At the Drifters exhibition, Kato Cha's opening remark at the ceremony had the audience roaring with laughter! Shimura Ken's portrayal of the "Baka-tono" (Foolish Lord) was incredibly realistic! Merchandise was also introduced.

The Drifters Exhibition: Kato Cha's Ceremony Remark Causes Bursts of Laughter!

The "The Drifters Exhibition ~Unearthing! The Laughter and Hidden Treasures of the Five~" held at Hanshin Department Store
Kato Cha appeared at the opening event
His ribbon-cutting also brought the venue to roars of laughter.
■Highlights
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I was given a preview of the exhibition
I also enjoyed the nostalgic comedy videos
【Highlights of The Drifters Exhibition】
1. Opening Area
A digest of The Drifters' history of activities, including their comedy skits, is presented
The videos include:
・Drifters' Big Laugh "Thunder God"
・8 O'Clock! Everyone Gather! "Beard Dance"
・Drifters' Big Laugh "Opening"
・Drifters' Big Laugh "Falling in the Tub"
・Drifters' Big Laugh Comedy Skit "The Energetic Bathhouse"
・8 O'Clock! Everyone Gather! "Opening"
・8 O'Clock! All Together: "Just a Little Bit"

2. The Drifters' 60-Year Journey
A Grand Reveal of The Drifters' Great Achievements Over 60 Years!

The history of the five members, from their start as a music band to their rise to the pinnacle of national comedy, is unraveled as "Band Chronicle," "Comedy Chronicle," and "Eternal Chronicle," along with the display of valuable treasure materials unearthed from those involved with The Drifters. Furthermore, carefully selected skits that remain in The Drifters' history will also be revealed. Their insatiable passion for "laughter" as entertainers will be showcased all in one place.

1) Band Period
Trophy from their appearance at the 52nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen
Sung a medley of six songs as "The Drifters' Really Really Hard Work Special" at Kohaku

Ikariya Chosuke's Favorite Bass, Takagi Boo's "Legendary Opening Guitar"

This is the guitar that Takagi Boo played when The Drifters opened for The Beatles at their Budokan concert.

2) Comedy Period
* 8 O'Clock! Everyone Gather! Broadcast began October 4, 1969. Broadcast until September 28, 1985.
* Kato-chan Ken-chan Gokigen TV Broadcast began January 11, 1986. Broadcast until March 28, 1992.
* Drifters' Big Laugh Broadcast began February 8, 1977. Broadcast until April 16, 1988.

* 8 O'Clock! The group's happi coats and the "Just a Little Bit" pink gown are on display.

The Raiden-sama wig is also exhibited.

3) The Eternal Period

A nearly life-size statue of the Foolish Lord that appeared at the "Ken Shimura's Great Laughter Exhibition," and Ken Shimura's beloved shamisen are also on display.

4) Unearthing Hidden Treasures

- Kato Cha's bald wig, Kato-chan doll

- "Fly! Son Goku" puppet doll, horse costume

- Raiden-sama doll

- Drifters movie posters

- TV commercial introductions

- Takagi Boo art collection

The legendary first prototype of Kato Cha's "bald wig," which was said to be "definitely sleeping somewhere," has finally been unearthed!

Furthermore, valuable materials related to the band, such as movie posters and records, will also be on display.

5) The "Pe" Statue of God, Not Just the Hand of God
~The Legendary Two Fingers That Caused Laughter in Living Rooms~
We are proud to unveil the restored statue of Kato Cha's "Pe" gag, directly molded from him!
This is your chance to imprint its unique form in your memory. The classic gag is revived.

"Kato-chan Pe" began when Ikariya Chosuke saw Kato-chan holding his fake mustache with his fingers to prevent it from falling off, which angered Ikariya Chosuke. However, he found the "Pe," "Pe" motion hilarious, and that's how it became a gag.

This "Pe Statue"
The material was placed in a mold-making box, and Kato-chan held the "Pe" pose for five minutes.
After removing the hand from the box, plaster was poured in and left for two days.
Finally, it was painted gold to complete the statue.

6) Legendary Famous Scene Photo Spot
A special photo spot where you can take pictures with the five people who were loved by so many!

Furthermore, you can participate in the legendary comedy sketch "Raijin-sama" (Thunder God) by Chosuke Ikariya, Koji Nakamoto, and Boo Takagi.
By scanning the QR code installed at the venue and taking a photo, you will appear in the Raijin-sama sketch! You can obtain a one-of-a-kind treasure shot.

7) Mosaic Art Experience
A photo spot will be available where you can take a photo of a mosaic art piece made from many nostalgic photos of The Drifters! You can enjoy creating your own original art.

[The Drifters Member Introduction]
- Chosuke Ikariya: Bass
- Cha Kato: Drums, Vocals
- Boo Takagi: Lead Guitar, Keyboard
- Koji Nakamoto: Guitar, Vocals
- Ken Shimura: Guitar
- Chu Arai: Piano, Keyboard

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60th Anniversary of Formation: "The Drifters Exhibition ~Excavation! "Five People's Laughter and Hidden Treasures"
October 30th (Wed) - November 11th (Mon)
10:00 AM -
8:00 PM (Closes at
5:00 PM on the last day) *Last entry 30 minutes before closing

Organizer: Hanshin Umeda Main Store
Planning & Production: Fuji Television / Izawa Office
Production Cooperation: Fuji Creative Corporation
Operational Cooperation: Yoshida Planning

Admission Fee: Same-day tickets: General/University Students 1,200 yen, Junior/Senior High School Students 800 yen

Advance tickets: General/University Students 1,000 yen, Junior/Senior High School Students 600 yen

*Free admission for the following customers:

*Free admission eligibility

① Free admission for the cardholder upon presentation of a Hankyu Hanshin Preferred Customer Card or Persona Card.

② Free admission for up to two people with an H2O Retailing shareholder discount coupon.

③ Free admission for those presenting an original disability certificate (physical disability certificate, mental disability health and welfare certificate, intellectual disability certificate, radiation exposure health certificate) and/or a certificate for medical treatment of a specific disease, and one accompanying person for assistance.
④ Children under elementary school age. (Children must be accompanied by a guardian (18 years or older) upon entry.)
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