It's Funny in Japanese

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Shawn De Haven

All in Controversy

Muramoto Makes His Last Stand Before Leaving for the U.S.

Mar 9

Mar 9 Muramoto Makes His Last Stand Before Leaving for the U.S.

Controversy, Parody and Satire, Political Comedy, Solo Comedians

No More Laughing at Pain? Broadcast Authority Considers Banning Programs That Use Pain for Laughs

Aug 27

Aug 27 No More Laughing at Pain? Broadcast Authority Considers Banning Programs That Use Pain for Laughs

Comedy news, Japanese TV, Controversy

Zainichi Comedic Duo Tries to Navigate the Minefield of Japan-Korean Relations

Aug 23

Aug 23 Zainichi Comedic Duo Tries to Navigate the Minefield of Japan-Korean Relations

Controversy, Minorities in Comedy, Political Comedy

NHK Offends With Stereotype-filled Animation of Black Unrest in the US

Jun 10

Jun 10 NHK Offends With Stereotype-filled Animation of Black Unrest in the US

Japanese TV, Controversy