I Survived A Japanese Game Show

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  • 2008
  • 2 Seasons
  • 6.4  (584)

I Survived a Japanese Game Show was a reality game show that aired on ABC from 2008 to 2009. Shot in Japan, the show featured a group of American contestants who were taken to Japan to participate in some of the most outrageous and bizarre Japanese game shows. The show was hosted by Tony Sano and Rome Kanda, who served as guides and interpreters for the contestants.

The show was made up of various challenges that were designed to test the participants' physical and mental abilities. The contestants were divided into two teams, the Red Team and the Yellow Team. The teams would compete against each other in different games, with the losing team facing elimination. The ultimate goal was to win the grand prize of $250,000.

The challenges included wacky game shows that the Japanese culture is known for, such as the Human Bowling, where contestants would dress up in giant costumes and roll down a giant bowling alley to knock down giant pins. Another challenge was the Mo-Chi Madness, where contestants had to climb a slippery slope and then jump into a pit of rice cakes to find a specific colored rice cake.

The contestants were put through rigorous physical and mental challenges that required them to think on their feet, work together as a team, and push themselves to their limits. The games were often chaotic, with lots of shouting, cheering, and surprises that kept the contestants on their toes.

The participants came from all walks of life, including a model, a grad student, and a lawyer. But regardless of their background, they all shared a sense of adventure and a willingness to take risks. Some contestants thrived in the competition, while others struggled to keep up with the demands of the game.

Throughout the show, Tony Sano and Rome Kanda acted as coaches and mentors to the contestants, giving them advice and helping to keep their spirits up. They also provided some cultural context and gave the contestants a taste of Japanese culture, including food and language lessons.

The show was popular with viewers, who enjoyed watching the contestants compete in the wacky Japanese game shows. However, it was not without its controversies. Some critics accused the show of perpetuating stereotypes about Japanese culture and of being exploitative of its contestants.

Despite the criticism, I Survived a Japanese Game Show was a hit with viewers and ran for two seasons before it was canceled in 2009. The show remains a cult classic, with fans reminiscing about the crazy challenges and unforgettable moments that made it so entertaining.

In summary, I Survived A Japanese Game Show was a reality game show that aired on ABC from 2008-2009. Shot in Japan, the show featured a group of American contestants who were taken to Japan to participate in some of the most outrageous and bizarre Japanese game shows. The contestants were put through rigorous physical and mental challenges in order to win the grand prize of $250,000. The show was hosted by Tony Sano and Rome Kanda, who served as guides and interpreters for the contestants. Despite the controversy surrounding the show, it remains a much-loved cult classic.

I Survived A Japanese Game Show is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (15 episodes). The series first aired on June 24, 2008.

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Seasons
Season Finale
8. Season Finale
August 5, 2009
One of the final five will win the $250,000 on the Season Finale.
Episode 207
7. Episode 207
July 29, 2009
Jamie Lewis has been eliminated. This episode's games will be: Sour Milk For Kitty, Big Foot Bang Bang and You Look Funny Stuck On A Wall.
Episode 206
6. Episode 206
July 22, 2009
This episode's games will be: Soccer Time with Brain Freeze Fish Breath, Baby Go Boom Boom and Dragon Up Your Nose.
Episode 205
5. Episode 205
July 15, 2009
This week includes Soccer Time with Grandpa and Stretchy Squid Face.
Episode 204
4. Episode 204
July 8, 2009
This week's games are, Paint Splash Madness and Alien took my Teddy Bear.
Episode 203
3. Episode 203
July 1, 2009
12 Americans compete in the ultimate Japanese game show.
Episode 202
2. Episode 202
June 24, 2009
The 11 remaining contestants face the following challenges, catching tennis balls fired at them inside the large pants they wear; and finding clothing hid in a pile of flour and then dressing a mannequin which they are told is Judge Bob. Also, they will go through an obstacle course while covered in lotion.
Episode 201
1. Episode 201
June 17, 2009
The contestants don Velcro rabbit suits for one game, which involves boxes, a narrow beam and being shot at with a cannon using Velcro balls as ammunition. Then they change into spider suits for the second game where they carry bug parts to the top of the playing field and must make a match in patterns before being yanked away. Also, in Human Torpedo, the players take turns being launched from a spinning platform and try to knock as many metal cans as possible off the playing field while sliding through slippery lotion.
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I Survived A Japanese Game Show is available for streaming on the ABC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch I Survived A Japanese Game Show on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    June 24, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (584)
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