Please watch while paying attention to who is the oldest old man. ▼Gakutensoku Q. What was your favorite project? Okuda: The previous "Business Hotel King" series was excellent, and