Kikuō Hayashiya facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kikuō Hayashiya
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| 林家 木久扇 | |
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Hiroshi Toyota
19 October 1937 Nihonbashi, Japan
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| Nationality | Japanese |
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| Years active | 2019 - |
| Genre | Vlog |
| Subscribers | 48.8 thousand |
| Total views | 2.52 million |
| Subscriber and view counts updated as of 4 September 2024. | |
Kikuō Hayashiya, born Hiroshi Toyota on October 19, 1937, is a famous Japanese performer. He is best known as a rakugoka, which means he is a traditional Japanese storyteller and comedian. He is also a popular member of the long-running TV comedy show Shōten.
Kikuō Hayashiya was the first person to use the stage name Kikuzō Hayashiya. Later, his son, Kikuo Hayashiya, took over that name. On the show Shōten, Kikuō Hayashiya always wears a bright yellow kimono. He is famous for telling simple jokes and often acts silly to make people laugh.
Kikuō's Noodle Shops
Kikuō Hayashiya owns a chain of noodle shops. These shops are called "Kikuzō Ramen," named after his former stage name. Ramen is a popular Japanese noodle soup dish.
Jokes About Ramen
On the TV show Shōten, Kikuō often talks about his Kikuzō Ramen shops. However, the other comedians on the show like to joke about his ramen. They often tease him, saying that his ramen is not very tasty or that it lacks flavor. This is all part of the comedy on the show.
Where to Find Kikuō Online
Besides his TV appearances, Kikuō Hayashiya also has an online presence. He has a website where fans can learn more about him and his work.
- Kikuō's Official Website: http://www.toyota-art.jp/
