Monday Late Show

Locals share news in a fishing town, a shockingly lenient Turkish exam allows tardiness and snacking, and Matsuko dives into an eyebrow-raising topic.

The crew surveys passersby about their jobs and uncovers suspiciously similar city emblems. Also, Matsuko weighs in on the viral bath-skipping trend.

The show marks Tanabata with street interviews, visits an unusually lively day care center, and hears Chris out for his annual grievance segment.

The show marks Father's Day with street interviews. Also, the crew finds a hypnotist taxi driver and a circus school struggling to attract students.

A street survey on investment poverty, trouble at the Tottori Sand Dunes, and bizarre news from regular contributors keep Murakami and Matsuko busy.

Murakami and Matsuko hear about people's biggest spending habits, tackle local issues from around Japan, and resolve some unfinished business.

Surprise Phone Patrol Spring 2026 runs into Yomenii in Kawasaki. Matsuko finally gets a smartphone. Learn about a temple where no one eats eel.

Murakami and Matsuko mark Mother's Day with street interviews, meet a man who wrote theme songs for the show, and look at Saga's quirky local cuisine.

Shingo Murakami dives into what makes elderly people laugh, whether acupuncturists needle themselves, and a local license plate controversy.